4-H Newsletter - February 6, 2023

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FEMA Seeking Leaders for Youth Preparedness Council!

Do you know a young leader who is passionate about making a positive impact on their community? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is looking for students in grades eight through 11 interested in supporting disaster preparedness to join the Youth Preparedness Council (YPC).

Why is it Important for Youth to Apply?

FEMA created the Youth Preparedness Council in 2012 to bring together young leaders from across the country who are interested in disaster preparedness and community service. The YPC demonstrates FEMA’s commitment to involve America’s youth in preparedness-related activities. It also provides young people an opportunity to present their perspectives, feedback and opinions to FEMA staff.

During their terms, YPC members can make a difference in their community, gain valuable leadership and emergency management experience, and work with like-minded peers to help strengthen preparedness and resilience across the country.

What Do YPC Members Do?

YPC members meet with FEMA staff throughout their term to develop strategies, initiatives and project proposals. YPC members will also participate in the YPC summit held in Washington, DC with FEMA leaders and other preparedness professionals to network and learn more about the field.

Who Should Join the YPC?

Students in grades eight through 11 who have a passion for preparedness and helping others, are involved in their community, and have an aptitude for working on teams and as leaders.

Spread the Word!

You can spread the word by sharing information about the YPC with parents, educators, schools and organizations, and reaching out to friends and family! Do you know a student who would make a great candidate? Encourage them to apply today!

How to Apply?

The online application is open, and closes March 6, 2023, 11:59 p.m. PT. To learn more about the YPC and application requirements, visit http://www.ready.gov/kids/youth-preparedness-council and visit https://community.fema.gov/PreparednessCommunity/s/apply-to-ypc to apply.

FEMA will also host two webinars for potential applicants on Jan. 30, 2023 and Feb. 28, 2023.

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2023 Social Media Toolkit
JOANN POS Campaign and Georgia Boot Trailblazers Contest!

National 4-H Council is promoting two fundraising opportunities in our state. Funds from these events are managed like the Paper Clover funds generated by TSC (Tractor Supply Company) events but the targeted use of the funds is varied.

Georgia Boot Trailblazers Contest

January 20 – February 24, 2023
Opportunity for 4-H’ers to share about their projects for a chance to win a prize pack from Georgia Boot valued at $500 and recognition on Georgia Boot & 4-H digital channels as a 2023 Trailblazer
4-H’ers ages 12-18 can apply at https://www.georgiaboot.com/2023-4h-trailblazers by February 24, 2023

JOANN POS Campaign

January 31 – May 1, 2023
During the promotional timeframe, customers can donate or roundup at checkout in JOANN stores to support 4-H.
100% of donations support 4-H with 70% going back to the state where those funds were raised.

Project Record Judging Opportunity for 4-H Volunteers

District Judging
This is an amazing opportunity to learn more about why we do Project Records/Portfolios. Any and all volunteers are welcome to come and lend a hand. Cumberland County volunteers will meet in Robeson County on February 16, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to judge other counties project record books and portfolios. This is a process to make sure we are sending the best to Raleigh and to determine placings on the county level. Transportation to and from Cumberland County Extension office, snacks, and lunch will be provided. No prior experience is required.

Contact the Cumberland County Extension office at 910-321-6864 or Jessica Drake at 910-321-6867 by 5:00 p.m. Monday, February 13 if you would like to attend.

State Judging
Information on how to judge at the state level will be forthcoming. The dates for the Project Record Book judging are April 21-23 and Portfolios are April 24-26 in Raleigh.

Native American Agriculture Scholarship
UNC Pembroke

American Indian students at UNC Pembroke enrolled in the undergraduate Sustainable Agricultural program may be eligible for a scholarship through the Native American Agriculture Fund.

The Native STEPS Agriculture Scholarship application deadline is April 15, 2023. It funds student expenses up to $4,500, which covers books, tuition, room and board and supplies for up to one year.

The scholarship also includes an eight-week paid summer internship in which students will learn hands-on techniques with local agriculture professionals or at the UNCP Ag Demo Farm. Recipients will be required to attend agriculture and financial literacy workshops offered at the Thomas Entrepreneurship Hub and meet with program mentors.

To be eligible, applicants must be:

Enrolled in one of UNCP’s Agricultural Science or bioscience degree programs with an emphasis in agriculture.
Demonstrate a financial need.
Have a minimum G.P.A. of 2.5.
Indicate tribal affiliation and whether they are a first-generation college student

To apply, current UNCP students should visit uncp.academicworks.com. Incoming students can visit admissions.uncp.edu. For more information, contact Megan Barnett at megan.barnett@uncp.edu or 910.775.4682 or Edward Hunt at edward.hunt@uncp.edu or call 910.775.4210

4-H Online 2.0-How to Enroll

Please see the attached letter that details information that will make your enrollment and re-enrollment much easier. If you were enrolled in the system last year, you will not have to set up a brand new account. Your login information is the same. Please reach out if you need assistance or need your password reset.

Adults, please note that in the information transfer many of our volunteers and adult birthdates were changed. Unfortunately, you will need to go in and add your actual date of birth.

Also note that you will need to determine a club affiliation in order for your
application to go through. If you are not in a particular club, please select
Member at Large (Cumberland County).

Please refer to the letter attached and contact the 4-H office if you have any questions.
4-H Online Enrollment/Re-Enrollment Family Letter 2022
4-H Online Family Enrollment Packet Information

4-H Online Re-Enrollment Packet for Youth and Volunteers
NC 4-H Online Enrollment Website 2.0

NC State University and N.C. A&T State University work in tandem, along with federal, state and local governments, to form a strategic partnership called N.C. Cooperative Extension.

Extension's 4-H program is the largest youth development organization in North Carolina. We help over 247,000 young people grow into active, contributing citizens each year.

Accommodation requests related to a disability should be made by 10 days before the event to Jessica Drake, 4-H Extension agent, jessica_drake@ncsu.edu or 910-321-6867.

NC State University provides equal opportunity and affirmative action efforts, and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or veteran status. NC State University, N.C. A&T State University, U.S. Department of Agriculture and local governments cooperating.