LANCASTER COUNTY 4‑H’S MY HANDS TO LARGER SERVICE
Lancaster County 4‑H Council is excited to announce a new funding opportunity for Lancaster County 4‑H clubs or members who want to make a positive impact! Called My Hands to Larger Service funds, 4‑H Council now offers four $300 and three $100 awards each year to help fund youth‑driven service projects. These projects should engage 4‑H members in hands‑on learning while benefiting others.
• Applications will be accepted through Tuesday, June 3.
• Applicants will be notified within 30 days of submission.
• Projects must be completed by Nov. 1.
Download the application as a DOCX at https://go.unl.edu/larger-service or pick one up at the Extension office. If you have questions, contact Tracy Anderson at tracy.anderson@unl.edu or 402‑441‑7180.
NEBRASKA 4‑H’S HANDS FOR LARGER SERVICE AWARD
Nebraska 4‑H Foundation’s Hands for Larger Service Awards (formerly known as the Governor’s Agricultural Excellence Awards), sponsored by Nebraska Investment Finance Authority, provide funding for 4‑H clubs to complete projects that will have a lasting impact on their communities. Twenty-five clubs will be selected to receive $500 to complete their projects. Projects should fit within at least one of four 4‑H program areas: college & career readiness, health & wellness, STEM, and ag & food systems. Applications must be submitted by Thursday, May 15 and award funds will be issued in early June. More information and application instructions are at https://ne4hfoundation.org/handsforlargerserviceaward. If you have questions, contact Lindsay Shearer at lshearer2@unl.edu or 402‑472‑9019.