Lancaster County 4-H’s Hands to Larger Service
Lancaster County 4‑H Council’s Hands to Larger Service Award, sponsored by Lancaster County 4‑H Council, provides financial support for 4‑H clubs and members to complete projects that benefit their clubs or communities. Each year, four $300 awards and three $100 awards are available. 4‑H members should be actively involved in “learning by doing” through service.
• Applications will be accepted from March 1 through Oct. 1.
• Applicants will be notified within 30 days of submission.
• Projects must be completed by Nov. 1.
• Submit a written final report upon project completion and schedule a 5–10 minute presentation to 4‑H Council.
The application is online as a web form at https://go.unl.edu/larger-service. If you’d like a print-friendly version, pick one up at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County office or email lancaster4h@unl.edu. If you have questions, contact Tracy Anderson at tracy.anderson@unl.edu or 402‑441‑7180.
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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. Recognition is given in the form of a $500 grant to be used as described in the award application form completed by the club. Projects should fit within at least one of four 4‑H program areas: college & career readiness, health & wellness, STEM, and ag & food systems. Examples of fundable programs include mentorship programs, intergenerational programs, attending educational experiences, hosting workshops/educational events and service-learning opportunities. Applications must be submitted by Friday, 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.