We're Glad You're Here!
We believe in all young people’s potential; developing young people who are empowered, confident, hard-working, determined, responsible and compassionate—seeing a world beyond themselves so that they have the life-long skills to succeed in college and career, ensuring access and equity for all, the power of America’s leading public universities, the practice of positive youth development by creating positive learning experiences, caring and trusted adult mentors who cultivate positive relationships with youth, creating safe, diverse and inclusive environments, and meeting young people wherever they are.
4-H is a national organization delivered by Cooperative Extension–a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provides experiences where young people learn by doing. Youth complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and citizenship, in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and are encouraged to take on proactive leadership roles. Kids experience 4-H in every county and parish in the country.
The Nebraska 4-H mission is to provide Nebraska youth with positive youth development opportunities that prepare them to become healthy, capable, and ready to engage in school, work, and life.
WE ARE HERE
TO HELP YOU!
Remember, we at the Nebraska Extension Office are here to help you. If you ever have any questions about your projects or deadlines, please contact us at 308-632-1480.
Pre & Post Fair Events
Save the dates for both the Achievement application deadline and the Achievement Celebration.
Achievement Applications are due to the office or emailed to Audra abrown132@unl.edu by 5:00p.m. October 3rd.
The Nebraska 4-H Achievement Application is a standard application form used for the selection of county and state award winners, including Nebraska delegates to National 4-H Congress and National 4-H Conference, as well as Nebraska 4-H Foundation scholarship award recipients.
Two versions of the application are available:
- Junior Achievement Application for ages 8-14 (county-only)
- Senior Achievement Application for ages 15-18 (state-eligible)
Application: https://4h.unl.edu/statewide-events-opportunities/awards-recognition/achievement-application/
Diamond Clover Awards
The Nebraska 4-H Diamond Clover program encourages 4-H members to engage in a variety of projects and activities that will help them acquire life skills necessary to lead successful lives as a competent, caring, and contributing citizen. The program consists of six levels that require a 4-H member to plan and report a broad range of age-appropriate accomplishments. Applications are due October 3rd and can be found here: https://4h.unl.edu/statewide-events-opportunities/awards-recognition/diamond-clover/.
Give the Extension Office a call (308-632-1480) if you need assistance with your level.
4-H Council Nominations
Executive Council Members (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) are elected at the Achievement Night. By October 3 please contact a current Council Member or the Scotts Bluff County Extension Office if you have nominations. The 4-H Council meets every other month. The President of the Council is also the 4-H representative at six Extension Board Meetings each year.
Annual Achievement Nominations
4-H Families and Volunteers, we need your assistance recognizing those individuals that went the extra mile assisting with the 4-H program this year. All nominations and paperwork need to be to our office by the dealine, October 3rd.
Volunteer and Heart of 4-H Awards
The 4-H Council honors several individuals and businesses each year for their support of our youth program. Please contact our office with names of people you think deserve to be nominated.
4-H Council Nominations
Executive Council Members (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) are elected at the Achievement Night. By October 3 please contact a current Council Member or the Scotts Bluff County Extension Office if you have nominations. The 4-H Council meets every other month. The President of the Council is also the 4-H representative at six Extension Board Meetings each year.
I Dare You Award and Outstanding 4-H Member Awards
The “I Dare You” Award and Outstanding 4-H Member Award are two of the highest honors given on the county level. Both awards are based on a 4-H member's activities and accomplishments. Each of these awards is given out every year. 4-H leaders, parents, the 4-H members themselves, or a friend can submit an application for the 4-H member of their choice. Members who are 16–18 years of age as of January 1, 2025 are eligible. Applications are due October 3 and can be found online:
Outstanding 4-H Member nomination form
Outstanding Leader Award
4-H members and families, here is your chance to recognize your 4-H leader and all of the hard work they do. We are now accepting nominations for the Outstanding 4-H Leader Award. Our leaders are vital people in 4-H. Anyone who belongs to our 4-H family can nominate a leader. Just submit their names along with a short story about why you think they should be chosen. Applications are due October 3 and can be found at Outstanding 4-H leader form rev.pdf.
New Horizon 4-H Alumni Award
Scotts Bluff County 4-H has many volunteers that are recent 4-H alumni. 4-H has made an impact on their lives so they have decided to give back to the program as volunteers and are already making a difference in the 4-H program. If this describes someone you know who is making an impact on the 4-H program, let the Extension Office know.
Spirit of 4-H Award
This award is to honor the memory of Tom Holman, long-time Extension Educator in Scotts Bluff County. It is given to 4-H members in their first few years of membership who are trying a variety of project areas. If this describes a 4-H member that you know, contact the Extension Office.