Enclosed in this packet you will find a variety of information pertaining to
the 4-H County awards program. Please take time to read about each award and its
requirements. For those awards that require someone to be nominated, please
consider nominating someone!
The awards process was modified last year to simplify the application
process. A few changes have been made this year to a couple awards to improve
the application process. Member and Leader can look through the award options to
determine the qualifications and what forms need to be completed. A MEMBER
ONLY HAS TO FILL OUT EACH FORM ONCE EVEN IF USING IT TO APPLY FOR MULTIPLE
AWARDS. PLEASE FILL OUT THE COVER SHEET ONE PER PERSON TO BE STAPLED TO
THE TOP OF YOUR ENTRY.
The 4-H office automatically creates certificates recognizing 4-H Leaders for
their years of service. This award is given to the leader at the Member/ Leader
Banquet. An invitation will be sent to the leaders inviting them to the banquet.
If a member needs help filling out the forms call the 4-H office and an
Ambassador or Leader may be able to help.
If you have any questions about the awards process call Stephanie at (517)
676-7300.
All awards are due on October 1 (current year) by 5:00 to the 4-H office.
NEW AWARD!
Outstanding Young Member
|
Requirement to Apply |
4-H Member 5-8 year old (4-H Age) or
4-H Member 9-11 year old (4-H Age) |
|
Number of Awards Given |
2 per club announced at the Fall 4-H Awards Banquet |
|
Application Process |
Nomination by club based on the young members character
(responsibility, trustworthiness, citizenship, fairness, caring, and
respect) |
|
Type of Award |
5-8 year old: 4-H Frisbee
9-11 year old: 4-H Dog Tag necklace |
NEW AWARD!
Michigan Key Club Award
|
Requirement to Apply |
Reach 15 years of age by October 1 of the
previous year
Completed 3 calendar years of 4-H work by January 1 current year
Completed 4-H work in at least two project areas
Completed a Teen Leadership project
Participated in 3 State Level 4-H events
Been recommended by a club leader |
|
Number of Awards Given |
The top ½ of one percent of the total
county delegation |
|
Application Process |
Complete the Michigan Key Club application |
|
Type of Award |
Piece of 4-H Jewelry from 4-H National
Supply |
| Requirement to
Apply |
4-H member 14 years
or older (4-H age) |
| Number of Awards
Given |
Two announced at
the Fall 4-H awards banquet |
| Application Process |
Complete "4-H
story" essay |
| Type of Award |
$20.00 gift
certificate to Meridian Mall |
| Requirement to
Apply |
4-H member 15
years or older (4-H age)
Completed 4-H/FFA projects in at least two areas
Completed a teen leadership project
Participated in at least three county
and/or state 4-H / FFA events
Recommendation from your local leader |
| Number of Awards
Given |
Four announced at
the fall 4-H awards banquet |
| Application Process
|
Complete "4-H
story" essay
Project summary form and leaders recommendation |
| Type of Award |
$50.00 savings
bonds |
| Requirement to Apply |
Any person in a club that is
nominated by community leader
Can be given for any reason determined by Comm. Leader |
| Number of Awards Given |
One per club announced at the
fall 4-H awards banquet |
| Application Process |
Complete nomination form |
| Type of Award |
Star and ribbon pin |
| Requirement to Apply |
4-H teens nominated by
community leaders
Can be given for any reason determined by Comm. Leader |
| Number of Awards Given |
One per club announced at the
fall 4-H awards banquet |
| Application Process |
Complete nomination form |
| Type of Award |
Certificate |
| Requirement to
Apply |
4-H members in
grades 9-12
Desire to promote 4-H program and develop leadership skills
One year commitment, group meets about 8-10 times a year |
| Number of Awards
Given |
Ten announced at
the Fall 4-H Awards Banquet |
| Application Process |
Complete "4-H
story" essay
Project summary form and leaders recommendation |
| Type of Award |
Certificate |
| Requirement to
Apply |
4-H clubs completed
a community service project |
| Number of Awards
Given |
Three announced at
the Fall 4-H awards banquet |
| Application Process |
One Community Service Report explaining how the
youth were involved in the planning and completion of the community
service project and why that service project was chosen.
Poster with pictures and any available documentation
Poster with pictures and any available documentation |
| Type of Award |
First
Place - $50.00
Second Place - $25.00
Third Place - $15.00 |
| Requirement to
Apply |
Registered as 4-H
Member in Ingham County
Junior level: you must be 12 by January 1 of the current year and not
more than 14, and must have completed two (2) years in the project area.
Senior level: you must be 15 or older by January 1 of the current year,
and have completed at least three (3) years in the project. |
| Number of Awards
Given |
Up to four in each
project area to different members
Can win only one medal per project area in your 4-H career
Can Apply for several, but will only be awarded two per year
Announced at the Fall 4-H Awards Banquet |
| Application Process |
Complete "4-H
story" essay
Project summary form and leaders recommendation |
| Type of Award |
Certificate |
| Requirement to Apply |
Registered as 4-H Member in
Ingham County
Must have received a county medal for the project area
Can apply for county medal and state award in the same year |
| Number of Awards Given |
One per member
Announced at the Fall 4-H awards banquet |
| Application Process |
Complete "4-H story"
essay
Project summary form and leaders recommendation |
| Type of Award |
Certificate |
| Requirement to Apply |
Nominated by Anyone |
| Number of Awards Given |
One announced at the Fall 4-H
awards banquet |
| Application Process |
Nomination Form |
| Type of Award |
Engraved Plaque |
| Requirement to Apply |
Person/Business/Organization
that should be recognized that has made significant contributions to 4-H
Nominated by Anyone |
| Number of Awards Given |
One announced at the Fall 4-H
awards banquet |
| Application Process |
Nomination Form |
| Type of Award |
Engraved Plaque |
Ingham County 4H Horse Project Awards
|
Requirement to Apply |
Applicant must be a 4-H Horse or Horseless Horse Project
member in good standing for at least one project year. |
|
Number of Awards Given |
Up to five top scores |
|
Application Process |
Complete "Outstanding Horse Member" application
form
top scores determined by point system, due October 3. |
|
Type of Award |
The Ingham County 4-H Horse Committee will present a $50
Savings Bond and a gift to the top scores in 4 categories.
|
|
Requirement to Apply |
An Individual or group who demonstrates Outstanding
dedication to the 4-H Horse Program. |
|
Number of Awards Given |
One and may only win this award one time. |
|
Application Process |
Nomination
narrations are accepted through September at
the 4H office due at the September horse committee meeting. Marked ballots
are due at the October Horse committee (one vote per club adults by
adults). |
|
Type of Award |
A plaque and name added to the plaque in the 4H office. |
|
Requirement to Apply |
Ingham County 4H horse member ages 13-19 who demonstrates
"Outstanding service to the Ingham County 4H Horse Program" |
|
Number of Awards Given |
One recipient |
|
Application Process |
Nomination
due at the September horse committee meeting. The member
is nominated in 100 words or less ballot. Ballots are due and voted on at
the October Horse committee by their peers. Recipients are announced at
the Horse Awards Banquet in November. |
|
Type of Award |
A plaque and name added in the 4H office. |
4H HORSE PROJECT FAIR AWARDS
|
Requirement to Apply |
Horse Clubs choosing to decorate their barns compete based
on daily scores relating to interaction with people at the barn, team work
and cleanliness. |
|
Number of Awards Given |
The club receiving the highest daily score earns the daily
ribbon. One club receiving overall combined highest score from all four
days at Fair will be awarded a plaque, |
|
Application Process |
Participants sign up at the fair. |
|
Type of Award |
Daily Ribbon at the fair. Plaque for top score at the 4-H
Horse Award Banquet. |
|
Requirement to Apply |
Created in the memory of Brenda Curtis goes the one who
displays the best sportsmanship attitude and grace under pressure in the
gymkhana speed classes. |
|
Number of Awards Given |
The judge will decide who the recipient will be. |
|
Application Process |
Members who have entered and show in gymkhana classes at
fair. |
|
Type of Award |
A flamingo trophy and is presented at the end of the show. |
|
Requirement to Apply |
This is a post-secondary education scholarship winners at
the Fair in the Showmanship Medals Classes sponsored by the Chase Family. |
|
Number of Awards Given |
There will be two sweepstake winners in each age division;
Senior, Intermediate and Junior. One place number (either 2nd,
3rd, 4th or 5th ) |
|
Application Process |
Fair entries for showmanship classes |
|
Type of Award |
In each division, the first place winner will receive a
$300 scholarship award. A $200 scholarship award will be presented to a
winner, either 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th
place, determined by a drawing held before the medals classes begin. |
|
Requirement to Apply |
4-H members in the horse project who are graduating seniors |
|
Number of Awards Given |
All 4-H horse project members who are graduating seniors. |
|
Application Process |
The high school graduates write a short story sharing
their 4-H career and goals for their future. This story must be typed and
submitted at vet check. |
|
Type of Award |
The graduating seniors are honored at Fair in a riding
ceremony led by the Ingham County Mounted Division. |
|
Requirement to Apply |
This scholarship is sponsored by the Awalt Family. Amanda
Awalt showed horses in 4-H for ten years. Eligibility: 1.
High school senior or college freshman and be 18 or 19
2. Must have been or currently are active in showing
horses in Ingham County 4-H.
3. Must attend, or plan to attend a college, university of
trade school after high school. |
|
Number of Awards Given |
One per year. |
|
Application Process |
Applications will be mailed all 4-H members eligible, due
to the 4-H office in July. Selected by friends and family of Amanda and 4-H
representatives. |
|
Type of Award |
The winner is announced after the senior ceremony during
Fair. The scholarship is through the Michigan 4-H Foundation. |
