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Gene Doris Humphrey Scholarship

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$2,500

Due: March 2, 2026

No min. GPA required

Eligibility

Gene Doris Humphrey Scholarship, with an application deadline in March, offers numerous awards of $2500 each. Location restrictions exist.

Description

The Gene Doris Humphrey Scholarship may be awarded to a graduating senior or an individual who has graduated from high school but has delayed going to college for no more than one year. Applicants must be currently active in 4-H activities and participate in 4-H in at least one of the following ways: Have involvement in many 4-H programs/activities over their primary and/or secondary educational years; and/or a current member of a 4-H club, enrolled by December 31, who is currently active in 4-H activities. Scholarships are awarded based on 4-H excellence and demonstrated academic performance. Emphasis is placed on the applicant's 4-H experiences, leadership, and/or service. A limited number of scholarships in partnership with the University of Maine Foundation are available for all four years in college or higher education as long as the student is in good standing academically and attending the University of Maine. Applicants must submit a 4-H resume. A recommendation form or letter from a 4-H staff member or educator is also required. The application must be reviewed and signed by a 4-H staff member. Applications must be received in the applicant's county 4-H office or Camp and Learning Center by Monday March 2, 2026. Then, a 4-H Staff must send approved applications to the Foundation by March 9, 2025. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Maine 4-H Foundation for more information.

Gene Doris Humphrey Scholarship

$2,500

Eligibility

Description

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