CENTER – Every year, Nebraska 4-H Month brings thousands of young people, parents, volunteers and alumni together to celebrate all OF the ways in which 4-H helps youth find a place where they belong.
Across the state, Nebraska 4-H invites community members to celebrate: - “4-H Volunteer Appreciation Day” on Feb. 8. - “4-H Supporters and Donors Appreciation Day” on Feb. 15.
- “Day of 4-H Service or Give Back to Your Community” on Feb. 22.
- “Leap into 4-H – Get Enrolled on 4-HOnline” on Feb. 29.
Knox County 4-H will observe Nebraska 4-H Month this year by encouraging youth ages 5 (as of Jan. 1) through 18 to enroll in 4-H.
By becoming enrolled members, youth have the opportunity to join a club, exhibit projects at the Knox County and Nebraska State Fairs, participate in contests and apply for special awards and recognition.
Additionally, youth enrolling in 4-H are encouraged to check out the 4-H clubs located in each community across Knox County.
4-H is Nebraska’s largest youth development organization – empowering nearly 140,000 across the state with the skills to lead for a lifetime.
With the support of about 12,000 volunteers, Nebraska 4-H helps youth develop and practice life skills through clubs, camps, school enrichment, after-school programs and special-interest programs.
In Knox County, more than 370 4-H members and numerous volunteers are involved in 4-H. To learn more about how to get involved in Knox County 4-H, people may visit knox.unl.edu.
People may learn more about Nebraska 4-H at 4h.unl.edu, on Facebook at facebook.com/nebraska4h, on Twitter at twitter.com/nebraska4h and on Instagram at Instagram.com/nebraska4h.
