4H Foundation Awards More Than $60,000 in Scholarships

May 18, 2021 | Regional News

Torrington, Wyo. (RELEASE from UW Ext.) May 18, 2021 — Over $60,000 in scholarships was awarded by the 4-H Foundation/State 4-H Office scholarship committee to 4-H youths attending the University of Wyoming or a Wyoming community college this coming school year.

Approximately $37,500 was awarded to first-time winners this year, said Steve Mack, Wyoming State 4-H Foundation director.

Past Ella Schloredt scholarship recipients, with a grade point average of at least 3.0 and meeting academic progress, are eligible to continue receiving the scholarship for up to four years. He said 14 continuing scholarships were awarded ranging from $1,800 to $2,400 for the fall 2021 academic year.

Local Recipients include:

Ella E. Schloredt continuing awards:
Goshen – Kaci Schmick
Ella E. Schloredt first year awards, $1,700:
Niobrara – Bryn Bruch
Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply, $1,250:
Goshen – Carly Keller