Lancaster County 4-H presents a Heart of 4-H Award to a Lancaster County 4-H volunteer each month in recognition of outstanding volunteer service. The purpose of this award is to recognize volunteers who are, indeed, the heart of 4-H.
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Amber began volunteering for 4-H five years ago as a parent helper with the All-American Kids 4-H club and became a co-leader three years ago. She helps with many of the club’s community service projects, including 4-H food booth at the Lancaster County Super Fair and Kiwanis Karnival. All-American Kids was a 2015 and 2016 Nebraska 4-H Club of Excellence. Amber also helps with the Go Go Goat Getters, Sew Green and Paws & Pals 4-H clubs. Last year, she volunteered at 4-H Clover College with the “Great Goats” workshop.
““Volunteering with the amazing 4-H program in Lancaster County makes me feel good and helps me focus on what is important in life,” says Amber. “Also, I believe in helping kids grow into their skills with a little nudging, a lot of support, and a bunch of holding my breath as they figure things out for themselves. I get excited when they learn how much they can do and when they gain confidence and pride in their abilities. It’s a joy to watch the kids grow and bloom. Helping a child find their path is a privilege and a joy. I am a better person because of my involvement with the 4-H program.””