Routt County 4-H Scholarship Foundation

The Routt County 4-H Scholarship Foundation is a locally funded and operated non-profit organization that began in 1994 with a $500 donation. The foundation provides scholarships for high school and continuing education students pursuing college or vocational school who have been active in 4-H. Since its inception, the foundation has awarded over 461 scholarships, totaling more than $1,196,450 (as of 2025). Thanks to the generosity of our community, we have now surpassed our $1 million endowment goal, ensuring ongoing support for future generations of 4-H youth. We continue to raise funds to expand our impact and provide even more opportunities for students.

2026 High School Scholarships

• Click HERE to access the High School Google Forms application. 
• Scholarship applications are due by 5pm on April 1.
• All accompanying documents (two current letters of recommendation, high school transcript and the 4-H Involvement Excel Form) need to be uploaded with the application.  No documents will be accepted at the Extension Office.  You can request the 4-H Involvement Form (in Excel format) to be emailed to you by contacting Tami Eggers (RC4H@co.routt.co.us)
• High school scholarship applications will be judged 70% on the application and 30% on the interview.
• High School Senior interviews will take place April 29 from 3:00-6:00pm at the Alpine Bank Conference Room.  After submitting your application, please email Tami Eggers (RC4H@co.routt.co.us) to schedule an interview time.
• Scholarships will be paid directly to the recipient’s continuing education program in January of the following year with:
  • Proof of enrollment in your continuing education program during the time the scholarship is to be paid.
  • Proof of eligibility – full time student with a 2.0 cumulative GPA with your current continuing educational program and proof you are enrolled as a full time student for the next semester. (Trade school/other – please contact RC4H@co.routt.co.us for transcript requirements).
  • The completion of a volunteer scholarship shift at Exhibit Day, Routt County Fair or Jr. Livestock Sale.
• Scholarship money must be used for tuition, student fees, recipient room & board and/or books.
• Scholarship foundation reserves the right to review eligibility status and refuse or award monies at their discretion
• Eligibility:
  • Complete three or more years as a member of Routt County 4-H in good standing.
  • Member is currently enrolled in the Routt County 4-H program during their senior year and will complete all 4-H and project requirements for their senior year.

2026 Continuing Education Scholarship

• Click HERE to access the Continuing Education Google Forms application.
• Scholarship applications are due by 5pm on April 1.
• Applicants are encouraged to use all resources to complete their cover letter and resume. These documents should be high quality and professional. All accompanying documents (cover letter, resume) need to be uploaded with the application. No documents will be accepted at the Extension Office.
• Cover letter: Cover letter to include career goals and essay question: What inspired you to choose your current educational or training path? How did your experiences in 4-H influence this decision?  Use a cover letter format and limit the letter to one page in length.
• Professional resume: In your resume, include the following information (since high school graduation): field of study, school, activities, work experience, volunteer experience, other certifications you have earned. (limited to two pages in length)
• Scholarship money must be used for tuition, student fees, recipient room & board and/or books.
• Scholarship foundation reserves the right to review eligibility status and refuse or award monies at their discretion.
• Recipients can receive Routt County 4-H Scholarship money 6 times (New this year, alumni can receive scholarship money 6 times, up from 4 times).
• Scholarships will be paid directly to the recipient’s continuing education program in January of the following year with:
  • Proof of enrollment in your continuing education program during the time the scholarship is to be paid.
  • Proof of eligibility – full time student with a 2.0 cumulative GPA with your current continuing educational program and proof you are enrolled as a full time student for the next semester. (Trade school/other – please contact RC4H@co.routt.co.us for transcript requirements).
  • The completion of a volunteer scholarship shift at Exhibit Day, Routt County Fair or Jr. Livestock Sale.
• Eligibility:
  • Applicant has completed three or more years as a member of Routt County 4-H in good standing, including their senior year.
  • If applicant has previously received a Routt County 4-H scholarship, did they participate in and fulfill their obligations to volunteer at Exhibit Day, Routt County Fair, Jr Livestock Sale or other assigned task.