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 serice. The purpose of this award is to recognize volunteers who are, indeed, the heart of 4-H.
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A 4-H volunteer for six years, she has helped as parent volunteer with several clubs: 4-H Explorers, Prairie Star and Bourne Equestrian (the later two are horse clubs). Jenny just finished serving three years on 4-H Council, two years as treasurer. She helped with 4-H Council fundraisers such as the 4-H food stand and Chicken Dinner at the Lancaster County Super Fair, as well as helping setup for static exhibits at fair.
“I enjoy watching youth grow/develop via learning and experiencing new things, and seeing the excitement and pride they feel in their accomplishments,” Jenny says. “My favorite experience as a 4-H volunteer is county fair time — seeing youth get their game on (i.e., getting prepared, organized and disciplined/focused. I would like to see 4-H participation be a requirement in every youth’s life. 4-H offers something for everyone!”