The Reiss Family 4-H Endowment Scholarship was established in memory of Brenda Reiss, who passed away in 2017.
Brenda was a beloved member of the 4-H community, and her contributions to the 4-H program were immeasurable.
She, along with her two sons, Ryan and Shawn, were actively involved in 4-H for over a decade. Brenda had a deep love for the fair, camping, and watching her boys show pigs and rabbits. Brenda was always a supportive and enthusiastic presence at every event. Her passion for 4-H and her dedication to her family and community made a lasting impact on everyone who knew her.
To honor her memory and continue her legacy, Ryan and Shawn created this scholarship, ensuring that Brenda’s spirit of support and encouragement lives on through the next generation of 4-H members. The 2025 Reiss Family 4-H Endowment Scholarship was awarded to Kayden Hetzer and Luke Wente.