Kindness is defined as the quality of being generous, friendly and considerate. Did you do something amazing this year that showed actions meant to benefit others without expecting anything in return? Maybe you organized a senior night, started a service project that met a need in your community, or were really there for a person when they needed you. Awardee will receive a full scholarship to attend NH 4-H Teen Conference ($375).
Open to all enrolled New Hampshire 4-H teen that has graduated 8th grade and age 14 to graduated 12th grade.
For questions about this scholarship contact Kristen.Lyons@unh.edu .
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Information You Need to Know
- Has graduated 8th grade and age 14 to graduated 12th grade.
- Enrolled 4-H participant for a year or longer.
- Ability to have demonstrated authentic, consistent and far-reaching acts of kindness in the past year.
- Is planning to attend NH 4-H 2025 Teen Conference.
Please write an essay sharing the following:
1. Describe an experience where you demonstrated a far-reaching act of kindness.
- What was the issue or need that you were meeting? What action did you take to make the situation better?
- How did it help you or your community to become better? What did you learn?
2. How will attending Teen Conference 2025 assist you in continuing what you have learned this year?
3. Describe in at least 3-4 sentences what you see as “what is next” for you in your personal or academic development?
Recipients will be selected on the county level based on their their leadership essay, community involvement and financial need. Scholarships will be announced in early April.
We equip youth with skills for the future while meeting them where they are today. Through 4-H, we offer opportunities and experiences that shape youth into their full, authentic selves, enabling them to shine both now and in the future.
