The National 4-H Council has named the 2025 recipients of its Youth in Action award. The four students, ages 16 to 18, were recognized for outstanding leadership in their communities. Each will receive a $5,000 scholarship and serve as a national youth 4-H spokesperson for the next year.
The name 4-H stands for “Head, Heart, Hands, and Health.” Founded in 1902 in Ohio, it is the nation’s largest youth development organization and seeks to empower young people by teaching them skills in agriculture, science, technology, and leadership. Since its founding, more than 6 million students have participated in its programs, clubs, and camps.
In 2010, 4-H began recognizing teenagers who were involved in its programs with the Youth in Action Awards. A panel of judges evaluates the applications and chooses…