When you partner with the Florida 4-H Foundation you help fuel life-changing programs for young people across Florida.
OUR MISSION Passionately support Florida 4-H through advocacy, collaboration and funding.
OUR VISION To be the recognized champion of Florida 4-H.
OUR 4-H MOTTO To Make The Best Better
The UF/IFAS Extension 4-H Youth Development Program uses a learn-by-doing approach to help youth gain the knowledge and skills they need to be responsible, productive citizens. This is accomplished through safe and inclusive learning environments, a network of caring adults, and utilizing the science-based knowledge of the University of Florida and nationwide land-grant university system.
The Florida 4-H Foundation collaborates with multiple partners including the University of Florida Foundation, National 4-H Council, county-based associations/foundations and a network of 4-H professionals, volunteers and supporters across the state.
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Board of Directors
These volunteers generously donate their time to the advancement of Florida 4-H. Click here for the full list of board members.
Florida 4-H Foundation Board Officers
Isaac E. Chandler
Suwannee County High School
Jasper, FLPresident
Ronda Ott Banner
SewGoddess Creations
Micanopy, FLImmediate Past President
Todd Bundy
Leon County Property Appraiser
Tallahassee, FLPresident-Elect 
Andra Johnson, PhD
UF/IFAS Extension
Gainesville, FLChief Executive Officer
Dean for Extension
Stacey Ellison, PhD
UF/IFAS Extension
Gainesville, FL4-H State Program Leader 
Clay Hollis
Port of Tampa Bay
Tampa, FLVice President, Development 
Danita Thomas Heagy
Doctor of Chiropractic
St. Augustine, FLVice President, Finance 
Janet Waters
UF/IFAS, Florida 4-H Foundation
Gainesville, FLComptroller 
Caylin Hilton
UF/IFAS, Florida 4-H Foundation
Gainesville, FL
grow4H@ifas.ufl.eduBoard Secretary
Director of Development
& External Relations
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Notice of Board Meetings
The Florida 4-H Foundation Board of Directors meets quarterly along with regular committee meetings. For more information please contact Board Secretary, Caylin Hilton at grow4H@ifas.ufl.edu.
Public Notice of Upcoming Meetings
Date Meeting Type Time Location Jul 31, 2025 Quarterly Meeting TBD Gainesville Mar 25, 2025 Quarterly Meeting TBD Tallahassee Jan TBD, 2025 Quarterly Meeting TBD ZOOM Oct 04, 2024 Annual Meeting Afternoon Gainesville Aug 01, 2024 Quarterly Meeting 2:30pm EST Gainesville/ZOOM Jun 06, 2024 Committee: Finance 2:00pm EST ZOOM Apr 18, 2024 Quarterly Meeting 3:30pm EST ZOOM Apr 05, 2024 Committee: Finance 9:30am EST ZOOM Feb 06, 2024 Quarterly Meeting 3:00pm EST Tallahassee/ZOOM Oct 18, 2023 Annual Meeting 3:00-5:00pm EST Gainesville/ZOOM Aug 03, 2023 Quarterly Meeting (Q4) 2:00-4:00pm EST Gainesville/ZOOM -
Foundation and Board Resources
The Florida 4-H Club Foundation, Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit supporting the UF/IFAS Extension 4-H Youth Development Program. FEIN 59-1000186
Principal Address: 1604 McCarty Drive, RM 1040, Gainesville, FL 32611
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Florida 4-H Hall of Fame
The Florida 4-H Hall of Fame was established in 2002 to recognize outstanding individual contributors to the 4-H program. Established during the national 4-H program’s centennial year, one hundred members were inducted into the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame. An additional four to five members are inducted each year. Inductees include outstanding 4-H alumni, volunteers, emeritus extension agents and professionals, program leaders, and supporters.
Click to nominate an individual
Click to view the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame
For more information about the Hall of Fame and opportunities to sponsor the annual induction event,
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Clover Society
Alumni, friends and community partners can support Florida 4-H programs with a gift to the Florida 4-H Clover Society. The Clover Society provides critical resources to address needs for youth programs and seize new opportunities.
This special giving program recognizes donors who provide annual support to give Florida's youth with opportunities through 4-H programs. Click to learn more about the Clover Society and how you can become a member today. Contact Caylin Hilton at grow4H@ifas.ufl.edu for more information and to discuss partnering with Florida 4-H.
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4-H Scholarship Program
A Florida 4-H Scholarship is a great way to support a 4-H member on their next steps in technical, career and post-secondary education. Florida 4-H Scholarships area awarded through the annual portfolio process for graduating 4-H members, with some awards also open to rising high school seniors and young alumni.
Click here for more information and a current listing of Florida 4-H Scholarships. Thank you to the many individuals, families, and organizations that make these scholarships possible for our 4-H'ers!
Scholarships may be funded annually or permanently endowed with the UF Foundation. Payment of scholarship funds is made directly to the accredited college or university or technical/trade school on behalf of the recipient.If you would like to discuss sponsoring a 4-H scholarship, please contact Caylin Hilton at grow4H@ifas.ufl.edu or 352.392.5432.
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Atocha Silver
In the summer of 1985, treasure hunter Mel Fisher and his divers discovered the main cargo of the Atocha following a sixteen year search. The treasure they found was valued at $400 million. Two of the couples who helped finance the search donated a block of silver from the Atocha to the Florida 4-H Foundation and the University of Florida’s citrus research program. Because of the generosity of Mr. Barney and Mrs. Hariot Greene and Dr. Eugene and Mrs. Dorothy Lyon, the Atocha treasure continues to benefit youth education through 4-H.
The Florida 4-H Foundation used the donated block of silver from the Atocha wreckage to craft a special 4-H memento for your wardrobe. Each cloverleaf pendant or lapel pin is sold for $28.04 plus tax and comes with a certificate of authenticity from the American Numismatic Association. This jewelry is not just a piece of silver; it’s a piece of history. All proceeds support the youth-led Florida 4-H State Council.
