4-H Clubs
4-H Clubs
Through 4-H Clubs youth members build leadership skills, develop life skills, are given opportunities for civic engagement, meet new friends; and most importantly, have fun. Additionally, many 4-H members engage in hands-on learning around project(s) of interest.
Scholarships
Leaders Association Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded to Jefferson County 4-H members pursuing a four-year college, tech-school, or non-four-year degree. Up to a total of $5,000 may be available.
Compeer Financial Scholarship
“[A]wards […] scholarships […] to students based on a combination of academic achievement, agricultural and community youth organization involvement, and essay response. Each scholarship is for $2,000.”
Scott E. Skalitzky Memorial Scholarship
“[E]stablished to deserving graduates to continue their education in […]: Agriculture, Mechanics, Natural Resources, […] Medical.” Awards range from $500 to $1,200.”
Wisconsin 4-H Scholarships
Students pursuing post-secondary education who have been Wisconsin 4-H Members for 3+ years and have a GPA of 2.5+ are eligible to apply for this award.
If you have any questions, please email jerry.wilcenski@wisc.edu!