Bartholomew County REMC supports 4-H

Bartholomew County REMC has been a great supporter of the Bartholomew County 4-H program.  This year they have found a new way to continue supporting our youth!  Once again for the 2025-2026 program year, Bartholomew County REMC will reimburse the 4-H program fee for your child or children in grades 3-12.  All Bartholomew County REMC customers should simply fill out the form under incentives on the REMC website to receive a $20 bill credit per child for the 4-H program fee.  4-H Program fee must first be paid 4-H Online and enrollment approved before credit from REMC is received.

THANK YOU BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY REMC

Exhibit Hall Workers – Indiana State Fair

Join our team at the Indiana State Fair as an Exhibit Hall Worker! This unique opportunity allows 4-H members to play an important role in showcasing the incredible work of youth from across the state.

As an Exhibit Hall Worker, you will help with:

• Checking in non-animal 4-H exhibits

• Preparing exhibits for public display

• Record keeping and organization

• Interacting with fair attendees

• Assisting with various State Fair activities and events

• Releasing exhibits at the end of the fair

Through this temporary employment opportunity, workers will gain valuable teamwork, customer service, communication, and professional workplace skills.

Eligibility & Details

• Must be at least 14 years old (college-age young adults are also welcome to apply)

• Workers will reside on-site in reserved dormitory space during the fair

• This is a paid, minimum-wage employment opportunity

• Workers are needed July 31 – August 23, with flexibility for scheduling conflicts

You can learn more here:

https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/get-involved/state-programs/state-fair-programs/exhibit-hall-worker.html

National 4-H Congress

National 4-H Congress will take place November 27 – December 1 in Atlanta, Georgia, and is one of the premier national experiences for 4-H members.

For more than 90 years, 4-H youth from across the country have gathered at this event to celebrate their accomplishments and grow as leaders. National 4-H Congress offers a life-changing experience where participants connect with other 4-H members from across the United States while taking part in:

• Engaging educational workshops

• Cultural and service experiences

• Leadership and team development activities

• Networking with youth from across the country

• And, of course, plenty of fun!

Eligibility & Details

• Open to 4-H members in grades 9–11 (must be 15 years old)

• 6-8 youth will be selected to represent Indiana’s delegation

You can access the application and more information here:

https://extension.purdue.edu/4-H/get-involved/national-programs/national-4-h-congress.html. Applications will be turned in through 4-H Online.

Both of these opportunities provide incredible ways to build leadership skills, make lasting friendships, and represent Indiana 4-H.

If you have questions about registration, please reach out to your local Extension Office or Megan Skiba at skiba0@purdue.edu.