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The Nutrition Education Program (NEP) helps families on a limited budget improve the quality of their diet and become more physically active. NEP participants acquire the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behavior changes necessary to improve their health. NEP is free to all participants who meet income guidelines. For more information please contact us.

We believe in education of our Youth and want to help them achieve their dreams. Here are a few Scholarships available to Adams County youth and 4-H members Application rules and deadlines vary per scholarship

Next Chapter is a college-readiness program delivered through the Nebraska 4-H program that helps students prepare for and succeed in college by providing the skills students need to reach their academic goals. It consists of four Chapters with the intent to complete one chapter a year. By completing Next Chapter and being enrolled in 4-H, you will be pre-admitted to the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. 

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Your worth is not defined by what happens to you.  You matter.  If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs help, text CONNECT to 741741, for free 24/7 support.  #NEneedsyou  #NebExt

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