State Scholarships
Be sure to follow the directions on the link below before completing any of the individual scholarships.
As part of the Office of Engagement & Extension, Colorado 4-H awards scholarships annually to outstanding youth who have actively engaged in Colorado 4-H clubs for at least 3 years. The scholarship process is competitive.
Scholarship recipients will be announced by early May 2025. There are opportunities available for a variety of students, including for those attending CSU or other universities, trade school, junior colleges, transfer students, and continuing students.
To begin the application, click https://co4hfoundation.academicworks.com/ to see the scholarship opportunities available. Once signed in, the first step is to apply using the General Application, where specific questions will be asked to determine which of the scholarships you are eligible for using defined criteria.
County Scholarships
This year we are pleased to announce that we have the Scholarships listed below available to Douglas County 4-H Youth!
- Douglas County 4-H Youth Council Scholarship
- Douglas County 4-H Horse Steering Committee – Horse Stipend
- Douglas County 4-H Foundation Scholarship
- Douglas County Fair Foundation Scholarship
Douglas County Youth Council Scholarship and Horse Stipend – Applications Due May 1st
NOTE– The recommendation form – This form is designed to allow for your reference to fill out ONE reference form which can then be used for MULTIPLE applications. Simply mark the top and make copies for each application! And as always, say THANK YOU to your references 🙂
Applications, transcripts and letters of recommendation can all be dropped off at the Extension office any time before the stated deadline. Please read through the entire application so you do not miss an important component. It is your responsibility to have complete and accurate applications. All parts of the application must be turned in on time, so please pay close attention to deadlines. Keep track of your references and follow up with them to make sure they provide your references on time. If our office is closed, there is a slot in the door that you can put your application materials through. All scholarships are available as fillable PDFs which may be completed online or printed and completed.
Please contact our office if you have any questions at (720) 733-6940.
Douglas County 4-H Foundation Scholarship – Applications Due by April 1st
Scholarships will be available for 2 Year College, 4 Year College or available for Technical Schools.
Click here for more details: Douglas County 4-H Foundation Website
Questions about the scholarship program? Email: dc4hgrants@gmail.com.
Douglas County Fair Foundation Scholarship – Applications Due by March 31st
The Douglas County Fair Foundation is pleased to present 2 scholarships in the amount of $1,500.00 each for the 2025-2026 school year.
Eligibility is for individuals who have demonstrated a strong commitment to the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo in support of the agricultural underpinnings and western heritage of Douglas County through 20 hours of volunteer activities.
Applicants should be currently enrolled in a two or four year academic program or a certification program or a trade school program for 2025. Please see attached application and submit a letter detailing the volunteer activity and how that activity helped gain experiences which have shaped their desire to be involved in the agricultural or western heritage industries.
Project Grants
Douglas County 4-H Foundation Project Grants – Applications Due by April 1st
4-H Project Grant Monetary Awards are available to youth in General and Companion Animal Projects to help support your project this 4-H year!
Click here for more details: Douglas County 4-H Foundation Website
Questions about the project grant program? Email: dc4hgrants@gmail.com.
County Awards
Douglas County 4-H recognizes many members for their sportsmanship, hard work and perseverance through these awards given at our Achievement Night Ceremony in October. Nominate someone to highlight their success or tribulations and triumph. All our amazing youth deserve a round of applause!
