The Beth Bourne Memorial 4-H Scholarship recognizes outstanding leadership and service in 4-H and beyond, influencing others to also develop their Head, Heart, Hands, and Health to better living. Multiple scholarships may be presented in a year.

This scholarship is in memory of Beth Bourne, who served for 43 years as the Rockingham County 4-H Agent, involving thousands of youth and adults in 4-H projects and programs. Her leadership included starting the very first NH 4-H camp. After retiring, Beth continued volunteering for 4-H in Massachusetts until her death in 1999. Her life exemplified service to others and influenced youth and volunteers to develop their Head, Heart, Hands and Health to better living. Beth was a true 4-H leader and spent much of her time, resources, and energy working to support 4-H youth, volunteers, and programs.