Nebraska 4-H Foundation

The Nebraska 4-H Foundation is a nonprofit organization that supports the Nebraska 4-H Youth Development Program by soliciting and managing contributions to enhance educational opportunities for young people. However, it appears that the EIN provided in the query, 383887407, does not match the organization in question, as the Nebraska 4-H Foundation's EIN is reported as 47-0469703.[1][4] Therefore, the content below pertains to the correctly identified Nebraska 4-H Foundation with EIN 47-0469703.

Mission

The mission of the Nebraska 4-H Foundation is to seek and manage contributions that meet the needs and advance the interests of Nebraska 4-H Club work, maintaining 4-H camps and centers for educational and recreational purposes.[1][4]

Overview

Founded in 1958, the Nebraska 4-H Foundation plays a critical role in supporting the educational efforts of 4-H programs across the state. The foundation funds new and existing programs at county, district, and state levels through annual grants. These grants support innovative projects, address local needs, and pilot new initiatives.[4]

Programs and Impact

The foundation supports various program areas, including teen and adult leadership education, volunteer programs, member recognition, project clinics, camps, counselor training, teen leader clubs, livestock, and non-livestock events. The Nebraska 4-H program itself is part of a broader national effort, focusing on positive youth development by providing hands-on learning experiences in areas such as health, science, agriculture, and citizenship.[3][5] The 4-H approach emphasizes the development of life skills like resilience, confidence, adaptability, leadership, and personal growth.[3]

Operations

As a 501(c)(3) public charity, the Nebraska 4-H Foundation relies on donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations throughout Nebraska and beyond to fulfill its mission. Public funding supports core program needs but cannot cover all expenses, particularly awards, incentives, recognition, and volunteer development initiatives.[4]

Governance and Leadership

The foundation is led by an executive director and governed by a board of directors that includes community leaders and representatives from various sectors. The board ensures a formal orientation for new members and maintains transparency through regular reviews of conflict-of-interest policies.[1]