Beyond Ready
This 4-H pathway promotes workforce readiness by engaging youth in hands-on learning experiences that develop critical life skills and career competencies. Through various projects and activities, youth gain practical knowledge in areas such as STEM, agriculture, and leadership. Additionally, 4-H provides mentorship and opportunities for youth to connect with industry professionals, preparing them for future careers.
Grit to Grow Collaborative
This is a community of practice that engages leaders of industry, civics, and education dedicated to improving resources and access for young people to prepare for what's next.
Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) @ Ignite by 4-H | Washington DC | March 2027
Ignite by 4-H event combines our Agri-Science, STEM, Healthy Living and Community Engagement. Dynamic speakers, industry experts, and hands-on experiences in career development and community change will empower teens to spark their passion, explore the issues they care about. National 4-H Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF) @ Ignite is the cornerstone leadership experience for teens passionate about civic engagement, public policy and advocacy as pathways to community change. To learn more about the summit visit CWF@Ignite!
Open to all enrolled New Hampshire 4-H members ages 14-18 years old.
Applications due December 15, 2026.
Learn how to apply for Citizenship Washington Focus @ Ignite
National 4-H Conference | Arlington, Virginia | April 2027
This conference annually brings 4-H youth and adults from around the nation to work towards strengthening and expanding the 4-H Youth Development program at the local, state, and national levels. National 4-H Conference is the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture’s premier youth development opportunity to engage youth in developing recommendations for the 4-H Youth Development Program. Visit National 4-H Conference at their website!
Open to all enrolled New Hampshire 4-H members ages 15-18 years old.
Applications due December 15, 2026.
Scholarship Opportunities
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UNH offers a $500 scholarship for each year of active New Hampshire 4-H participation, up to a maximum of $5,000 per year of UNH enrollment ($20,000 total).
4-H to UNH Scholarship
Being a 4-H member earns you up to a $20,000 scholarship at UNH!
Scholarship Resources
Funding opportunities for 2 and 4 year degrees, certificate programs, and training in the trades
4-H Kindness Matters Scholarship
Awarded to a Junior or Senior who embodies the mission of 4-H to “make the best better” and reflect the true meaning of kindness and empathy towards others.
4-H Kindness Matters Scholarship
Contact
Kate Korbas
kate.korbas@unh.edu
Kendra Lewis
kendra.lewis@unh.edu
Jillian Ketchen
Jillian.Ketchen@unh.edu
