The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation awarded Stephanie Farrey of Whitewater, Wis. a $1,000 Culver’s 4-H Scholarship.
Stephanie was active in Rock County 4-H, serving as President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer and Historian for her club. She was a Rock County Junior Council officer as well. She is a coordinator for her school’s 4-H after school program. She was a delegate to National 4-H experiences and was on the State Communications team.
Stephanie is pursuing a degree in Environmental Policy and Planning at UW-Green Bay, where she serves as a peer mentor at the UW-Green Bay Learning Center. She’s active in the UW-GB Catholic Women’s group and the Round River Alliance. She’s passionate about clothing and fashion and communication arts.
“Our 4-H youth exemplify true leaders,” says Brenda Scheider, Director of Development for the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation. “Stephanie is a great example of a young person who is using the skills learned through 4-H to ‘make the best better’. I know that our future is bright because of our 4-H youth.”
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation awarded more than $21,000 in scholarships to outstanding Wisconsin 4-H students pursuing higher education. Wisconsin 4-H Foundation scholarships are awarded to students based on demonstrated personal growth, development and leadership, academic performance and future educational goals.
Since 1914, Wisconsin 4-H has helped young people develop the skills they need to meet the demands of our complex and ever-changing world. 4-H has grown from a rich history of agricultural clubs that helped the University of Wisconsin-Extension connect families to research-based advancements in farming technology and techniques. Today’s 4-H still boasts strong programs in agriculture and animal science and has grown to include science, leadership, healthy living and communications programming that help Wisconsin youth build a healthier and more prosperous future.
The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation, based in Madison, Wisconsin, provides essential funding for 4-H programs throughout Wisconsin. Nearly 150,000 youth and more than 22,000 volunteers participate in and support Wisconsin 4-H programs. By partnering with individuals, corporations and foundations, the Foundation supports 4-H youth who take part in various 4-H leadership, development, and community-building activities throughout the state. Learn more about the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation by visiting www.Wis4HFoundation.org.
