Scholarships Still Open for Applications: Supporting the Next Generation of 4-H Leaders Through Opportunity, Education, and Storytelling
Nelsonville, OH (April 6, 2026) – Georgia Boot, America’s hardest-working boot for more than 85 years, proudly announces its role as a sponsor of the 4-H Youth in Action Scholarship Program, a premier initiative from National 4-H Council that celebrates young leaders who create meaningful change in their communities.
Applications for the 4-H Youth in Action Program are open through April 13. Teens ages 14–19 are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to share their 4-H story and compete for a $5,000 educational scholarship. For more information and to apply, visit https://4-h.org/programs/4-h-youth-in-action-program/.
“Georgia Boot is proud to support the next generation of leaders through the 4-H Youth in Action program,” said Josh Nihiser, marketing manager for Georgia boot. “These young individuals embody hard work, resilience, and community spirit – all values that align closely with our brand.”
Centered on developing passion, finding purpose, and inspiring others, the 4-H Youth in Action program amplifies the voices and leadership of 4-H youth nationwide. Participants gain access to a year of personalized media training, national storytelling opportunities, and leadership development; equipping them with the tools to shape their futures and positively impact others. Each year, four young people from around the country are named winners.
Through programs like this, 4-H is helping young people become Beyond Ready—gaining the skills, confidence, and real-world experiences they need to succeed in life and lead with purpose in a rapidly changing world.
“Our partnership with Georgia Boot helps open more doors for 4-H youth to grow as leaders and share their stories,” said Jake Worcester, Vice President of Development at National 4-H Council. “Through the 4-H Youth in Action program, we’re helping young people become Beyond Ready for what’s ahead—so they can make a real difference in their communities.”
About Georgia Boot
For over 75 years, Georgia Boot® has been a leader in the work footwear market. Based in Nelsonville, Ohio, the company manufactures and markets quality work and outdoor footwear. The company’s products are available in nearly 3,000 retail and catalog outlets. It is a division of Rocky Brands, a publicly traded company on NASDAQ® under the symbol: RCKY. For more information visit follow us on Twitter, @GeorgiaBoot, or Facebook facebook.com/GeorgiaBoot.
About 4-H
4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for careers tomorrow. 4-H programs reach nearly six million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills. Through the Beyond Ready national initiative, 4-H aims to increase that number to ten million youth annually by 2030. 4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3,000 local Extension offices. Globally, 4-H collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries. The research-backed 4-H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM programs.
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