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The purpose of the Tulsa County 4-H Foundation is:

• To promote, encourage, support, assist with finances, and enrich 4-H Youth Development programs in Tulsa County, Oklahoma
• To cooperate in every proper way with the national, state, and county extension service in the promotion of 4-H education programs for youth and adults
• To do and perform all proper acts necessary to carry these express purposes into full force and effect

What the Tulsa County 4-H Foundation does...

The county 4-H Foundation helps Tulsa County 4-H members participate in a variety of educational experiences. Some of these include trips, workshops, field trips, and support materials. Other ways the 4-H Foundation helps support Tulsa County youth includes leadership development, scholarships and equipment. The Foundation was incorporated through the State of Oklahoma in 1986. In the past 15 years, the Tulsa County scholarship program has awarded over $150,000 to 4-H members.

Tulsa County 4-H Scholarships

4-H members may earn scholarships through their active involvement in their club, community and world. Through the generosity of donors, $10,000 is available annually to Tulsa County 4-H members for post-graduate education at any educational institution and/or to attend the American Youth Foundation's Leadership Conference. 4-H members may also apply for fee waivers to participate in county, district and statewide 4-H experiences.

If you are interested in helping support the 4-H Foundation goals, please contact Chrissy L. Whitten.