Duval County 4 H Foundation - Investing in Tomorrow: The 4-H Foundation at Work
Youth describe their experiences with Duval County 4-H.
What is our impact?
From leadership training to hands-on learning, the Foundation helps youth thrive — and it shows in every project, club, and smile.
Your support = their success. Let’s keep growing together!
Hear from Duval County 4-H Alumni!
"I will always be appreciative of the members of the 4-H Foundation who showed so much support and made so many experiences possible for me.”
- Anna Van Buskirk-Kinard
“4-H is where I first began to see the world in a larger context and how I fit in. It’s where I came to see myself as a member of a community and not simply an individual.”
- Justin Weaver
“I would not be where I am today without the benefit of experiencing 4-H. I am able to bring the motto “to make the best better” with me wherever I go and apply it daily. I want to extend sincere gratitude to the precious volunteers who donated time and money for my personal enrichment. It is my hope that each time I interact with others, a little bit of 4-H shows!”
- Gary Hodges
About
The Duval County 4-H Foundation, established in 1973, was created to enhance existing 4-H programs and to initiate new and innovative programs in youth development.
Each year Duval County 4-H serves approximately 9,000 local youth through school enrichment, traditional clubs, and summer camp programs. Students, clubs, leaders and volunteers utilize 4-H academic study materials and complete hands-on projects in subjects such as: horticulture, animal sciences, technology, public speaking & leadership, citizenship & volunteering, health, nutrition and home economics.
Duval County 4-H Foundation raises funds to support these programs through individual and local business contributions, fund-raisers and grants. The foundation membership is what makes 4-H programs successful.
How to Join?
You can continue opportunities for our youth in Duval County!
Donation Levels
| Friend | $25.00 - $49.00 |
| Supporter | $50.00 - $99.00 |
| Sponsor | $100.00 - $249.00 |
| Patron | $250.00 - $499.00 |
| Donor | $500.00 - $999.00 |
| Benefactor | $1000.00 or Above |
You can also designate your United Way or Combined Federal Campaign payroll deduction to the Duval County 4-H Foundation!
Send your tax deductible contribution and make checks payable to:
Duval County 4-H Foundation
1010 North McDuff Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32254
If you have any questions or want to join the Duval County 4-H Foundation contact Terri Weaver.
@ - tweaver@coj.net
# - (904) 255-7450
Mission
The Mission of the Duval County 4-H Foundation is to enlist the contributions of individuals and business to support the educational goals of the local 4-H program to help youth:
- Develop personal decision-making, communication and leadership skills.
- Learn and apply principles of science & technology.
- Understand the importance of food and fiber and the relationship to the world markets.
- Learn about issues affecting families and communities and become part of the solution.
- Forge partnerships between families, schools and businesses to create a network of caring adults to better serve the needs of rural and urban youth.
Hall of Fame Nominations
Know someone who’s made a lasting impact in 4-H? Nominate them for the 4-H Foundation Hall of Fame! We're looking for dedicated volunteers, leaders, and supporters who’ve helped grow 4-H in meaningful ways.
Download & Print a Nomination Application Here!
Email to Terri Weaver at tweaver@coj.net to submit the application!
Deadline: May 2025
Details: Share their contributions, contact info, and optional letters of support.
Help us honor the heart of 4-H!
Congratulations!
Congratulations to all of the Duval County 4-H Foundation Hall of Fame Inductees! The Hall of Fame was established to recognize and celebrate 4-H volunteers, extension professionals, staff / employees, donors and others who made a significant impact on 4-H at the local, state or national level.
Past Hall of Fame Celebrations:
2024 Hall of Fame
Inductees Video
2024 Hall of Fame Program
Inductees:
| Hillary Berry | Loralei Fox |
2023 Hall of Fame
Inductees Video
2023 Hall of Fame Program
Inductees:
| Carolynne Fooshee | David Nistler | Debbie Nistler |
| Wanda Simmons | Lee Holifield | Susan Stutsman |
| Karl Simmons |
2022 Hall of Fame
Inductees Video
2022 Hall of Fame Program
Inductees:
|
Dennis Jammes |
Gary Roegner | Gary Weaver |
|
Michele Greene |
Mike Sweat | Warren Alvarez |
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Harold Jones |
2021 Hall of Fame
Inductees Video
2021 Hall of Fame Program
Watch a recording of the 2021 Induction Ceremony Here!
Inductees:
| Leslie Allen | Vera Andrews | Valerie Ansell | Tom Braddock |
| Joy Clarke | Bryan Cooksey | Bill Crawford | George Corey |
| Mary Graves | Elwood Geiger | Marilyn Halusky | Cheryl Hanson |
| Irene Hudgins | Tracy Kenney | Michael Kenney | Judie Loveless |
| Joyce Miles | Marge Modesky | Teresa Pennington | Annie Ruth Smith |
| Kathleen Summersill | Wilma Tindell | Ray Turner | James Watson |
| Judy Butterfield | Dalton Dowdy | Pat Harman | Bob Miles |
| Ernest Stephens | Doug Webb |
For more information about Duval County 4-H Foundation, call: (904) 255-7450 or email Foundation Manager,
Terri Weaver, tweaver@coj.net
