Annual Report 2016

OKLAHOMA 4-H 2016 Annual Report

SPECIAL CLOVERS First-of-its-kind 4-H camp is big success

HONORING OUR HEROES 4-H’ers show appreciation for local veterans

ENHANCEMENT GRANTS Programs are created through 4-H Foundation funding

TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES

02 4-H Foundation Welcomes Blayne Arthur 03 Remembering Larry Derryberry 05 Special Clovers 06 Donor Spotlight: Gene and Ann Benson 07 Honoring Our Heroes 09 Tribute to 4-H Alumnus 10 2016 Enhancement Grants 12 Reading Rules DEPARTMENTS

08 2016 Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame 14 2016 Outstanding Alumni and Partners 17 Scholarship Winners and Donors 20 2016 Order of the Clover 22 Honorary and Memorial Gifts 24 Financial Review

Oklahoma 4-H Annual Report Issued August 2017 Published by: Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development Kevin Allen Assistant Director, Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service and 4-H Program Leader Blayne Arthur Executive Director Oklahoma 4-H Foundation Kristin Knight Marketing Coordinator Special thanks to Todd Johnson, Trisha Gedon and those quoted within for their contributions.

Unless otherwise noted, all photos are courtesy of Todd Johnson or Oklahoma 4-H. 205 4-H Youth Development Building Stillwater, OK 74078 4h.okstate.edu

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I N C O R P O R A T E D President JAN KUNZE, Oklahoma City Vice-President TERRY STOWERS, Norman Treasurer JERED DAVIDSON, Edmond Past President DAN BOMHOFF, Okarche Board of Directors ANN BENSON, Stillwater BEVERLY CHAPMAN, Calvin JOE DORMAN, Rush Springs JIM EDEN, Stillwater JOHN GRUNDMANN, Shawnee OLIVIA HAMILTON, Ada SUE HORROCKS, Stillwater PAUL JACKSON, Ringling JERRY KIEFER, Edmond KEN McQUEEN, Tulsa RODD MOESEL, Oklahoma City GWEN SHAW, Edmond DEREK SMITHEE, Edmond LIZ TAYLOR, Chickasha DIXIE THOMAS, Wichita, Kansas JERI TOWLER, Edmond JERRY WINCHESTER, Oklahoma City Ex-Officio Directors THOMAS G. COON, Stillwater MARVIN BURNS, Langston JIM TRAPP, Stillwater KEVIN ALLEN, Stillwater Advisory Directors DON TAYLOR, Claremore MANDY SCHROEDER, Nash CATHLEEN TAYLOR, Glencoe STEVEN BARINGER, Sulphur EMILY TAYLOR, Marlow

GREETINGS FROM OKLAHOMA 4-H: Do you ever begin to write something and feel stuck? As I sat down to draft this, I confidently can say I struggled because there are so many positive things happening at the 4-H Foundation. This past year has gone by so quickly and has been so invigorating!

Even during a challenging budget time in our state, our donors and sponsors have remained committed to our mission—thank you! More than $100,000 in scholarships were awarded to talented 4-H members during the 2016 Roundup Honor Night. These outstanding young men and women will use skills learned in 4-H as they continue their education and start careers.

If you will allow me to brag, this era of 4-H is providing opportunities I would have never imagined. One example is the ATV Safety Grant and all that is being done to coordinate this worthwhile effort. We have students immersed in STEM activities including robotics competitions and a tremendous amount of interest in the 4-H Food Showdown competition. Additionally, in January, a select group of 4-H’ers attended the Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C. Talk about a chance of a lifetime!

Engaged students, exciting partnerships, rewarding achievements—we have accomplished so much through 4-H. It has been a year since we hired Blayne Arthur to lead the work of the 4-H Foundation. As executive director, Blayne’s energy, ideas and connections have brought our efforts to support 4-H programs to a new level. I truly am excited to see where she takes us as we move forward.

Another significant change we made this year was strengthening the partnership with Oklahoma State University and the OSU Foundation. Sharing the common goal to provide support for 4-H programs and members, we have found additional ways to structure our work and maximize efforts and resources. This would not be possible without the support of Dr. Thomas Coon, vice president of the Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources at OSU. Alongside Blayne, Sarah Dunn and Erin Robinson make up the 4-H Foundation staff. In addition to the day-to-day operations, they make the ideas and plans of the 4-H Foundation board of directors a reality. As a board, we continuously look for ways to better understand the work of program staff and Extension personnel. To help carry that banner forward, it is crucial we get to know each other and look for opportunities to help each other.

You are receiving this report because of your investment in Oklahoma 4-H youth. It comes to you with a BIG thank you! Extension and 4-H Foundation staff, sponsors, donors, board members, club leaders and parents—it takes us all. With our varied backgrounds, talents and experiences, we each have a special way to contribute to the success of Oklahoma 4-H. Oklahoma’s youth and our great state will continue to benefit from these efforts.

If you have any questions, comments or ideas you’d like to discuss, please contact the 4-H Foundation at 405-744-5390. We’d love to hear from you.

Sincerely,

Jan Kunze President Oklahoma 4-H Foundation

Blayne Arthur Executive Director Oklahoma 4-H Foundation

Kevin Allen Oklahoma 4-H Program Leader Assistant Director, OCES

BLAYNE ARTHUR, Executive Director

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OKLAHOMA 4-H FOUNDATION WELCOMES

BLAYNE ARTHUR

In April 2016, Blayne Arthur joined the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development Program as the new executive director for the 4-H Foundation, a role she said has been an immense opportunity for her and her family.

“I’m excited to be a part of the Foundation and I see a lot of potential for the 4-H program,” Arthur said.

Although her professional 4-H career is just beginning, Arthur’s 4-H story goes back to when she was a member of the Grady County 4-H Horse Club.

“I participated in public speaking and all things horse-related, including being a member of the 4-H horse judging team and exhibiting at the Southwest District and State 4-H Horse Show,” she said.

Now as executive director, Arthur said she plans to create relationships with current and prospective donors to increase the size of the Foundation. She also is actively seeking new opportunities to offer youth through donor support.

“There is unlimited potential for new partnerships at the Foundation, and I look forward to growing the Foundation and helping support our amazing Oklahoma 4-H members,” she said.

One way she plans to accomplish these goals is by meeting directly with donors and having some of the Oklahoma 4-H Ambassadors tell their stories to donors.

“Donors need to hear firsthand how 4-H has influenced the lives of these youth,” she said. “This will help us foster existing relationships and help build new connections.”

Before returning to Oklahoma State University, Arthur worked for the Oklahoma Department of

Agriculture, Food, and Forestry and later served as deputy commissioner for Secretary of Agriculture Jim Reese and worked with agricultural commodity groups to develop policy.

She said having worked with these commodity groups will hopefully help her increase the awareness of 4-H and the positive impact the organization has on Oklahoma youth.

Arthur said her favorite part about working with the Foundation is visiting with donors and learning about their passion for 4-H and Oklahoma youth.

“Donor stories and history helps me realize why everyone connected to the 4-H program continues to do the work that they do,” she said.

“Each donor has a special story about 4-H.” Arthur and her husband, Jerrod, live in Stillwater with their two kids, Kelton and Kennedy. The Arthurs own and operate Lucky Strike Show Cattle. In her spare time, Arthur said she enjoys spending time with her kids as they work with and exhibit livestock. Her son, Kelton, has just begun his 4-H career as a Cloverbud in the Ripley 4-H Club.

“I continue to learn more each day at the Foundation,” Arthur said. “I am excited about the tremendous potential for the 4-H organization and the 4-H Foundation.”

CONTINUING SUPPORT Since 1961, the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation has functioned as the primary vehicle for private fund development to support programs, scholarships, awards and activities while increasing public awareness of the many benefits of 4-H. For more information on how you can support Oklahoma’s youth, please contact Blayne Arthur at 405-744-5390 or blayne.arthur@okstate.edu.

REMEMBERING

LARRY DERRYBERRY He was a man with many different monikers. Husband.

Father. Grandfather. Attorney. State representative. Attorney General.

Children’s book author. 4-H member.

Roll all of these together and you have Larry Derryberry.

He wholeheartedly believed some of those monikers would not have been possible if not for his involvement in the Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development Program, where public speaking and leadership became his main project areas.

“I love 4-H,” Derryberry said.

“All I’ve done in my life and my law practice are the things I learned in 4-H … meeting people, working with people and talking to people. It’s pretty simple.”

The son of a cotton farmer in rural Jackson County, Derryberry said it was somewhat of a fluke he joined 4-H in the first place.

“My girlfriend at the time was on her way to a 4-H meeting after school and asked if I wanted to come along. She said we could sit together in the double desk, so I agreed,” Derryberry said.

The next thing he knew he had been elected president of the club, and his 4-H career was launched.

At the urging of Leonard Solomon, his county Extension educator, he entered his first county speech contest that year and won. He went on to win the regional and state titles as well, using that same speech, “My Cooperative.” Derryberry won a trip to Ithica, New York, where the rural farm kid from Jackson County presented that speech to more than 5,000 people. He went on to give dozens of speeches during his 4-H career and continued his public speaking efforts throughout his life.

Following high school graduation, he attended the University of Oklahoma where he earned his bachelor’s degree in history and set his sights on law school. During his second year at the OU College of Law, he made a run for state representative and was elected. He served in that capacity from 1963

until 1971 when he was elected to serve the State of Oklahoma as Attorney General. Eight years later he made a bid for the office of governor, but was defeated. It was then he opened his law practice.

But he never forgot about his beginnings in the 4-H program, and was a longterm supporter of this youth organization. Derryberry served two six-year terms on the 4-H Foundation board of directors and was instrumental in establishing the Circle of Champions, which is comprised of individuals who are dedicated to contributing $1,000 per year to the 4-H Foundation for sponsoring scholarships for current club members.

He was named a National 4-H Alumni award winner, and was recognized as a State 4-H Partner and State 4-H Alumni winner.

“Larry has always been a friend of 4-H and was an outstanding 4-H Foundation trustee,” said Jim Rutledge, former executive director of the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation.

Despite having thousands of public speaking engagements under his belt, Derryberry was known to get nervous before a speech.

He once said: “To this day, I use techniques I learned as a 4-H’er to get me through a speech.”

Before his death, Derryberry shared advice for youth who are just starting their 4-H careers.

“Every child is different. Each has their own talent. You just have to find your place,” he said. “Find those things where you have fun and can be successful.”

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SMILES WERE SHARED AS 4-H’ERS RECEIVED A FULL CAMP EXPERIENCE COMPLETE WITH ZIP LINE RIDES, TEAM-BUILDING ACTIVITIES AND CAMPFIRES.

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SPECIAL CLOVERS New healthy living camp offers valuable experiences for Oklahoma 4-H’ers

While many 4-H’ers look forward to the excitement, adventure and comradery of 4-H camp, other members experience some hardships when it comes to this longtime favorite activity.

Cathy Allen, Oklahoma 4-H curriculum coordinator, wanted 4-H’ers with special needs to receive a full camp experience. With sponsorship from UnitedHealthcare, Allen coordinated the Blast Off to Better Health with 4-H Camp.

“This new camp gave these club members the opportunity to do many things they may not have ever had the chance to do,” Allen said.

“Because the facilities at Central Christian Camp in Guthrie are fully handicapped accessible, our campers were able to zip line, play human foosball, go on a hay ride, participate in yoga, cupcake wars and many other activities that previously may have been out of reach.”

She added that while some of the campers were a bit hesitant to try some of these new activities, they were excited and proud of their accomplishments when they finished.

Not only was this a great opportunity for the campers, it also was a leadership-building opportunity for other 4-H’ers who served as Clover Buddies.

“Each of the campers had a specially-trained Clover Buddy to assist them the entire time they were at camp,” Allen said. “This is just another example of the wide array of opportunities offered to all of our members in an effort to help them become better citizens and leaders.”

The Clover Buddies had just as much fun as the campers, said Morgan Messall, Garfield County 4-H’er, who served as a Clover Buddy.

She said zip lining with the campers and participating in cupcake wars were her favorite activities.

Messall said being a Clover Buddy gave her a new appreciation for each individuals’ differences.

“I learned how to care for younger 4-H members in a new way,” she said.

“I also learned how to be a better motivator and encourager.”

Mary Lee Hainzinger, a 4-H member in Osage County, served as a Clover Buddy to 12-year-old Austyn Lee White-Richards, who is a member of the Varnum 4-H Club in Seminole County.

“I’ve always enjoyed working with kids, but this is my first time one-on-one with a special needs child,” Hainzinger said. “I think what I learned is these kids want to be treated just the same as everyone else. I also feel it is a big honor for

CAMPERS AND CLOVER BUDDIES PARTICIPATE IN “THE WEB,” A TEAM-BUILDING ROPE ACTIVITY.

the parents and educators to trust us with these children.”

White-Richards, who said he hopes there is another camp like this next year, indicated meeting Hainzinger and playing Simon Says were his favorite things about camp.

“I also really liked the hay ride, even though it wasn’t scary,” WhiteRichards said.

For the Regnier-Nelson family of Beaver County, this camp was more of a family affair. Dannie RegnierNelson, along with his brother, Johnathan, served as Clover Buddies, and their younger brother, Simon, was a camper.

“The best part of this camp was spending time with the kids who are like my youngest brother,” Dannie said. “It’s easy to be a friend here at camp. I’ll most definitely come back and do this again.”

Allen said those involved in the camp left with a valuable life experience and smiles on their faces.

“I’m not sure who enjoyed and benefited most from the camp, whether it was the campers, Clover Buddies, volunteers or staff,” she said. “We hope we will be able to offer the camp again next fall to 4-H members with special needs.”

CAMPERS LEFT WITH A TRUE 4-H CAMP EXPERIENCE AND NEW FRIENDSHIPS.

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DONOR SPOTLIGHT

GENE & ANN BENSON Gene and Ann Benson have been a part of Oklahoma 4-H for the majority of their lives.

Gene, a Kingfisher County 4-H alumnus, was involved in the swine and dairy projects. He said he fondly remembers his time as a member of his local 4-H dairy judging team, traveling to numerous contests and even being named a state champion his first year on the team.

Although evaluating dairy cows was part of his responsibility as a dairy judger, Gene recalls someone else catching his eye at judging competitions, his wife, Ann. “I kept seeing this good looking red-headed girl judging dairy cows,” he said. “Fifteen years later, we ended up married.”

Ann was an active 4-H’er in Logan County, participating in a variety of projects such as dairy, public speaking and fabrics and fashions.

She gives credit to Bill Lucas, former Logan County 4-H educator, for encouraging her to join and be active in 4-H. With Lucas’ assistance, Ann began in the dairy project by showing a

heifer calf. Soon after, she discovered her talent as a dairy judge.

“I give so much credit to my experiences in dairy judging because of the public speaking opportunities,” Ann said. “I can’t describe the impact those experiences had on my life.”

Aside from her dairy involvement, Ann served as a state 4-H officer and was a delegate on several national and international 4-H trips. She wrapped up her 4-H career with her induction into the Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame in 1965.

After high school, Gene and Ann attended Oklahoma State University, where they found their passion for education. Gene pursued a degree in agricultural education while Ann majored in home economics. Both left OSU with master’s degrees in educational administration, and Ann finished with her Ed.D. Gene began his career as an agricultural education teacher in Mulhall-Orlando public schools.

Although he spent the majority of his time working with his students in FFA, he made it a priority to guide younger youth in 4-H.

ABOVE: BROOKE (LEFT), GENE, ANN AND BRIAN BENSON ARE THE EPITOME OF A 4-H FAMILY. RIGHT: BRADY BENSON FOUND HIS PASSION IN 4-H THROUGH THE SWINE AND PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECTS. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY ANN BENSON.

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“When I was an ag teacher, I knew how important it was to get kids involved at a young age,” he said.

Besides being the local 4-H leader, Ann worked with Gene’s students, teaching public speaking, meats judging and dairy judging, she said.

“It was great to work together to serve kids of all ages,” Ann said.

Gene and Ann transitioned their love for 4-H into their family. Their son, Brian, was an involved 4-H’er.

Additionally, Brian and his wife Brooke’s son, the late Brady Benson, also found his niche in 4-H. Brady, who was born with a heart defect, was challenged in other extra-curricular activities such as athletics. However, he shined in 4-H through his photography and love for showing pigs.

“The one thing he loved more than anything else was his 4-H experiences,” Ann said.

One of Gene and Ann’s proudest moments as grandparents was when Brady’s photography was exhibited as a state winner at the Oklahoma State Fair. Gene also took Brady to his first 4-H speech contest where he won 1st place.

Following the passing of Brady at age 10, the Bensons established the Brady Benson Memorial Scholarship through the Foundation, a scholarship awarded to a Logan County 4-H’er each year.

The Bensons’ 4-H involvement also gave Ann an opportunity to serve on the Foundation’s board of directors.

She has been a valued member of the Foundation since 2008.

“The 4-H Foundation is about helping young people,” Ann said.

“I’ve never forgotten standing and saying the 4-H pledge and talking about making the best better as a member. To me, that’s what 4-H has always been about, and the Foundation is doing that.”

Gene said giving back to 4-H has never been a question.

“We feel really good to be in a position to give a little back,” he said.

“We couldn’t imagine not helping youth. It’s such a good feeling.”

HONORING OUR HEROES Harper County 4-H’ers pay tribute to veterans

For the past 25 years, Laverne Junior and Senior 4-H clubs have turned Veterans Day into a community-wide event to show appreciation to local veterans.

“It’s important to honor all the men and women who have served our country,” said Jeremy Bockelman, local 4-H leader.

As a young 4-H member, Bockelman searched for a way to honor his grandpa, Vernor Bockelman, who is a World War II veteran. In 1991, he started the Veterans Day Program, an event he implemented at Laverne Public Schools in Laverne, Oklahoma.

Since then, The Veterans Day Program grew from a small school assembly to a gathering of youth, school administrators and community members all honoring the past and present veterans of their town.

Bockelman said he had no idea his Veterans Day project would still be going strong more than a quarter of a century after he started it. In addition, he did not realize his children would be an integral part of carrying on the tradition.

Bockelman has four children who actively participate in the program.

This year, two of his daughters, Haleigh and Hannah, served as mistresses of ceremony.

To start off Veterans Day, Haleigh, Hannah and the rest of the Laverene 4-H’ers unfold and place American flags at businesses along the main street of Laverne. After placing the flags, the 4-H members pause for a moment at the Veterans Memorial and read the names on the wall of those who fought in the Spanish American War, Operation Endurance Freedom, Persian Gulf War, Vietnam, Cold War, Korean War, World War I and World War II. The flags are placed at sunup before the youth head to school to organize the Veterans Day Program ceremony. The 4-H’ers work with the American Legion, the school music department and FCCLA club to put on the program.

The program concludes with those veterans in attendance coming on stage to introduce themselves and tell the audience in which branch of the military they served. The 4-H’ers then read a list of names of deceased veterans in the Harper County area.

Carol Laverty, former 4-H educator in Harper County, and also Jeremy Bockelman’s mom, said she is proud to be involved in such a great program and learning opportunity for Laverne students.

“We just didn’t have anything in the schools to teach our youth the

importance of our veterans and what they did for our country. My son Jeremy wanted to expand his citizenship project and the 4-H’ers have continued it all these years,” Carol said. “This is a great example of the impact 4-H has on a community and a wonderful opportunity for our club members to develop their leadership skills.”

In addition to Veterans Day, Laverne 4-H’ers honor local veterans year round. Haleigh Bockelman said she, along with other club members, put out the flags on all federal holidays, and place flags on graves for Memorial Day. “It’s important for us to honor our veterans, and putting out the flags is a small price for us to pay to let our veterans know we appreciate everything they’ve done for us,” Haleigh said.

With the help of a supportive community and family, the Laverne Veterans Day Program continues to be a tradition for the Bockelmans.

“It makes me really proud to see my kids taking leadership roles with this program,” Jeremy Bockelman said. “I have a new baby boy, so I can see my family being a part of this program for years to come.”

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HALL OF FAME At the 95th State 4-H Roundup, two 4-H members achieved the highest award offered by the Oklahoma 4-H organization: Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame

STEVEN BARINGER

When her mom encouraged her to join 4-H 10 years ago, Lexie Lerblance dove head first into all aspects of the 4-H program.

As a young 4-H’er in Pittsburg County, Lerblance quickly realized public speaking was a fear she needed to conquer. This started her on a long path filled with public speaking experiences, giving her confidence in her abilities.

The importance of giving back to her community also is something Lerblance has learned about as a 4-H’er. After her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer, Lerblance was determined to create a community service project benefiting cancer patients.

In 2010, she opened the TLC Wig Closet at her local hospital.

The TLC Wig Closet provides free wigs, turbans, hats and other head coverings to those who need them.

After attending his first State 4-H Roundup, Steven Baringer set a goal to be inducted into the Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame. A 4-H member from Murray County, Baringer dabbled in several project areas before discovering his talent in the food science project and his natural leadership skills.

Baringer served in leadership roles in the Southeast District and at the state level. One of his proudest accomplishments is compiling a complete district and state song book for 4-H’ers.

“It’s important to document not only the songs, but traditions of today so they will be preserved for future generations of 4-H members,” he said.

As president of the State 4-H Leadership Council, Baringer understood the importance of making face-to-face connections with

4-H’ers across the state. Before his term ended, he drove nearly 20,000 miles to visit all 77 counties. He said igniting a passion for 4-H among many fueled his determination to achieve his Hall of Fame goal.

Baringer’s 4-H carer was centered on helping others. During his presidency, Baringer led the state in collecting more than $13,000 for the Children’s Hospital in Oklahoma City.

He also established Books for Kids, a statewide service project that gives Children’s Hospital patients a book of their own.

Although his time in 4-H is over, Baringer said he plans to stay connected with the program as a volunteer and mentor.

“I want 4-H members to know a self-conscious child from a small county can make a difference, not just for themselves, but for the future of Oklahoma 4-H,” he said.

Lerblance was honored when she was inducted into the Oklahoma 4-H Hall of Fame.

“Receiving this honor means that all of the triumphs and failures, the uncertainties and insecurities, the late nights and early mornings have been rewarded,” she said. “All of the accomplishments and failures have helped me gain experience and knowledge and helped develop my passion for this organization.”

Some of her other 4-H activities and honors include serving as a delegate to Citizenship Washington Focus, National 4-H Congress and National 4-H Conference. In addition, she is a National Youth in Action Citizenship Pillar Award winner.

“One thing 4-H teaches is we should make the best better and to leave things better than we found them. Those are principles I’ve hoped to make come true,” she said.

LEXIE LERBLANCE

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TRIBUTE TO

4-H ALUMNUS Donors present commemorative belt buckle to scholarship recipient

In 2013, Ricki Schroeder, 4-H alumnus from Garfield County, was the first recipient of the J.D. Edmonson Ambassador Scholarship.

Awarded for his outstanding 4-H leadership, Schroeder received the scholarship to help aid the cost of attending Oklahoma State University. During his time at OSU, he double-majored in agribusiness and agricultural leadership.

As a graduating senior, Schroeder’s college career was recognized by Eileen Smith and Eloise Schulz, daughters of the late J.D. Edmonson and donors of the endowment funding the scholarship.

At OSU’s 2017 Animal Science Banquet, Smith and Schulz presented Schroeder with their father’s 4-H belt buckle, a tribute Schroeder said he will cherish forever.

“Receiving the belt buckle from the donors of the J.D. Edmondson Memorial Scholarship meant the world to me,” he said. “I have been provided with a great support system through my involvement in 4-H, including the donors, which helped me be successful at OSU.” Schroeder said he plans to move to Washington, D.C., and pursue a career in agricultural policy.

ELOISE SCHULZ (LEFT), RICKI SCHROEDER AND EILEEN SMITH CELEBRATE SCHROEDER’S SUCCESSFUL COLLEGE CAREER.

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ENHANCEMENT GRANTS Innovative programs are created through 4-H Foundation enhancement grants

MADISON’S CAST INCLUDED LOCAL ELEMENTARY STUDENTS. SCHOOL OFFICIALS SAID THEY WERE GRATEFUL TO EXPOSE THEIR STUDENTS TO 4-H AND INVOLVE THEM IN A FUN PUBLIC SPEAKING EVENT.

“ANNE” Custer County 4-H’er Madison Stephens realized many new members are unaware of the different project areas the 4-H program has to offer.

In 2015, she created the Custer County 4-H Performing Arts Club to provide a creative outlet for 4-H members with a passion for theater while developing life skills such as public speaking and leadership.

In addition, performing arts also promotes confidence within youth.

The club, which has hosted many drama workshops and performed small plays for younger children, lacked funds to produce a play for a large audience.

With a grant from the 4-H Foundation, Madison wrote, planned and produced “Anne,” a short play inspired by the book Anne of Green

Gables. The grant was used to design costumes, build stage props and purchase a director’s book and scripts for the actors.

The cast performed the play for more than 825 people. It also received statewide recognition on television programs such as SUNUP. Madison said she hopes the play inspired other 4-H’ers to get involved in performing arts.

ROPES COURSE

PHOTO PROVIDED BY AMBER HUGHES, ROGERS CO.

With the help of a 4-H Foundation grant, Rogers County 4-H Teen Leaders had an exciting teambuilding retreat.

Funds were used to pay for the 4-H’ers to attend Rogers State University’s ropes course in Claremore. The 4-H’ers utilized teamwork to complete obstacles along the course.

Obstacles included climbing a giant ladder with the help of others

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and jumping off of a tall pole. The 4-H’ers also engaged in teambuilding games and activities.

At the end of the retreat, the teen leaders felt more unified as a team, said Amber Hughes, Rogers County Extension educator.

“I know these youth go to different schools and are in different clubs, so having a chance for them to come together was exactly what they needed,” Hughes said.

GARDEN CAMP Amanda Tresslar, Okfuskee County Extension educator, had an idea to generate more youth interest in gardening. With the help of an enhancement grant funded by the Hille Foundation, Tresslar’s idea came into fruition with the Okfuskee County Garden Camp.

“I wanted to show the 4-H’ers that there is more to gardening than just growing fruits and vegetables,” Tresslar said.

The two-day camp gave youth an insight into different aspects of gardening, including landscape design, propagation, pollution prevention and terrariums.

Throughout the camp, youth were

engaged in hands-on gardening activities such as creating custom container gardens, propagating a purple heart plant and participating in a fruit and vegetable scavenger hunt.

Youth also were taught how proper garden care is essential for environmental sustainability.

Tresslar said she is excited to plan next year’s garden camp.

4-H’ERS PREPARE TO PROPAGATE A PURPLE HEART PLANT. PHOTO PROVIDED BY AMANDA TRESSLAR, OKFUSKEE CO.

COMFORT CARE KITS Through an enhancement grant funded by the Hille Foundation, the Carlton Landing 4-H Club in Pittsburg County learned how small gifts can bring joy to others in need.

Club members decided to help residents of the Hope House in McAlester, a shelter for women and children, by providing everyday toiletries and necessities to its residents. These items were compiled into comfort care kits.

Using beginner sewing techniques, each 4-H’er sewed compartments onto a standard wash cloth. Each kit included a comb, soap, lotion, toothpaste and a toothbrush placed in the compartments. The kits were completed with a personal note from the 4-H’ers.

Jessica Gregg, Hope House executive director, visited the Carlton Landing 4-H Club to give youth insight about their program. Carla

Blair, the club’s leader, said the visit from Gregg helped the 4-H’ers understand how their project would positively impact the residents.

Gregg said residents enjoyed the kits and are thankful for 4-H’s support.

Overall, the club made 67 comfort care kits for the Hope House. Their service-learning project inspired the 4-H’ers to continue looking for unique ways to lend a helping hand.

CHICKEN LESSONS

STUDENTS WERE PREPARED TO CARE FOR THE CHICKS AFTER THEY HATCHED. PHOTO PROVIDED BY RANDI McCANN, LOVE CO.

Randi McCann, Love County Extension educator, received an enhancement grant to conduct chicken embryo development programs at four local schools.

Grant funds were used to purchase new incubators, automatic egg turners, thermometers and other equipment used to hatch eggs in the classrooms. Once a week, McCann candled the eggs for the students to see the embryos develop.

“It was so fun to watch the expressions on their faces when we candled the eggs and they could see movement,” McCann said.

Not only did students get to witness the different growth stages of the eggs, they also learned about the life cycle and reproductive system of chickens and how to safely handle chicks after hatching.

After the chicks successfully hatched, students enjoyed caring for their new feathery friends.

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READING RULES Grady County 4-H’er starts first public library in her community

4-H’ER BETH ARMSTRONG WAS ABLE TO TURN HER DREAM OF OPENING A PUBLIC LIBRARY INTO A REALITY.

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Beth Armstrong has always loved to read. When she moved from Norman to Tuttle in 2008, she was surprised to learn there was no public library.

Not one to sit back and say “oh well,” Beth was determined to make a difference in her new town.

After doing some investigating, she and her mother, Sue Armstrong, discovered the group Friends of the Tuttle Public Library. This group of citizens had been trying to get a taxfunded library started for a while, but it had been voted down twice.

A determined 4-H’er, Beth decided to help the group open a volunteeroperated library. In 2012, Beth helped make a quilt for a raffle in an effort to generate seed money to begin the process of opening a library. In May 2014, after two years of hard work, fundraising and determination, the Tuttle Public Library opened its doors. The library has been going strong ever since.

“I grew up going to the library every week and have always loved reading, so getting the library started here in Tuttle was very important to me,” said Beth, who is a member of the Good Eats and Healthy Living 4-H Club. “Having the ability to come to the library and enjoy books they may not see otherwise, especially for the younger kids, is important. Books help them develop their imagination.”

The City of Tuttle had a building to house the library and a grant was available to help renovate the inside.

Everything in the library has been donated or purchased with donated money. Money also is raised through various fundraisers.

Operating funds come from an annual $5 library card fee. All children’s cards are free when tied to a paid adult card.

The library features all of the necessities a person would expect to find in any library. In addition to more than 7,000 books, the library also features large print books, books on CD, eBooks and nine computers for patrons to use.

“We’ve had business people come to the library to use our computers when they’ve had computer or internet issues in their own offices,” Sue said. “Students come here to do homework. We’ve also had people come here to work on their taxes.

We truly are meeting the needs of everyone in the community.”

Even people who do not live in Tuttle are reaping the benefits of the library. The library offers a number of books on CD and there are several long-distance truck drivers who stop by to check one out, then return it and check out another the next time they come through town.

Liz Taylor, 4-H educator in Grady County, said Beth has been an active 4-H’er from the beginning.

“Beth is what I call an extreme 4-H’er. She’s active all the time,” Taylor said. “She looked at her community, saw a need and worked hard to meet that need. Beth is doing exactly what the 4-H program is designed to teach. 4-H is about education, and we know if you have a

love for reading, you’ll have a love for learning. The 4-H program in Grady County has been very supportive of Beth’s efforts with the library.”

During the summer months, the library features a reading program once a week for students in elementary school. This program not only benefits young readers in the area, but also provides other 4-H’ers with an opportunity to work on their leadership, community service and public speaking skills as they help with the program. In addition to reading time, participants also get to do a make-and-take craft activity.

Taylor said because of the summer reading program, 4-H is reaching more kids than ever.

“The more you can have kids engaged in doing positive things, the better off the world is going to be.

Having the library and 4-H together is a really good match,” she said.

Kids of all ages enjoy spending time at the library. Eleven-year-old Sage Payne is a Grady County 4-H’er who enjoys going to the library.

“I enjoy reading books about horses and hunting,” Payne said.

“I also learn about new trapping techniques and I tell my dad about them. I also like to come to the library because it’s quiet and I can read, and because it’s fun here.”

Another fun activity for older kids is the video game tournament. There is always a great turnout, Beth said.

“The Oklahoma Electric Cooperative donated funds to purchase a large screen TV for the library and it’s great for this tournament,” Sue said. “It’s also a great way to get the older kids into the library.”

With more than 1,300 cardcarrying members, the library has been well received in Tuttle and surrounding communities.

“By being in 4-H, I always knew I could make a difference,” Beth said.

“Through my experience in 4-H I had enough confidence that we could open a library if we just set our minds to it.”

BETH ARMSTRONG SHARES HER LOVE OF READING WITH CHILDREN AT THE TUTTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY.

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2016 OUTSTANDING

ALUMNI AND PARTNERS PARTNERS IN 4-H BANCFIRST INVESTMENT AND TRUST CENTER BancFirst staff continuously donates their time and talents to manage one of the Foundation’s trust accounts. BancFirst also has been a great partner in the management of the Foundation’s invested accounts and is a loyal sponsor of the Clover Classic Golf Tournament.

Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), James Dixon, John Cardoza, James Anderson and Kevin Allen.

PARTNERS IN 4-H OKLAHOMA VEGETATIVE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION The Oklahoma Vegetative Management Association stepped up several years ago to help fully fund three scholarships that, at the time, were partially funded.

We are very pleased to recognize the OVMA for their support through scholarships and for the 4-H program.

Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Dale Frech and Kevin Allen.

PARTNERS IN 4-H OKLAHOMA WHEAT RESEARCH FOUNDATION The Oklahoma Wheat Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization that receives a portion of the amount levied and collected on wheat sales by the Oklahoma Wheat Commission. The Oklahoma Wheat Research Foundation expends these funds to promote education and research in wheat and agriculture while providing thousands of dollars each year for the 4-H Wheat Show. Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Terry Detrick, Joe Neal Hampton, Caleb Winsett and Kevin Allen.

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PARTNER IN 4-H SUSAN MURRAY As a former 4-H’er who benefited from many of the 4-H Foundation’s efforts, Murray truly represents what it means to be a 4-H partner. She has devoted her life to the organization as a certified volunteer, a dedicated 4-H leader and the Southwest District Extension specialist.

After a 34-year career with Extension, she assumed the role of school liaison officer at Fort Sill, where she facilitates educational and training opportunities for 4-H members and professionals in partnership with the U.S. Army. Murray’s passion for 4-H was transfered to her two daughters, who both had successful 4-H careers. Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Susan Murray and Kevin Allen.

PARTNER IN 4-H TERRY STOWERS Stowers is a former 4-H‘er, the father of a State 4-H Hall of Fame winner and a generous donor to the 4-H Foundation. Due to his work with the associate district judge in Beaver, the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation was the recipient of the $1 million Rule of Law 4-H Scholarship.

There are many worthy groups that could have received this honor, but Stowers’ enthusiasm for 4-H led the judge to direct them to the 4-H Foundation. These dollars provide scholarships to students and will continue to do so for years to come. Stowers also serves on the executive committee of the Foundation board of directors and provides his time and legal expertise on a variety of matters. Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Terry Stowers and Kevin Allen.

4-H ALUMNA SARAH MAASS Sarah Maass began her 4-H career in Kingfisher County in 1988. Throughout the following 10 years, Maass was a State 4-H Ambassador, Oklahoma 4-H Key Award recipient and a foods & nutrition state project winner.

She currently is a Central Kansas Extension educator and doctoral candidate at Kansas State University. Her devotion to the 4-H program has been recognized by the National Association of Extension 4-H Agents four times.

Maass is a significant contributor to her community, serving on several committees for the Salina Area United Way, the Salina Downtown Lions Club and the Trinity Lutheran Church. Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Sarah Maass and Kevin Allen.

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4-H ALUMNUS CALEB WINSETT As a young 4-H’er, Caleb Winsett took advantage of all 4-H has to offer. He was active in the beef and public speaking projects, served as a State 4-H Ambassador and a National Conference delegate, and was a member of Key Club. Additionally, he served as State 4-H president and was inducted into the State 4-H Hall of Fame. After graduating from OSU, Winsett worked for ADM as a commodity trader and later for Shawnee Milling Company. He stays involved in the Shawnee community by serving on the Chamber Ag Business Committee and Oklahoma Wheat Research Foundation Board. He also is a 4-H club leader. Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Caleb Winsett and Kevin Allen.

HONORARY 4-H’ER LEESA STANLEY Leesa Stanley has been a 4-H volunteer in Marshall County for 28 years. She began volunteering when her children were active members and has continued her service despite her children finishing their 4-H careers a decade ago. Stanley works hard to provide fun activities for her 4-H’ers. One of the most exciting opportunities for her members is a trip to Six Flags Over Texas as rewards for participating in public speaking events.

Stanley also has coordinated with her local high school to allow senior 4-H members to meet during lunch in a high school classroom, accommodating the students’ busy schedules. Through her hard work, Stanley continues to improve the lives of youth. Photo: Blayne Arthur (left), Leesa Stanley and Kevin Allen.

THANKS TO OUR 2016 ROUNDUP DONORS Susan Allen American Farmers & Ranchers Awards and Moore Bar Z Ranch & Clara Davis Oklahoma AgCredit Dr. Robert Herman Orthodontics Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives Oklahoma LP Gas RM&S Commission Oklahoma Pork Council

Oklahoma Water Resources Board OSU Animal Science Department Payne County Fair Board Shawnee Milling Company Don and Pam Sherrer Sirloin Club of Oklahoma Sammy and L.D. Smith Stockmans Bank Dr. Gary and Becky Stone

SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS LEVEL I

ACHIEVEMENT

CHILD CARE

GOAT

Harold & Edith Shaw Memorial Emily Taylor

Kathy Rutledge Memorial Rachel Dockrey

Canadian County Goat Producers Association Emily McNeil

AGRICULTURE

Gene and Judy McKown Endowment Krista Carroll

Kunc Family Farms Serena Woodard

ALL OTHER PROJECTS AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES Dr. Gary and Becky Stone & Oklahoma Vegetation Management Association Anna Jackson

ALL OTHER PROJECTS FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES

CITIZENSHIP

CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES Oklahoma Vegetation Management Association & Rule of Law Endowment Tyler Satterfield

DAIRY Southwest Dairy Center Chole Holman

DOG

Lynda Harriman Ryli Powell

Dr. Stuart Ratcliff Family Adeline Daniel

ALL OTHER PROJECTS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

FABRICS & FASHIONS

Charles and Betty Smith Trey Hughes

ALL OTHER PROJECTS SMALL ANIMALS Hesser Memorials Taylor Elliott

BEEF Kunc Family Farms Will Shelby

BREADS

Wilma Wendt Pattillo & Connie Schuetze Endowments Magnolia Ireland

FOOD SCIENCE Edwin and Winona Presley Memorial Emily Vickery

GEOLOGY Oklahoma Energy Resources Board Kaden Kennedy

HEALTH & FITNESS Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives Nathan Ratcliff

HORSE Shawnee Milling Co. & Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association Keylee Frans

HORTICULTURE & PLANT SCIENCE Oklahoma Horticultural Society and Oklahoma Vegetation Management Association Ashlynn Arnold

LEADERSHIP Jerry and Julie Kiefer Endowment Hayley Pryor

PERFORMING ARTS Edwin & Winona Presley Memorial Madison Deeds

PHOTOGRAPHY Tracy Family Endowment Lauren Slagell

PUBLIC SPEAKING Fred and Leesa Stanley Brandi Moore

Shawnee Milling Company Beth Armstrong

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RECREATION AND LEISURE ARTS Ray Parker Memorial Katie Carroll

SAFETY Oklahoma Farm Bureau Daryn Herriman

SHEEP Melinda Boatwright Seth Stone

SHOOTING SPORTS

WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES

Oklahoma City Gun Club Rio Bonham

Rule of Law Endowment Jaron Mason

SWINE Oklahoma Pork Council Sarah Palmer

VETERINARY SCIENCE Chapman Farms Natally Owen

LEVEL II ADVANCED ACHIEVEMENT

ADVANCED CITIZENSHIP

Vernon and Ronda McKown Endowment Lexie Lerblance

Mike Synar Wade South

ELVIN LINDLEY ADVANCED AGRICULTURE Oklahoma LP Gas RM&S Commission Kiara Foster

ADVANCED FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES Oklahoma Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences & Oklahoma Association of Extension 4-H Agents Susan Weckler

IRA HOLLAR ADVANCED LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP Bill Doenges Andrew Daniel

NEWS & EAGLE AWARD Enid Publishing Company Montell Meyer and Ryli Powell

KATHY ENYART (LEFT), OTTAWA CO. EXTENSION EDUCATOR, AND CATHLEEN TAYLOR, STATE EXTENSION SPECIALIST, PRESENT SUSAN WECKLER WITH THE ADVANCED FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES AWARD.

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SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS LEVELS III & IV

RULE OF LAW GRADUATING SENIOR SCHOLARSHIP Rule of Law Endowment Andrew Daniel, Bryce Wilson, Danya Hook, Emily Haan, Emily Lane, Hattie Cox, Jordan Storey, Morgan Johnston, Rebecca Bagley, Wade South

4-H ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

Oklahoma 4-H Key Club Hayley Pryor

OKLAHOMA 4-H AMBASSADOR ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP

OKLAHOMA YOUTH EXPO SCHOLARSHIP

Harold and Edith Shaw Family Endowment Ricki Schroeder

KEY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

Oklahoma Youth Expo Katie Symes and Lexie Lerblance

RULE OF LAW 4-H ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP

Charles and Betty Smith Susan Weckler

Rule of Law Endowment Kylee Turner, Mitch Miller, Joshua Maples, Garrett Dollins, Kaila Williams

ALLAN & DORRIS GOODBARY SCHOLARSHIP

TRACEY COX MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Goodbary Family Jacob Sestak

Tracey Cox Memorial Endowment Aspen Schmidt

COLLEGE OF HUMAN SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP

B.A. PRATT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

OSU College of Human Sciences Keely Ratcliff

B.A. Pratt Memorial Endowment Madison Rash and Olivia Hamilton

DANA SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

MODELLE PATTILLO & HUGO GRAUMANN SCHOLARSHIP

Mary Sue Sanders Zoey Carter

J.D. EDMONSON AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIP Edmonson Endowment Katie Symes and Susan Weckler

JAKIE JONES SCHOLARSHIP Jakie Jones Endowment Rebecca Bagley

R.D. FARMER SCHOLARSHIP R.D. Farmer Endowment Keely Ratcliff and Morgan Johnston

RETTA MILLER SCHOLARSHIP Retta Miller Endowment Harleigh Moore and Hayden Moses

Pattillo/Graumann Memorial Endowment KatyAnn Dudley and Ricki Schroeder

MARJORIE MOESEL SCHOLARSHIP

PICKENS LEGACY SCHOLARSHIPS

LINDSAY AND LINDSEY SHERRER SCHOLARSHIP

Larry D. Anderson Memorial Endowment Harleigh Moore

SHAW FAMILY OKLAHOMA 4-H AMBASSADOR SCHOLARSHIP

JAN L. KUNZE SCHOLARSHIP

SOUTHEAST DISTRICT 4-H SCHOLARSHIP

Harold and Edith Shaw Family Endowment Jacob Sestak, Susan Weckler, Olivia Hamilton

FLOYD & VIOLA HARTMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP John and Julie Schurman Clayton Shires

LARRY D. ANDERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Friends of Southeast District 4-H Jodi Butler

HAROLD & JEANNE GIBSON MEMORIAL ENDOWMENT SCHOLARSHIP Sam and Glenna Ott Jaclyn McCormick

STOWERS FAMILY LEADERS OF TOMORROW SCHOLARSHIP

Marjorie Moesel Jacob Daley

Lindsay and Lindsey Sherrer Aspen Schmidt

Jan Kunze Darci DeVous

BARNES FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP Barnes Family Endowment Jaclyn McCormick and Braeden Weyhrich

Stowers Family Endowment Garrett Dollins, KatyAnn Dudley, Kylee Turner

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ORDER OF THE CLOVER EMERALD CLOVER ($20,000+)

Walmart Foundation Yamaha Motor Company

RUBY CLOVER ($10,000+)

Friends of Ron Justice Kathleen Jackson Osage Nation Charles and Betty Smith United Healthcare

DIAMOND CLOVER ($5,000+)

American Farmers & Ranchers Burns & Stowers PC ConocoPhillips Company Hille Family Foundation Lake Region Electric Cooperative Vernon and Ronda McKown Oklahoma Beef Council Oklahoma Farm Bureau Oklahoma LP Gas RM&S Commission Oklahoma Pork Council Oklahoma Wheat Research Foundation Oklahoma AgCredit Safe Kids Oklahoma Inc. Gwen Shaw Jeannie Sneed The Children’s Center The Lyon Foundation Tamara and Carl Tricoli United Data Technologies Inc.

PLATINUM CLOVER ($2,500+)

Bill Alexander William Doenges Ryan McMullen OGE Energy Oklahoma Association of Electric Cooperatives Oklahoma City Gun Club Oklahoma Youth Shooting Sports Education Alliance Inc. Caryl Parker David Parker Jim Rutledge Shawnee Milling Co. Southwest Dairy Museum Inc. Dixie and Gregory Thomas Verizon Foundation

GOLD CLOVER ($1,000+)

Calvin and Sheri Alexander Leeland and Diana Alexander Kevin and Cathy Allen

Ann and Gene Benson Dan Bomhoff Emmett and Linda Carter Jack and Beverly Chapman Clifford L Knight Foundation OSU College of Human Sciences John Cothren Jered and Lindsey Davidson Lee Denney Robert J. Herman Orthodontics Jim and Angela Eden Flaming Etc. Sheila and Dan Forbes Kent Gardner HarbisonWalker International Foundation Lynda and Tom Harriman Virginia and Don Hellwege Suzann and Nate Hertzler Jim Hall Agency LLC Michael Landoll Roy Lee and Melissa Lindsey Lucky Strike Show Cattle Paul and Nancy Mackey Bryan McKay Retta Miller Nonprofit Solutions OERB Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Oklahoma Electric Cooperative Oklahoma Horticultural Society Oklahoma Water Resources Board Oklahoma Youth Expo Glenna and Sam Ott Pawnee County 4-H Payne County 4-H Sue and Harold Peyton Mary Sue and Carl Sanders John and Julie Schurman Jayme Shelton Gary and Joyce Sherrer Spartan Education LLC Carolyn Speer Fred Stanley Stockmans Bank Stringfellow Holding LLC Clayton and Marnie Taylor The Nix Foundation The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation The Sirloin Club of Oklahoma Becky Walker Nancy and Richard Warden XCEL Feedyard LLC

SILVER CLOVER ($500+)

American Stock Horse Association Bill and Karen Anderson David and Patricia Auberle BancFirst BankSNB

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Don and Lois Bliss Gina and John Burchfiel Laura Carter Cindy and Lewis Conner Ben Costello Shelly and Tom Davis Larry and Marcia Gale Derryberry Judy and William Docking Mary and Jack Fields Kimberly Gray Grissoms LLC Brent and Christina Hague Elizabeth and Brian Harris Barbara and Kent Houck Indian Electric Cooperative Jones Kiwanis Club Kay Electric Cooperative Cynthia and Mike Klumpp Kohl’s Tracy Lane MacArthur Associated Consultants LLC Philip McMahan Ken and Dru McQueen Metro Engineering LLC Microsoft Midcon Data Services LLC Monsanto West Bred Susan and Kent Murray Oklahoma Association of Family & Consumer Sciences Oklahoma Soybean Board Oklahoma Stock Horse Association Oklahoma Educational Foundation for Osteopathic Medicine Oklahoma Osteopathic Association Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association Douglas and Charlene Peacock Larry and Mary Peck Laura Perry Phillips 66 Company Oklahoma Home & Community Education – Pontotoc County Louise Ratcliff Rogers County 4-H Horse Club Carl and Mary Sue Sanders Southern Star Central Gas Pipeline Southwest District Horse Council The Public Finance Law Group PLLC Patricia Thompson James Trapp

BRONZE CLOVER ($100+)

AC Nutrition Ag Youth Keith Albin Susan and Russ Allen Debbie Alspaugh Arabian Horse Association

Kaye and Jim Aulgur Bailey & Associates Burck and Sandra Bailey Linda and Alvin Baker Mallory and Damon Baker Bank of Western Oklahoma Rep. Gary Banz Pat and James Barnes Cordell Beacon Tracy and Steve Beck Deborah and Wayne Bell Donna Bennett Bennington Alumni Association Blue & Gold Sausage Marvin Burns Randal and Gayla Burris Cathy and Chad Carr June Cash Central Electric Cooperative Kristi Chapman Karen and Robert Chappell Beverly Chaumont Marguerite Christman Natalie and Scott Church Civilian Marksmanship Program CKEnergy Electric Cooperative Inc. Lester and Jo Clark Melba Coffman Meriruth Cohenour Marsha and Jim Collum Community Thrift Shop of Chandler Debra and Mark Conkling Meredith Copeland Charles and Natalie Cox Dorlana Crowell Sandra Cusher Custer County 4-H Horse Club Michael Dain Dairy Max Clara Davis Cody Deem Kenneth Delashaw Ann and Jerry Dillon Dollar General Joe Dorman Carolyn Dudley Nancy Dunlap East Central Oklahoma Electric Cooperative Inc. Mary Jean Easterling Susie and Wayne Edgar Kathy Enyart Dorothy Erikson Vera and Samuel Escoe Valeri and Jay Evans Farmers Cooperative Exchange Dixie and Eldon Ferrell Final Drive LLC Hughla Foreman Joe and Vickey Francis Marie and Bryan Frans Joyce Friske Bill Geer Tom and Reta Gilliam Goeringer LLC Margaret and Bobby Goss Rusty and Heather Gosz Great Plains National Bank

Mark and Beth Gregory John and Janice Grundmann H.E. Rainbolt Trust H.N. Cunningham III & Associates Melanie Hall Carl and Kathleen Hamby John and Necia Harp Barbara and Pete Hatfield Pat and Robert Heidlage Sherri Henderson High Plains Bank Beulah and John Hirschlein Rollann Horschler IIAO Insurance Foundation Jessica Jo Jantzen Sandy and Ron Johnson Betty and Ray Paul Jones Don Kaspereit Janna Kelley Gloria King Melinda and John Kinney Kiwanis Club of Ada Projects Kiwanis Club of Edmond, Oklahoma Jim and Pam Klepper Karla Knoepfli Angie and Keith Koechel Karl Kramer Michael Lapolla LBJ Rugs LLC Lindley Farm Equipment Roy and Judith Lindsey Gary Loeffelholz Sarah Maass John and Cynthia Maloy Tomas Manske Janelle and Mark Maples John and Linda Maxwell McAfee & Taft Robert McCampbell Sharon McKay Steve McKinley Rachel McLean Messer Bowers Insurance Lindsey Miner Monty and Janet Moore Janie and Darrell Morrow Basil and Beth Myers Cheryl Newberry NOC Sheep Center Lucia and John O’Connor Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association Oklahoma Land Lady Real Estate & Auctions LLC Okmulgee County HCE OSU Animal Science Department Leslye Owen Amy Parks Merrileta Periard Alline Pfeiffer Beth Phillippi Pottawatomie County 4-H Oklahoma Home & Community Education – Pottawatomie County Shelly Ramsey Randy’s Tire Alignment Dea Rash David and Kami Ratcliff Ray Family Revocable Trust

Jim and Joy Rhodes Richards Drug Karen Richardson Carl and Kathy Rieger Linda and James Riley Mark and Mary Roberts Bette and Don Roby John Roush Susan and Brian Routh Patsy and Robert Rowland Charlie and Sunny Rufo Rural Electric Cooperative Clinton and Madeleine Rusk Jeff and Stephanie Sallee Radonna and Terry Sawatzky Winona Seikel Chalmers Seymour Herman and JoAnn Seymour Keith Seymour Debbie and Ron Sharp Brenda Sheik Don and Pam Sherrer Billie and Jim Shields Patrick and Jan Shore Mickey and Gordon Simpson Jim and Mary Sims Shyla and John Slay Faye Smith Mike Smith Patsiann Smith David and Regina Sorrell Southeastern Electric Cooperative, Inc. Southwest Reined Cow Horse Southwest Rural Electric Charles Spencer Tracy Spencer Paula and Carlos Squires Mike Steele Stocker Innovations LLC George Stunkard Dan Sulivant Brenda and Steve Sweeney Elizabeth and Steven Taylor The Bomhoff Family Foundation Loessa Thompson Tractor Supply Co. Judy and Dale Tracy Victor Trautmann Tri County Electric Cooperative Tulsa County Farm Bureau University & Community Federal Credit Union Alan and Pat VanDeventer Cheryl Vaught Danielle Venable Washita State Bank Chad Webb Julie and Keith Webb Terri Webb Mike Weber Gene and Helen Weckler Western Farmers Electric Cooperative Wheatland Reading Council Wilmes Superstore Susan and James Winchester Bradley Womack Patti Wyrick

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HONORARY AND MEMORIAL GIFTS IN HONOR OF

IN MEMORY OF

KAREN ARMBRUSTER

SUSAN MOFFATT

BRIAN BARTON

JENNA MURRAY

ZOEY CARTER

SUE PEYTON

COURTNEY CONNEL

HAYLEY PRYOR

WILLIAM DOENGES

ERIN ROBINSON

ERIN DUNGAN

JOSEPH ROBINSON

SARAH DUNN

JIM RUTLEDGE

by Dixie Ferrell, Susan Murray

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Virginia Hellwege

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Jim Rutledge

by Susan Murray

by Michael D. Stuart, Patricia Waters

MARK S. GREGORY

by Shirley Hastings

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Jim Rutledge

by Ann Benson

by Billie Chambers, Dixie Ferrell, John Harp, Virginia Hellwege, Hille Family Foundation, Beulah Hirschlein, Susan Murray, Glenna Ott, Mary Sue Sanders, Judy Tracy, Eugene P. Williams

BILL FEARNOW

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Susan Murray

EMILY HAAN

MARY SUE SANDERS

SHIRLEY HASTINGS

MANDY SCHROEDER

RONALD JUSTICE

JACOB SESTAK

LARRY KLUMPP

KATIE SYMES

ROBERT LEADFORD

KAY TIPTON

LEXIE LERBLANCE

JULIE WEBB

ROSS LOVE

SUSAN WECKLER

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Sue Peyton

by Burns & Stowers PC

by Susan Murray

by Susan Murray

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Susan Murray

by John Harp, Jim Rutledge

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Mary Sue Sanders

by Virginia Hellwege

by Jim Rutledge

by Mary Sue Sanders

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ELLANORE ALEXANDER

by Bill Alexander, Calvin Alexander, Claire Alexander, Sharon E. Allen, Julie Daniels, Robert Farmer, Joyce Friske, Patty Hines, Mary Isaacson, L.A. Johnson, Michael Lapolla, Angela Majed, Janet Minnerath, Chalmers Seymour, Dan Sullivant, Barbara West

PAT ANDERSON

by Brenda Sidwell

WAYNE BENNETT

by Abell HCE Club

BRADY BENSON

by Bryan J. McKay

DOROTHY COLLINS

by John Grundmann

LARRY DERRYBERRY

by Burck Bailey, BankSNB, J. Ted Bonham, Central Electric Cooperative, Beverly Chaumont, CKEnergy Electric Cooperative, Inc., Cotton Electric Cooperative, Kenneth L. Delashaw, Keith Dodson, East Central Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, Inc., Hughla F. Foreman, Cary W. Ginter, Guaranty Fund Management Services, H.E. Rainbolt Trust, H.N. Cunningham III & Associates, Melanie Hall, Guy Harlow, Harmon Electric, Virginia Hellwege, IIAO Insurance Foundation, Charles Jackson, James L. Dennis Elementary School, Don C. Kaspereit, Kay Electric Cooperative, Jim C. Klepper, Karl Kramer, Nancy L. Krodel, Lake Region Electric Cooperative, McAfee

& Taft, Robert G. McCampbell, Jolene McLeod, Phillip McMahan, Northwest Electric Cooperative, Oklahoma Electric Cooperative, Oklahoma Educational Foundation for Osteopathic Medicine, Oklahoma Osteopathic Association, Ray Family Revocable Trust, Red River Valley Rural Electric Association, Sue Reel, Rural Electric Cooperative, Jim Rutledge, Gwen Shaw, Patrick Shore, Southeastern Electric Cooperative, Inc., Southwest Rural Electric, Charles Spencer, S.V. Sullivan, Ralph Thompson, William Thompson, Victor Trautmann, Robert Travis, Tri-County Electric Cooperative, Cheryl Vaught, Western Farmers Electric Cooperative, Wilmes Superstore

LANORA DONAHOO

by Tracy Lane

DON GARRISON

by Ann Benson

RH GRIFFIN

by Bonnie Muegge

CHUCK HOPKINS

by Ann Benson

WALLACE R. HUTCHISON

by Don Bliss

ISOBEL KNOEPFLI

by Tracy Beck, Don Jackson, Larry Klumpp, Elizabeth Logan, George Logan, Susan Murray, Oklahoma Pork Council, Oklahoma County 4-H, Glenna Ott, Jim Rutledge

JUDY McKOWN

by Bonnie Muegge, Susan Murray, Jim Rutledge, Mary Sue Sanders

PAUL McNALLY

by Ann Benson

VONDA McPHERSON

by Susan Murray

RAY PARKER

by Linda Baker, Emmett Carter, Caryl K. Parker, David

Parker, Brenda Sweeney, Tamara Tricoli

BARBARA PETERS

by Ann Benson

HERMAN SEYMOUR

by Ann Benson, Janette Cornelius, Jack Damron, Virginia Hellwege, Buddy K. Klumpp, Larry Klumpp, Paul Mackey, Brenda Miller, Susan Murray, Steven Oneal, Alline Pfeiffer, Mary Sue Sanders, Keith Seymour, Mickey Seymour, Faye Smith, Tripp Family Trust

CARLA SHELTON

by Janet Herren, Aaron Perry, Mickey Simpson, Jeanna B. Smith

DAVE SPARKS

by Dixie Ferrell

JACKIE STAIGER

by Mark Gish, Nancy Stuckey, Terri Webb

LYNNE STRICKLAND

by Pamela Booker, Sandra Cusher, Marla Ann Eskew, Randy Freeland, Terrence Golay, Rollann Horschler, Renee Howard, Paula Jacobs, Beverly Meeks, Susan Murray, Lynn Null, Michael Pate, Jana Turner, Martha Wasinger

The most enduring of all memorials are those carved in the hearts and minds of mankind.

Such sentiments are evidenced yearly as friends and family give to 4-H in memory and in honor of a beloved friend or family member.

Thank you to all those who give on behalf of others. Your care and generosity are appreciated by every party involved.

EDMOND SYNAR

by Laura Carter, Kathryn A. Hewitt, Microsoft, Kurt Robinson, Jim Rogers, Larry Synar

GRAYDON TRIBLE

by Michael Kiser

DAVID WECKLER

by Gene Weckler

JOHNNY WEEKS

by John Grundmann

OKLAHOMA

4-H

FOUNDATION

I N C O R P O R A T E D

THE OKLAHOMA 4-H FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2016

ASSETS Cash and cash equivalents Grants receivable Certificates of deposit Investments, held at fair market value Beneficial interest in charitable trusts held by others Property and equipment

$

111,780 119,086 638,602 5,605,223 2,622,730 108,768

$

9,206,189

LIABILITIES Accounts payable Scholarships payable

$

61,473 166,800

TOTAL LIABILITIES

$

228,273

TOTAL ASSETS

LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS

NET ASSETS Unrestricted Temporarily restricted Permanently restricted

76,794 5,308,626 3,592,496

TOTAL NET ASSETS TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS

NOTE: These are audited accrual-based financial figures.

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8,977,916 $

9,206,189

THE OKLAHOMA 4-H FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2016

REVENUES AND SUPPORT Contributions Grants Special event revenues Golf tournament Registration income Merchandise sales Royalty income Interest and dividend income Unrealized and realized gains Change in value of beneficial interest In-kind donations Net assets released from restrictions and change in donor restrictions

Unrestricted

Temporarily Restricted

Permanently Restricted

$ 40,656 -

$ 342,417 259,312

$

13,925 1,500 22,791 25,741

Total

71,378 -

$ 454,451 259,312

108,704 34,468 10,994 97,690 266,439

2,444 -

13,925 110,204 36,912 10,994 120,481 292,180

18,000

89,724 65,298

-

89,724 83,298

757,342

(999,863)

242,521

-

275,183

316,343

1,471,481

633,664 52,793 2,250 150,467

-

-

633,664 52,793 2,250 150,467

839,174

-

-

839,147

CHANGE IN NET ASSETS

40,781

275,183

316,343

632,307

NET ASSETS AT BEGINNING OF YEAR

36,013

5,033,443

3,276,153

8,345,609

$ 5,308,626

$ 3,592,496

Total revenues and support

879,955

EXPENSES Program Fundraising Costs of direct benefit to donors Management and general Total expenses

NET ASSETS AT END OF YEAR

$

76,794

NOTE: These are audited accrual-based financial figures.

$

8,977,916

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4-H

FOUNDATION

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