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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Nickie has volunteered with 4-H for over 25 years, starting with being a teen tour guide for child care groups during Fair Fun Day. Since then, she has helped in the 4-H Food & Nutrition area at the Lancaster County Fair during static exhibit entry, judging and release days. In addition, Nickie is one of the superintendents of the 4-H Bicycle Safety Contest.
“I like being a 4-H volunteer because it is the heart of our youth,” says Nickie. “I can’t imagine not having 4-H in my youth! It provided my childhood with so many amazing opportunities and still continues, too. My favorite experience as a 4-H volunteer is meeting with new 4-H members at their first fair and discussing their project and seeing the pride of accomplishment in their entry! It is so heartwarming to see their excitement.”