INDIANA — The Indiana 4-H Foundation has announced its 2025 Accomplishment Scholarship recipients, recognizing 44 outstanding 4-H members across the state. Among the winners is a local student, Jacob Burrus of Lawrence County, who was honored for excellence in the Engineering & Technological Science project area.
Burrus secured one of the competitive scholarships, which are awarded based on written applications, résumés, and life skill reflection essays submitted by applicants. The Engineering & Technological Science scholarship received sponsorship from Melissa and Mike Veenhuizen.
Also winning locally were:
Jaylynn Goodwin, from Monroe County, in Civic Engagement sponsorship from David and Kendra Weidmayer.
Kassidy Wischmeier, from Jackson County in Communication, sponsored by McKinney Farms.
The Accomplishment Scholarship is awarded to 4-H members who have demonstrated exceptional achievement and leadership within specific project fields.
The Indiana 4-H Foundation encourages current members to apply for the next cycle. Scholarship applications for the 2026 awards are due on January 25, 2026.
New Tax Incentives for Donors
The announcement of the scholarship recipients comes as the Indiana 4-H Foundation highlights exciting new tax law changes that will take effect in the new year.
Starting January 1, 2026, new federal giving incentives will benefit all taxpayers who make charitable donations. Under the new rules, all taxpayers, including those who do not itemize their deductions, will be able to deduct up to $1,000 in charitable donations (or $2,000 for couples filing jointly).
The Indiana 4-H Foundation reminds potential donors that gifts to the organization may be tax-deductible under the new rules. They advise consulting a trusted financial advisor to maximize the new giving opportunities available in 2026.
