Recognition for support of the 4-H program in Morris County was highlight of the recent Morris County 4-H Foundation Banquet at Council Grove.
“Growth in the Morris County 4-H Foundation assistance has been through annual giving with incentive recognitions,” said Larry Johnson, foundation president.
“Families often designate memorials to the foundation in honor of their lost loved ones who had fond experiences through the 4-H program,” he pointed out.
Tokens of appreciation were presented to those who have given different levels of support.
Memorials: Gerald Buchman, Gold; Diann Wainwright, Bronze; and Teresa Disberger and Glen Yadon, Patron.
The Emerald Award was presented to Virginia Miller.
Gold Awards were received by James and Janice Dike and the Dairy Queen.
Silver Awards went to Jamie Beck, John and Kris Collier, and Larry and Linda Johnson.
Recipients of Bronze Awards were Adams Lumber and Home Store, Charles and Cheryl Downes, Dwight Sunflower 4-H Club, Kay Johnson, and Stacey Lee.
Harry and Melanie Byram received the Patron Award.
Annually, the Morris County 4-H Foundation presents scholarships recognizing achievements of county 4-H club members to further their education.
Last year’s recipients were Jamie Beck, Sara Koepsel, Avery Lee, Dryden Powell, Jayde Price, and Hannah Stilwell.
“Supported strictly by member donations, the Morris County 4-H Foundation was formed 44 years ago,” Johnson said. “Financial support is given so more 4-H members can attend camps, leadership seminars, judging competitions and additional life building opportunities.
“All donations to the Morris County 4-H Foundation remain in the county and are used only for Morris County 4-H Club members working hard ‘To Make the Best Better,’ the 4-H motto,” Johnson added.
Additional Morris County 4-H Foundation trustees are Rocky Beck, Frank Buchman, Larry Landgren, Mason Lee, Cynthia Schrader, and Valerie Woodall.