Donors make it possible for North Carolina 4-H to offer experiences and recognition programs that go beyond what public funding alone can provide. Contributions from individuals, alumni, businesses, and community partners directly support youth participation, leadership development, volunteer training, and statewide educational opportunities.
Every gift helps ensure cost is never a barrier to a young person participating in 4-H.
Scholarships
Donor support makes it possible for NC 4-H to offer scholarships that encourage members to continue their education beyond high school. These scholarships recognize outstanding youth for their leadership, involvement, and achievements while helping them pursue future academic and career goals.
Adult and Alumni Awards
The NC 4-H Adult and Alumni Awards recognize individuals who have provided outstanding support and leadership to 4-H programs across the state. These partners, volunteers, and alumni play an important role in sustaining opportunities for youth and strengthening the impact of 4-H in their communities.
Volunteer Leader Recognition
Donor contributions support several awards presented at the NC 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Conference awards banquet. These recognitions honor volunteers who dedicate their time, leadership, and mentorship to local 4-H programs and help make positive youth development opportunities possible across North Carolina.
Camps and Centers
NC 4-H Camps and Centers provide hands-on learning experiences where young people build confidence, develop leadership skills, and connect with nature. Donor support helps maintain these facilities and expand opportunities for youth to participate in safe, engaging programs that create lasting memories and meaningful learning experiences.
Pull For Youth
Pull for Youth Sporting Clays is a statewide fundraising initiative led by the Farm Credit Associations of North Carolina that supports the future of agriculture through youth development. These charity shooting events have raised more than $800,000 for NC 4-H and FFA, directly investing in programs that prepare young people for leadership and careers in agriculture.
Day of Giving
NC State Day of Giving is an annual, 24-hour fundraising event that supports university programs across NC State, including 4-H. During this day of collective giving, alumni, supporters, and partners come together to invest in areas that make a difference, with gifts to 4-H helping expand youth opportunities, strengthen leadership development, and support communities across North Carolina.
Youth and Donor Event
The NC 4-H Youth and Donor Event brings supporters and 4-H members together to celebrate accomplishments made possible through donor generosity. During the event, scholarships, national trip delegates, and major award winners are recognized, and youth have the opportunity to personally connect with the individuals and organizations who support their experiences.
About the NC 4-H Development Fund
The NC 4-H Development Fund provides private support for the North Carolina 4-H Youth Development Program. The fund works to expand educational opportunities, strengthen local programs, and support recognition and leadership experiences for youth and volunteers statewide.
The Development Fund is supported by individuals, corporations, foundations, Cooperative Extension employees and alumni, and friends of 4-H who believe in the value of positive youth development.
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