April Heart of 4-H Award winner is Keith Day

Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Keith Dey as winner of April’s “Heart of 4-H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.

Keith has been a 4-H volunteer for 11 years as leader of the Flying Hoofs 4-H club, member of the Horse VIPS committee, and superintendent of various horse classes at the Lancaster County Fair. He was overall horse superintendent for three years.

In addition, he was a member of 4-H Council for four years (he just finished his term) and was Council president and 4-H liaison to the Lancaster County Extension Board for three of those years.

“My favorite experience as a 4-H volunteer was the chance to work with more than 100 of Lancaster County’s finest youth,” says Keith. “To help them learn and to learn from them. It’s like being a part of a huge family, providing opportunities, teaching, learning and caring.”

“My favorite County Fair experiences are the smiles, the tears, the accomplishments, the pride in the parents faces — and the Walking Tacos!” he adds.

Keith lives in Hickman with his wife Renay. Their daughter Kaleena is a recent 4-H alum. He relaxes by playing drums, riding his motorcycle and scuba diving.

Congratulations to Keith. Volunteers like him are indeed the heart of 4-H!

 

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