Mac McElduff/Plumas Bank/Plumas & Sierra 4-H Scholarship
The Plumas-Sierra County 4-H Council offers a $500 Scholarship for high school seniors planning to attend college or a trade school. Awarding of the scholarship is up to the discretion of the scholarship review committee. Proof of enrollment in a college or trade school must be submitted to the County 4-H office prior to the award check being issued to the recipient.
Criteria:
1. The applicant must be a current Plumas & Sierra County 4-H member, with at least three (3) years in the Plumas-Sierra County 4-H Program.
2. The Applicant must be graduating in the current school year from a public or private high school in Plumas or Sierra Counties.
3. The Applicant must have plans to continue their education either at a college or trade school.
Judging:
50% - 4-H (Projects, leadership, Community Service, and Citizenship)
25% - Scholastic Record and Educational Goals
15% - Other Activities
10% - Financial Need
Application Forms Will Be Posted Soon!
COMPLETED SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED ON OR BEFORE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15th DEADLINE
Return Application To:
Jennifer Kettle
4-H Youth Development Program
208 Fairground Road
Quincy, CA 95971
No late applications will be accepted!
Farm Bureau Scholarship
Plumas-Sierra County Farm Bureau Scholarship.
Applicants must meet one of the following qualifications:
1. Be an immediate family member of a Plumas-Sierra County Farm Bureau voting member in good standing. Applicants may have any college major or be attending a trade school with any major.
2. Be a Plumas-Sierra County Farm Bureau Collegiate Member and a graduate or graduating from Plumas or Sierra County High School, majoring in an agricultural field at an accredited junior college, college, or trade school. You must be a collegiate member by the date of your submitted application.
4-H Youth in Action Award - 2027
In 4-H, you’ve developed your passion. You’ve found your purpose. You’ve inspired others – and now you’re moving forward. Share how 4-H propelled you to change your community, and you could earn a $5,000 scholarship and the chance to serve as a spokesperson for National 4-H Council! The 4-H Youth in Action program amplifies the stories and leadership of 4-H youth who are making a difference in their communities every day. It is a premier community of 4-H’ers who are preparing for their future while showcasing how 4-H changed their lives and equipped them to change the lives of others.
Awards & Recognition:
All Youth in Action Program applicants will receive:
• Media, interview, and storytelling training from National 4-H professionals.
• Admission into our national 4-H story database, providing potential national multi-media and spokesperson opportunities.
Four Award Winners will receive:
• A $5,000 scholarship for higher education, to be paid directly to the institution, including two-year and four-year colleges, trade schools or other advanced learning opportunities.
• A year of personalized professional and media development, training, and networking opportunities and national opportunities to serve as a spokesperson and key thought leader.
• All expenses paid trips for each award winner & a chaperone to travel as the national youth spokesperson.
• An official reference letter from a National 4-H Council leader for educational or career purposes. Awardees agree to comply with the requirements on the application and the Award Winner agreement sent by the National 4-H Council at the time of selection
Online Application: Complete and submit the application found at: YouthInAction/Application. Applications will open on January 5th and should be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. PST on Monday, April 13th. You will receive a confirmation email when your completed application is received. Incomplete applications will not receive a confirmation and will not be reviewed.
Program Guidelines for 2027 can be found here: 2027-Program-Guidelines.pdf
After applying, if you are unsure of your status, contact National 4-H Council at: YouthinAction@4-H.org
Plumas-Sierra Cattleman's Association Scholarships
Are you or someone you know a graduating senior of a Plumas or Sierra County high school, or continuing college student, and looking to earn some extra money towards education? If yes, then consider applying for the Plumas-Sierra Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship! They are offering 2 scholarships for 2026:
- One for a Qualifying Graduating High School Senior
- One for a Qualifying Continuing College Student
Plumas-Sierra Cattleman's Association Scholarship Qualifications, Application Requirements & Application
APPLICATION MUST BE EMAILED ON OR BEFORE: April 15th at 5:00 p.m.
Return Application Via Email To: tkschohr@ucanr.edu
No Late Application Will Be Accepted
Clayton Floyd Neer Steer, Swine & Sheep Loan
A memorial fund was established in 2010 by the Neer family and Indian Valley 4-H in memory of Clayton Floyd, who died of a tragic accident in 2010.
A revolving Loan has been established in his memory. This loan will be in the amount of $1,000 for Steer and $500 for Swine and $300 for Sheep and Goats. This is available to any member enrolled in the Steer, Swine, Sheep, or Goat project.
Due dates:
3rd Monday in November for Steer
1st Monday in April for Swine & Sheep & Goat
Please contact Wesley Neer at 530.249.1556
Plumas Bank Livestock Loans
Plumas Bank offers loans to 4-H and FFA youth, with parents as co-signers.
Contact your local Plumas Bank loan officer for details.