Bette Jo (BJ) Clinton Van Kavelaar
The 4-H program is impressive: teaching responsibility, character, and sportsmanship, even when we lose. 4-H members assume obligations, make commitments, and lead younger members. They don’t sit and … Read more.
Archives: Inductees
Bryan Chadd
I joined the Fillmore Farmers Boys 4-H Club in 1966 at the encouragement of mom & my grandfather – an act that changed my life forever. Gardening and … Read more.
Carol Schurman
“Queenie” was her name – my first 4-H project. I grew up on a farm in central Pennsylvania. We were the only farm in the area with Ayrshires. … Read more.
Darrel Thomas
It was through 4-H, that I gained a foundation for myself to benefit, grow and thrive in life. I was guided by the four “H’s”, head, heart, hands, … Read more.
Daryl Buchholz
When I think of the power of 4-H in youth development, I believe EVERY young person should be invited and welcomed into the program. This program can mold … Read more.
Harlene M. Welch
4-H gave me the opportunity to serve, teach and lead. In 1990 I was selected to participate in the Master Volunteer Clothing Construction Program through the University of … Read more.
Jan Scholl-Kennedy
My first 4-H meeting was in Viola, Idaho, population ten! My mother told me if I didn’t like it, I didn’t have to join. I refused and she … Read more.
Dr. Janice A. Seitz
Dr Seitz grew up on a small farm in a Mennonite community near Paulding, OH. According to Dr Seitz, other than church activities, being involved in 4-H comprised … Read more.
Jeffrey D. Orndorff
4-H has always been a part of my life. I joined when I was 9 and made the usual mistakes that new members make about putting off finishing … Read more.
John Dooley
To describe my 4-H story as being transformational would be an understatement. My story began 55 years ago in Nicholas County, West Virginia, and it is a story … Read more.
Karen L. Hinton
I grew up on a farm outside of Happy, Texas, population 642. Opportunities through 4-H allowed me to attend a variety of events and camps, including junior leadership … Read more.
Louisa Bauer Cole
I was raised on a farm in Hunterdon County, New Jersey. The continuous work of running a farm did not allow much time for vacations or travelling much … Read more.
Katherine M. Rickart
My career in 4-H began when my mother asked me what I wanted for my 10th birthday. I said, “A 4-H Club.” I got it and the journey … Read more.
Julie Landry
Grant writing and resource development for 4-H was a priority. A federal grant made it possible to expand afterschool programming for 200 youth and provide wrap around care … Read more.
Mike Klumpp
I was seven year 4-H Club Member in the Kildare 4-H Club in Kay County, Oklahoma. My parents, 4-H Agents and volunteers provided me with opportunities that would … Read more.