Legacy of Leadership Scholarship

Legacy of Leadership Scholars are either seniors in high school or in an approved post-high school program (junior college, 4-year university, trade school, etc.) and a current 4-H member. A minimum of 5 years of 4-H participation is required. Winners are chosen by the State 4-H Office and a selection committee.

Applications must be complete and include the following:

A) Completed front page of personal information

B) Maximum of FOUR (4) typed pages, single-sided, that provide answers to questions included in the application

C) TWO written recommendation letters, enclosed in sealed envelopes with the applicant's name on the front of the envelope and signature of the persons providing the recommendations across the seal on the back of the envelope. One recommendation must be from a 4-H volunteer OR a University of Illinois Extension staff member; the second recommendation must be from a high school or college staff member OR an individual from your community. Recommendation letters should NOT be from individuals related to the applicant. Recommendation letters should focus on leadership demonstrated and community involvement of the applicant.

D) Complete contact information on individuals who wrote recommendation letters, including verification of 4-H enrollment

E) An official transcript from your high school and your post-high school educational program, if currently enrolled in such a program