A one time or annual donation specifically to the B.C. 4-H Foundation is invested in perpetuity with the interest put toward new and additional 4-H programs. These donors are recognized as follows:

• "Accumulated" donations of $250 to $999 - "Investment in Leadership" Certificate
• "Accumulated" donations of $1000 to $4999 - "President's Club Member" Plaque
• "Accumulated" donations of $5000 and up - "Trustee's Club Member" Plaque

These accumulated donations apply to both individuals and companies. The certificates and plaques are presented to the donor by a representative of the B.C. 4-H Foundation or 4-H Provincial Council at a 4-H event to ensure full "visibility" and recognition. Each donor receives a letter of appreciation (with tax receipt) and donations over $250.00 are included in the B.C. 4-H Provincial Council/4-H Foundation Annual Report. Donor recognition can also be as mutually agreed upon, within existing 4-H guidelines related to usage of the 4-H trademarks. Usage of the "Proud 4-H Supporter" emblem is encouraged.

Use this link to view a list of the 2009 B.C. 4-H Foundation Donors

The "4-H 4 Youth Club" encourages 4-H alumni, leaders, families and friends of 4-H to get involved personally in ensuring that there is a viable fund in the B.C. 4-H Foundation. This donation is not cumulative, but can be paid through a prearranged payment plan. Donors to the "4-H 4 Youth Club" receive a special lapel pin in addition to a tax receipt, announcement in the 4-H in B.C. newsletter and listing in the Annual Report.

Use this link to view a list of the "4-H 4 Youth Club" Members

Memorial donations are contributions made to the B.C. 4-H Foundation in memory of a deceased individual. A Foundation memorial donation is a fitting tribute to anyone who has been committed to rural British Columbia, agriculture, or the 4-H movement. It is a means of ensuring that a special commitment is recognized, remembered and honoured.

How do I contribute?
Donations of any amount are welcome. Individuals and businesses may choose to contribute to the 4-H Foundation on an annual basis or through a one time only donation. Individuals may also choose to provide long term support to the Foundation as a beneficiary of their insurance policy or through memorial donations. All donations to the B.C. 4-H Foundation are acknowledged with a charitable tax receipt, a listing in the annual report and appropriate certificates or pins of appreciation.

Wills and Bequests
A bequest in your will to the British Columbia 4-H Foundation will play a valuable role in supporting the worthwhile goals of the 4-H program and will help to make a difference in the future of our rural youth, the communities in which they live and continuation of the rural way of life. All it takes is a simple clause: "I direct my Trustee to give to the British Colombia 4-H Foundation the sum of $______ from my estate."

Use this link to view a list of the In Memoriam Donations made to B.C. 4-H Foundation from 1995 to 2010

The 4-H Mission

The B.C. 4-H Program will strive to develop the skills in our youth and volunteers to achieve personal development, leadership awareness, citizenship and a sense of community in an exciting and challenging environment.

The 4-H Vision

A high profile youth organization with 4-H members and volunteers exhibiting leadership and personal pride in the British Columbia 4-H program and working together with a variety of partner organizations in an environment of increased self reliance.

The philosophy of the 4-H program is explained by the 4-H motto:

"Learn to do by Doing."