County Topics
Hot Topics
Contact Info
Adams Allen Ashland Ashtabula Athens Auglaize Belmont Brown Butler Carroll Champaign Clark Clermont Clinton Columbiana Coshocton Crawford Cuyahoga Darke Defiance Delaware Erie Fairfield Fayette Franklin Fulton Gallia Geauga Greene Guernsey Hamilton Hancock Hardin Harrison Henry Highland Hocking Holmes Huron Jackson Jefferson Knox Lake Lawrence Licking Logan Lorain Lucas Madison Mahoning Marion Medina Meigs Mercer Miami Monroe Montgomery Morrow Muskingum Noble Ottawa Paulding Perry Pickaway Pike Portage Preble Putnam Richland Ross Sandusky Scioto Seneca Shelby Stark Summit Trumbull Tuscarawas Union Van Wert Vinton Warren Washington Wayne Williams Wood Wyandot
Ohio Map of Counties


217 Elm Street
London, Ohio 43140
Phone: 740-852-0975

Fax:  740-852-0744
Contact us by email at madison@cfaes.osu.edu.

 
Document Actions

4-H Endowment

Last modified 2007-10-26 14:10

The Madison County 4-H Endowment Fund
"A sound investment in today's youth and tomorrow's leaders"

What is a county 4-H Endowment? 

County 4-H endowments are permanent funds made possible through individual donations, business and corporate contributions, and fund raising events. 
 
Principal is invested permanently though the Ohio 4-H Foundation to generate the maximum interest possible. The interest income returns to the county to fund local 4-H youth development education programs, and adds value to the county endowment to keep pace with inflation. 

Does Madison County have a 4-H Endowment Fund? 

Yes. Our 4-H Endowment was officially recognized by the Ohio State University Development Fund in 1992 upon reaching a goal of $15,000. Many local individuals deserve credit for their time and money spent to realize this goal. 

Is a gift to the Madison County Endowment fund recognized as a gift to The Ohio State University? 

Yes. Contributions are sent to the State 4-H office earmarked for the Madison County 4-H Endowment Fund and deposited with the Ohio 4-H Foundation which is a part of the university's development fund. 

Why is it necessary to have a county 4-H Endowment? 

County, state and federal budgets are very restricted, and usually cannot be stretched to provide more than the basic necessities. Interest income from county endowments can supplement these budgets in addition to annual contributions to help assist with: 

  • awards for youth and adult volunteers
  • providing added incentives
  • development of new programs
  • youth and volunteer education
  • scholarships
  • purchasing of program materials

Who manages the interest earned at the county level? 

Monies generated through earned interest is handled by a five member Madison County endowment board. These individuals have a concern for the local 4-H program and distribute money through a formal process. A separate account is maintained for this purpose. 

Is my gift tax deductible?

Yes.  The Ohio 4-H Foundation and Madison County Endowment is a 501 (c)(3) charitable foundation. Consult your accountant or tax attorney for specific guidance on your gift. 

You Can Help! 

Contributions to The Madison County 4-H Endowment Fund may be made in several ways: 

  • Current Gifts
  • Planned Gifts
  • Cash
  • Life Insurance
  • Property
  • Bequests
  • Gifts-in-kind
  • Charitable trusts
  • Securities
  • Memorials
  • Corporate matching gifts

Who should I contact if I have further questions? 

Contact: 

Janet Wasko Myers
Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development
Madison County Extension Office
217 Elm St. 
London, OH 43140 
(740) 852-0975

Checks can be made payable to: 

The Madison County 4-H Endowment Board