Youth Awarded 4-H Scholarships from Iowa 4-H Foundation
Ames, Iowa – Iowa 4-H'ers and 4-H alums were awarded 4-H Scholarships through the Iowa 4-H Foundation at the recognition ceremony on Sunday, April 26 in Ames.
One hundred and twenty-seven Iowa 4-H scholarships valued at over $155,000 were awarded as a part of the Foundation’s scholarship recognition ceremony. Over 450 applications were submitted, and scholarships have been awarded to recipients from 60 counties across the state of Iowa.
“Iowa 4-H Foundation scholarships acknowledge the hard work and dedication of young people. Their time in 4-H has helped them to become beyond ready for whatever is next for them,” said Emily Saveraid, Executive Director of the Iowa 4-H Foundation. “These scholarships are a result of the generosity of donors from across the country who believe in the future of Iowa 4-H’ers.”
Designed to encourage Iowa 4-H members to continue their education beyond high school, the Iowa 4-H scholarship program offers more than 120 scholarships totaling over $155,000 in financial aid for Iowa youth. Scholarships range in value from $500 to $5,000. Scholarships are available for high school seniors, current college students and students in the College of Veterinary Medicine. Scholarships are given and designed by donors to the Iowa 4-H Foundation.
A full list of all scholarship recipients can be found here. Photos of the scholarship reception and the award winners are available here.
The Iowa 4-H Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides the private financial resources to develop and deliver quality 4-H youth programs throughout the state of Iowa. These opportunities help young people enhance their ability to use critical thinking, leadership, communication, and social skills – tools that will give them a competitive edge in their future endeavors. More information at www.iowa4hfoundation.org
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For More Information:
Mary Clancy
Iowa 4-H Foundation Scholarship Coordinator
515-432-3882
clancy@iastate.edu
Emily Saveraid
Iowa 4-H Foundation Executive Director
515-294-1537
esaver@iastate.edu
