The Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) is accepting applications for the Terence J. Centner Agricultural and Environmental 4-H Scholarship. Terence (Terry) J. Centner established the fund at NCCF in honor of his parents, Harry E. and Mary Ellen Centner, and their dedication to the Chautauqua County 4-H program.

The Centners helped a generation of 4-H members enjoy many projects and activities. Jacob Lesch, a former member of 4-H and scholarship recipient, stated, “4-H has allowed me to be the best version of me I can be. I have gained a strong work ethic, responsibility, pride in my work, and other priceless skills that will serve me throughout college and my professional career.”

The scholarship is awarded annually to a high school senior attending a 4-year college or university who has completed an outstanding agricultural or environmental 4-H project. Eligible seniors from Brocton, Dunkirk, Forestville, Fredonia, Ripley, Silver Creek, and Westfield are encouraged to apply. Applications may be obtained from the school guidance centers or at nccfoundation.org/center-scholarship. Applicants must return their completed application to their school’s counseling center by April 1, 2023.

For more information on this or other scholarshiåps available through the NCCF, visit nccfoundation.org/scholarship-funds, or contact Scholarship Coordinator Michele Starwalt-Woods at scholarships@nccfoundation.org or 716-366-4892.

Since its incorporation in 1986, the NCCF has invested more than $20 million in northern Chautauqua County through strategic grantmaking, targeted scholarships, and leadership and community collaborations. The NCCF is a tax-exempt charitable organization inherently committed to enhancing the northern Chautauqua community and encouraging local philanthropy. As a nationally accredited community foundation, the NCCF has proven compliance with the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, demonstrating integrity, equity, accountability, transparency, and effectiveness in meeting the needs of its community. For more information on the NCCF, visit www.nccfoundation.org or call 716-366-4892.