Windstream Donates $3,000 for 4-H Camp Scholarships

(L-R) Stephanie Frana (Windstream Regional Sales Manager), Michael Veburg (4-H Teen Council), Tracy Kulm (4-H staff), Deanna Karmazin (4-H staff), Jean Pedersen (4-H Council), Kyle Pedersen (4-H Teen Council), Nicole Pedersen (4-H Teen Council) and Brad Hedrick (Windstream Vice President and General Manager) .

On Aug. 11, Windstream Communications donated $3,000 to Lancaster County 4-H as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to helping the people and communities it serves “grow places.” The donation will fund scholarships to send underprivileged 4-H’ers to state 4-H camps. Teen Council members received the donation on behalf of Lancaster County 4-H youth.

Teen Council member Nicole Pedersen says, “4-H camp has been an amazing part of my life and given me skills in communication and leadership as well as allowing me to meet new people and try new things.”

“Windstream is proud to provide this $3,000 sponsorship to the Lancaster County 4-H Teen Council,” says Brad Hedrick, Vice President and General Manager of Windstream. “This donation is just a part of Windstream’s commitment to give a total of $100,000 to local 4-H clubs in the communities we serve when we have the Green Truck Tour in town.”

The Green Truck Tour, which features the green vintage pickup truck used in Windstream commercials, will travel to 33 towns in 15 states.

There are three Nebraska 4-H camp locations: Halsey, Gretna and Alma. Each summer, more than 40 camps are offered, ranging from half day to four days/three nights.

“This is a great opportunity for 4-H youth,” says 4-H staff member Tracy Kulm. “4-H camps develop leadership skills and teamwork. Those positive experiences last a lifetime.”