Forward Focused: FCC 4-H Club Fund Supports Future Leaders Across Canada

Dec 13, 2024

Ottawa, ON, – Recipients of the 2024 FCC 4-H Club Fund have been announced!

“FCC has been an outstanding supporter and partner of the 4-H program for many years,” said 4-H Canada Interim CEO, Hugh Maynard. “The FCC 4-H Club Fund supports volunteers across the country as they continue to build the next generation of leaders in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. We are grateful to FCC for its continued support.”

In 2024, a total of 201 clubs received grants of up to $500. Since its creation in 2013, the FCC 4-H Club Fund has contributed over $1 million in funding and supported more than 2,100 4-H clubs across Canada.

“FCC is proud to support 4-H Canada and its programs, including through the FCC 4-H Club Fund,” said Justine Hendricks, FCC president and CEO. “4-H Canada exemplifies the character, hard work, and innovation that drives the success of Canada’s agriculture industry. We are grateful for the work 4-H does in providing exceptional programming to support the next generation of producers.”

Source : 4H Canada

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