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Kelsey Lennox, Ethan Ringelberg win 4-H scholarships

OTTAWA — Ontario’s Kelsey Lennox and Ethan Ringelberg are among the 15 4-H members from across Canada  to win scholarships valued at $1,000 each.  The scholarships, to be used toward their post-secondary education in a degree, certificate, or trade-based program for the upcoming academic year, are sponsored by John Deere Canada.

“We’re thankful to John Deere Canada for their continued commitment in helping 4-H youth members grow and become strong leaders for tomorrow,” shared Shannon Benner, CEO of 4-H Canada. “Scholarships like this help us achieve our goal of equipping our youth leaders with the leadership skills, confidence, and resiliency to achieve their goals.”

Together, 4-H Canada and John Deere Canada are committed to providing youth with the tools and guidance to lay the foundation for a life-long love of learning. Our ongoing partnership continues to focus on the 4-H spirit of leadership, responsibility, and a deep sense of community.

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