Scholarships
Julie Duchow 4-H Endowment Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored by the Manitowoc County 4-H Leaders Association. Four $1000 Manitowoc County 4-H Silent Auction/Endowment Fund scholarships are available to 4-H members and graduates who have not reached the age of 26 by the application due date. Applicants must have participated in the Manitowoc County 4-H program for a minimum of 6 years, including the junior and senior years of high school. Application due March 2, 2026.
Julie Duchow Scholarship Application – Google Doc
Manitowoc County 4-H Poultry and Rabbit Scholarship
Two $250 Manitowoc County 4-H Poultry and Rabbit Scholarships are available to Poultry and Rabbit Market Animal Exhibitors.
Applicants must have participated in the Manitowoc County Poultry or Rabbit Market Animal Project for at least three years and at least five years in the Poultry or Rabbit Project.
Applications must be postmarked or e-mailed by March 13, 2026. Return your completed application to: Manitowoc County 4-H, Poultry and Rabbit Scholarship, UWGB-Manitowoc Campus, 705 Viebahn St., Manitowoc, WI 54220
John and Isabelle Ames Memorial Scholarship
The John and Isabelle Ames Memorial Scholarship, a $750 award, was established in memory of John and Isabelle Ames of Ames-Way Holsteins in Darien, WI. This scholarship is offered to college sophomores and juniors with current or recent involvement in 4-H, FFA, or the registered Holstein Industry who are enrolled full-time and attending classes in-person while seeking a four-year degree in any field.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be currently or recently involved in 4-H, FFA, and/or the Registered Holstein industry.
- Applicants must be a sophomore or junior at a four-year college pursuing a degree in any field.
- Handwritten applications will not be accepted.
- This scholarship will not be awarded to a previous recipient.
The completed application form must be post marked by March 1 and sent to Janice Berezowitz,
W8401 S & D Townline Rd., Darien, WI 53114 or j_berezowitz@yahoo.com.
Links to Other Scholarships
Wisconsin 4-H Foundation Scholarships – due March 1, 2026
Manitowoc Market Animal Committee Scholarship – due April 1, 2025
Wisconsin Rural Opportunities Foundation, Inc.– due March 6th, 2026
YQCA Scholarships – due February 15, 2026



