Lancaster County 4-H thanks all volunteers for helping make a difference!

May 2007 Heart of 4-H Award Winner

Chris Scow

Lancaster County 4-H is proud to announce Chris Scow as winner of May's "Heart of 4-H Award" in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.

Seven years ago, Chris started as a parent volunteer for his daughters' club, Boot Scootin' 4-Hers (his wife Tracy and her sister Lisa Preston are leaders of the club). Four years ago, Chris became a member of 4-H Council and has served on the scholarship and food booth committees. As current 4-H Council president, Chris represents 4-H on the Lancaster County Extension Board. He is also active on the Horse VIPS Committee. Chris and his wife Tracy have helped extensively with the 4-H Miniature Horse Show at the Lancaster County Fair.

"I like being a 4-H volunteer because of the positive influence you can have on the lives of our youth through this program," says Chris. "My favorite experience as a 4-H volunteer was helping and observing some of our youngest members as they work on and take pride in their projects. Then, on the other end of the spectrum, watching our seniors exhibit the confidence and poise they have gained through their 4-H years. It's easy to observe the value this program offers."

In addition to volunteering for 4-H, Chris coaches YMCA Spirit Soccer and Softball, and is active at his church. He is past president of the Nebraska Agribusiness Club.

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