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Missouri 4-H Foundation awards 95 scholarships totaling $127,000

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  • Missouri 4-H Foundation

COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri 4-H Foundation will award 95 scholarships totaling $127,000 to Missouri 4-H members to help further their education and prepare them for the future.

The 2026 scholarship recipients have demonstrated exceptional leadership, community service, and academic achievement, said Rachel Augustine, senior director of advancement for University of Missouri Extension and the Missouri 4-H Foundation.

The scholarships will support students as they pursue degrees in agriculture, science, technology, engineering, mathematics, education, health sciences and many other fields, Augustine said.

“Investing in young people is one of the most meaningful ways we can strengthen the future of our communities and our state,” she said. “Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, these scholarships help remove barriers to higher education and empower Missouri 4-H members to continue developing the skills, confidence, and leadership that make them ‘Beyond Ready’ for whatever comes next.”

Tim Tanner, senior program director for MU Extension’s 4-H Center for Youth Development, emphasized the lasting impact of scholarship support on young people and their futures.

“These scholarships represent far more than financial assistance,” said Tanner. “They are an investment in young leaders who have dedicated themselves to service, learning and making a difference in their communities. We are grateful to the Missouri 4-H Foundation and its donors for helping ensure these outstanding 4-H members have the opportunity to pursue their dreams and continue creating positive change throughout Missouri and beyond.”

A gift to the Missouri 4-H Foundation Scholarship Fund helps ensure more young people have the opportunity to attend college and reach their full potential. Contributions provide critical support to Missouri 4-H members as they prepare to become leaders, innovators, and engaged citizens.

E. C. Adams Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Noah Ford

Aeschbacher Farms Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Gracen Colvin
  • Kynzie Yeager

Jason Barnes Memorial 4-H Equine Scholarship

  • Ava Ancell
  • Clara Harden

Keith Boyer Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Austin Ambrose

Dana Brown Haynes Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Allison Jenkins

Burch 4-H Scholarship

  • Seth Engeman
  • Kendrick Hulett
  • Haley Imhoff
  • Madison Moots
  • Ellie Samek

Camp Ca-Pow First Generation Scholarship

  • Shae Stille

4-H Day with the St. Louis Cardinals Scholarship

  • Owen Isdell
  • Alyssa Overman
  • Catherine Reuter
  • Amelia Rohrbach
  • Sydney White

Beverly Coberly 4-H Youth Futures Scholarship

  • Kiki Sanders-Fritz

Terry Cole Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Heston Gatlin

Crawford 4-H Scholarship

  • Piper Lincoln

Crowley Family 4-H Sheep Scholarship

  • Maddy McDowell

Cecil and Bina Davis 4-H Scholarship

  • Kelsey Carter

Janelle Downing Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Jackson Schuber

Alfonso and Maria Fabregas Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Jozee Garcia

FCS Financial 4-H Youth Futures Scholarship

  • Kevin Diao
  • Josh Grove

Dennis E. Gallup Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Sophia Anderson
  • Emma Baepler
  • Marie Baepler
  • Tyler Baer
  • Kileigh Ball
  • Tess Bauer
  • Avery Campbell
  • Sophia Hartwig
  • Sadie Jackson
  • Zada Ketchum
  • Alexis Neeley
  • Morgan Nelson
  • Sophia Sandbothe
  • Morgen Schmidt
  • Alyssa Thornhill

Goppert Foundation 4-H Scholarship

  • Chloe Anderson
  • Colin Beck
  • Delaney Duncan
  • Zoe Engelbrecht
  • William Hickman
  • Taya Lenz
  • Brock Pitt
  • Bailee Vogel

Harrington Family 4-H Youth Futures Scholarship

  • Aaliyah Higgs

Robert and Berneice Hartley and Family 4-H Scholarship

  • Malia Fairchild

Don and Melva Henderson 4-H Scholarship

  • Elizabeth Day

Jack R. Horton, DVM Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Malorie Hance

Jackson County 4-H Foundation Scholarship

  • Alexander Grider
  • Kelsa Kirk
  • Jaelyn McDonald
  • Abigail McNiel
  • Andrew McNiff
  • Evan Miller
  • Liz Noel
  • Elizabeth Ravasini
  • Bella West

Jasper County 4-H Scholarship

  • Emma Parrigon

Virgil and Mae Leimkuehler Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Brayden Hallford

Ruth and Jim Mellor 4-H Scholarship

  • Morgan Kisker

Miller Thorne Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • AnnaBelle Perkins

Miserez Carter 4-H Scholarship

  • Julianna Gardner
  • Saige Garner

Missouri 4-H Foundation 4-H Scholarship

  • Melanie Jacquin

K. P. and Frances Morris Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Selby Hulse

Earl and Shari Beth Niemeyer Pike County 4-H Scholarship

  • Rita Deters

Robert and Anna Noland Family 4-H Scholarship

  • Christina Zimmer

Lonnie Norcross Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Lauren Kernohan

Oehring 4-H Scholarship

  • Austin Doerhoff

Oertle Family Foundation 4-H Scholarship

  • Sophie Geppert
  • Avery Ridgley

Zachary Parsons Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Natalie Neil

Charles and Marilyn Rosenkrans 4-H Scholarship

  • Ross Ehrich
  • Jake Piper

Virgil and Hazel Sapp Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Anna Goedeke

Dale and Peggy Schwader 4-H Scholarship

  • Mackenzie Schmutzler
  • Gracie Sherer

Fowler and Viola Smith Young Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Raylyn Wilfong

Joyce and Dick Taylor 4-H Scholarship

  • Alexandra Lucas

Mary Evelyn Thurman Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Emma Heimer

Cordell W. Tindall 4-H Scholarship

  • Daisie Huth

Dr. Marla Tobin 4-H Scholarship

  • Rocco Brocato
  • Lynn Dyer

Tofle-Brent-Stumpe Family 4-H Scholarship

  • Alexa Piontek

Nelson Trickey 4-H Bridge Builder Scholarship

  • Aubrey Suter

Waldo and Mary Belle Turner 4-H Scholarship

  • Rhett Fisher
  • Jessi Hilton

Billy Joe West Memorial 4-H Scholarship

  • Blair Bergsieker

Williamson 4-H Scholarship

  • Kaycie Hollrah

About Missouri 4-H

Missouri 4-H grows today’s youth and prepares tomorrow’s leaders. With a blend of time-tested traditions and innovative hands-on learning, Missouri youth explore and find their spark in programs ranging from agriculture and conservation to aerospace and career development. Through clubs, programs, camps, in-school and after-school experiences, University of Missouri Extension faculty, staff and thousands of volunteers guide youth in developing essential skills, building confidence and fostering connections. Together, they inspire young people to make a real difference in their communities, their country and the world.

About the Missouri 4-H Foundation

The Missouri 4-H Foundation is the independent philanthropic partner of the University of Missouri Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development. For 75 years, the foundation has secured and managed funds for Missouri 4-H, providing higher education scholarships, recognizing 4-H volunteers and supporting the work of MU Extension 4-H.

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