Lincoln, Neb. — Nebraska 4-H is now accepting nominations for a new awards program to recognize the outstanding contributions of 4-H volunteers across the state.
The Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Recognition Awards honors adult and youth volunteers, as well as multi-generational families, who have provided meaningful contributions to Nebraska 4-H. One Outstanding Adult Volunteer Award and one Emerging Adult Volunteer Award winner will be chosen for each of the state’s 10 Nebraska Extension Engagement zones. One statewide winner will be named in each of the youth volunteer and multi-generational family categories.
"Our 4-H volunteers go above and beyond to serve Nebraska’s youth every year," said Jill Goedeken, 4-H Youth Development Extension educator. "We are looking forward to another opportunity to recognize 4-H volunteers for their contributions to youth in Nebraska."
The nomination period runs through March 15, 2024. Nominations can be submitted by any 4-H member, family, supporter or Extension staff member. Nominees must fit the award categories and can be a volunteer for any Nebraska 4-H experience. Some examples may include 4-H club leader, project leader, junior leader, county or State Fair volunteer, special interest volunteer (such as robotics or shooting sports), afterschool club volunteer or 4-H camp volunteer. More information, along with the nomination form, is available online at: https://4h.unl.edu/volunteer-recognition.
Winners will be announced virtually in April 2024. A special awards presentation will take place at the 2024 Nebraska State Fair.