Hamilton County 4-H Scholarships
Hamilton County 4-H'ers are eligible for scholarships available at the state and local level. Below is a Scholarship Summary Guide that highlights available scholarships, their amounts, due dates, and requirements.
Click here to view the 2026 4-H Scholarship Summary Guide.
Please join us on Wednesday, December 3 at 5:45 p.m. in the Extension Office Conference Room on the 4-H Fairgrounds for a 4-H Scholarship Workshop. This is your chance to learn how you can apply for the 2026 national 4-H trips and receive 4-H scholarship funds for college. The workshop will be led by 4-H Volunteer Cathi Wahnsiedler.
Helpful hints from a recent scholarship workshop - Click here
Indiana 4-H supports many scholarships and awards including the 4-H Foundation Senior Year Scholarship, Indiana 4-H Accomplishment Scholarship, 4-H Club Scholarship and the 4-H Horticulture Scholarship. Click below for the state scholarship website.
The Francis Beck Memorial Scholarship is co-sponsored by the Francis Beck Memorial Fund and the Hamilton County Beef Cattle Association. It recognizes 4-H'ers with at least five years in the Beef or Beef Barbecue project. Amount and number awarded vary. Application deadline: May 15. Click here for application.
The CIAT&E Association sponsors a scholarship for Hamilton County 4-H’ers interested in pursuing a career in agriculture or an ag-related industry. Applicants must be 4-H'ers in their final year of eligibility. This is a one-time award to help with the expenses involved in post-secondary education or training. Number of awards and amount are variable. Application deadline is May 15. Click here for application.
The Geneva Fisher award highlights a high school senior or college underclassman. One award is given. The amount varies. Application deadline: January 25.
Click here for application.
The Hamilton County 4-H Foundation recognizes outstanding Hamilton County 4-H youth each year. Amount and number awarded vary. Application deadline: January 25. Click here for application.
The Sharon Piper Memorial Scholarship (Silvernotes) is offering a $1,000 scholarship in memory of Sharon Piper to one Hamilton County graduating senior who meets the following requirements: 1) is pursuing further education with either a Major or Minor in music; and 2) has maintained a C grade average or greater—application deadline: March 1. Click here for the application.
The Hamilton County Extension Homemakers recognize four students majoring in health and human sciences, elementary education, or related fields. A variable number of awards are given, with an amount of at least $500 each. Application deadline: April 1. Click here for application.
The Hamilton County Master Gardeners sponsor five $3,000 renewable scholarships for students planning to study horticulture or a related subject such as botany or landscape architecture/design. Application deadline: March 15. Click here for more details and the application.
4-H'ers who are nominated for the Matthew Huff Award exhibit a blue-ribbon in spirit. As you complete your nomination, please keep in mind these qualities which set Matthew apart from many others: Humorousness, generosity of spirit and a willingness to help others. Nominations due June 1. Click here for more information.
Hamilton County Sheep Producers recognize a Hamilton County 4-H'er in their final year of eligibility. The 4-H'er must have participated in the Sheep project a minimum of five years. The award amount is variable. Application deadline is June 15. Please contact 4-H Sheep Superintendent Chad Hartwick if you are interested in applying. 765-623-2722 or chad.hartwick@ebpaving.com.
The Indiana Extension Homemakers support Indiana residents admitted in an accredited college or university or an accredited vocational or technical program. Five $500 awards are given statewide. Application deadline is May 1. Visit the Indiana Extension Homemakers Scholarship page for more information. Application here.
The Kiley Marschand 4-H Scholarship recognizes 4-H'ers in Cass, Fulton, Hamilton, Howard, and Tipton counties. This scholarship is stewarded by the Central Indiana Community Foundation. Click here for more information.
Farm Credit Services sponsors two $75.00 awards. Application deadline: January 25. Click here for more information and application.
The 4-H Achievement Awards are $75.00 awards sponsored each year by the Hamilton County 4-H Council, Hamilton County Farm Bureau, and Hamilton County Extension Homemakers. A maximum of 6 awards will be given. Application deadline: January 25. Click here for more information and application.
Harey Hoppers 4-H Rabbit Club recognize a Hamilton County 4-H’er in their final year of eligibility. The 4-H’er must have participated in the Harey Hoppers 4-H Rabbit club as their primary 4-H Club and have exhibited at least five years in the Rabbit project. The award amount is variable. Application deadline is June 15. Please contact 4-H Volunteer Sabine Whitmer if you are interested in applying at (317) 508-3317 or sabine_whitmer@yahoo.com.