Dayle Williamson of Lincoln is receiving the Lancaster County 4‑H May “Heart of 4‑H Award” in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.
At the annual 4‑H Achievement Celebration, he has represented Lincoln Center Kiwanis for over 10 years, presenting the Kiwanis’ Outstanding 4‑H Club Awards and $1,000 college scholarship to a 4‑H high school senior. Dayle serves on the Kiwanis committee that reviews and manages the scholarship.
He says, “When I joined the Lincoln Center Kiwanis Club 40 years ago, I soon learned the club had provided support for the Lancaster County Nebraska 4‑H Program from the very beginning in 1919. The Kiwanis organization and the 4‑H program were both very new at that time. Since I had been a 4‑H club member, as well as a County Extension Agent, I at once volunteered to work on the Kiwanis committee involved with the Lancaster County 4‑H program. Little did I know at the time, this would be such a rewarding opportunity. I attend the annual 4‑H Achievement night and, along with great excitement, see all the awards and learn more about the wonderful yearly achievements.”