The newly established Deborah J. Grenlund Scholarship is expected to support Boone County 4-H members who demonstrate leadership, community service and personal growth.
The scholarship, managed by the Community Foundation of Northern Illinois, was created by Grenlund’s family to honor her legacy as a former 4-H member and advocate for youth development, according to a community announcement.
Grenlund grew up in Capron in the 1960s and 1970s and was a member of the LeRoy Commandoes 4-H Club. The scholarship is intended to help current and future club members pursue education beyond high school…