Awards:

If you have questions about awards, contact Tracy at 402-441-7180

Overview of 4-H Recognition

Awards for 4-H Members:

4-H Project Completion Certificates (no deadline). When a 4-H member completes a 4-H project, their 4-H club leader, or the parents/guardians of independent members, can present them with certificate to recognize their achievements. These certificates can be completed on-line. 4-H Project Completion Certificate Form.

Community Service Awards (was due December 31)
Description: all Lancaster County 4-H members are eligible to apply for this award which is based on the number of hours of community service through 4-H. There will be two categories: 5 winners in the age 14 & over division and 10 winners in the age 13 & under division. Form can be filled out by club leader, parent/guardian or 4-H member. Award Deadline has passed

I Dare You Leadership Award (was due December 31)
Description: Each year, Lancaster County 4-H selects two 4-H members who are juniors or seniors to be awarded I Dare You Leadership Awards on behalf of the American Youth Foundation [http://www.ayf.com]. The award recognizes youth who strive to be their personal best and make a positive difference in their schools, youth groups, 4-H clubs, and communities. They do not need to hold leadership positions currently, but should be recognized by peers and adults who work with them as emerging leaders. Nominations may be made by 4-H leaders, parents or friends. They may also be self-nominated. Award Deadline has passed

Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Award (Lancaster County deadline was December 31)
Description: The Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover Program recognizes the accomplishments of 4-H’ers ages 8-18. Youth can progress from Level 1 up to Level 6. At the beginning of the 4-H year, youth choose goals from a provided list and at the end of the 4-H year, fill out a report which documents their accomplishments. Diamond Clover Award Web site

Nebraska 4-H Career Portfolios: (Lancaster County deadline was December 31)
Description: Career portfolios are a record of your 4-H Career. They include a listing of your personal growth and leadership experiences related to the knowledge learned, skills gained and community service/volunteer activities experienced through 4-H. Career portfolios focus on one of Nebraska 4-H's eight curriculum areas: Animal Science, Communication & Expressive Arts, Consumer & Family Science, Environmental Education & Earth Sciences, Healthy Lifestyles Education, Leadership & Citizenship, Plant Science, and Science & Technology. In Lancaster County, 4-H members who complete two years of a 4-H project may submit a Career Portfolio in that corresponding curriculum area (each 4-H'er may submit one portfolio in each of the eight curriculum areas). Lancaster County 4-H selects the top qualifying career portfolios to advance to the state level. 4-H members ages 15-19 can qualify to have two career portfolios sent to state. State winners are eligible to attend National 4-H Congress. County winners are announced at 4-H Achievement Night. Go to the Nebraska 4-H Web site for more information and Career Portfolio Form [http://4h.unl.edu/careerportfolio].

Outstanding 4-H Member Award (deadline was December 31)
Description: presented to an individual 14 years of age or older who has excelled in their involvement with the 4-H program. The basis for selection appraises the variety and depth of 4-H activities. Nominations may be made by 4-H leaders, parents or friends. They may also be self-nominated. Award Deadline has passed

Awards for 4-H Volunteers:

Meritorious Service Award (deadline was December 31)
Description: presented to individuals or organizations who have exhibited consistent and strong support of the Lancaster County 4-H program. 4-H members are not eligible. Anyone can make nominations. Award Deadline has passed

Heart of 4-H Award (ongoing -no deadline) -- Lancaster County 4-H presents a Heart of 4-H Award to a Lancaster County 4-H volunteer each month! Announced monthly in The Nebline newsletter. On-line Nomination Form

4-H Club Awards

Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards (deadline usually March 1)
Awards presented at UNL’s East Campus the end of June). Sponsored by the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority in cooperation with the Nebraska 4-H Foundation. These awards recognize 25 4-H clubs each year for the work of the individuals in the club and the community service work of the entire club. Recognition is in the form of $500 checks issued to the club’s treasury to be used as described in the award application form completed by the club. Award Form

Nebraska 4-H Clubs of Excellence (Lancaster County deadline was December 31).
4-H clubs which have met criteria outlined by the state 4-H office are recognized as a “Club of Excellence.” Some of the criteria includes: choose/elect youth officers, have one club project (related to curriculum) which they do together and complete one community service project. Forms are to be filled out by club leaders. Award Deadline has passed

Nebraska 4-H Club of the Month -- Any Nebraska 4-H club may nominate themselves to be the Club of the Month. Nominations are due the second Friday of the month before the club will be the Club of the Month. The club who is chosen to be Club of the Month will receive a $50 cash card from the Nebraska 4-H Foundation and their story will be showcased on the Nebraska 4-H Foundation’s Facebook, Twitter, and website along with the State 4-H website and Facebook and in their local newspaper. Nominations due 2nd Friday of each Month. On-line Nomination Form