Those inducted into the Hall of Fame are recognized with a plaque in the Hall of Fame, a gift, and a special ceremony during the Extension Youth Conference banquet each June. The North Dakota State Fair selects two 4-H volunteers each year for their service in promoting the state fair. The same person may not receive the scholarship more than once in a five-year period. Selection is based on the completion of a scholarship application. This award is presented annually to those individuals and organizations who have made contributions of national significance to the 4-H program.
Applications are due in the fall of the year.
Nominations are reviewed by a committee representing the Extension system and the 4-H Council. Presentation of the award will be made at a time and place most meaningful to the recipient. The Bearfield-Bale Memorial Scholarship was endowed by Stanley and Hazel Bale in memory of Melvin and Edith Bearfield and the S.W. Bale family. Volunteers may be nominated by county staff, or may apply to the state 4-H office. Clubs and members earn a variety of rewards depending on the program choice and the number of years they participate.