The career achievements of Illinois 4-H members are being celebrated with $67,500 in scholarships awarded by the Illinois 4-H Foundation.
The scholarships are awarded to five Illinois 4-H members in nine focus categories and are based on merit and a demonstrated standard of 4-H excellence.
A celebration and ceremony was held on Friday, April 3, in Champaign in conjunction with a Signing Day Event celebrating 4-H seniors.
45 young adults were chosen as scholarship winners in one of nine divisions of the state 4-H award. Each winner receives a $1,250 scholarship.
Annsley Healy received an Animal Science scholarship. The Animal Sciences award recognizes youth who have demonstrated and maintained a high standard of 4-H excellence and mastery in their animal science projects. This award was sponsored by Dave and Lisa McMurtry, Karen Moore, in memory of her husband Jimmy Moore, Keith and Lissa Parr, the estate of Linda Hiltabrand, and George Obernagel.
Caroline Simmons received a Personal Growth scholarship. The Personal Growth award recognizes youth who have focused on personal growth through their participation in the 4-H program. This award is sponsored by George and Barbara Clark, Dr. Janice Seitz, Jim and Cheryl Wormley, and Don and Karen Wettstein.