Pierce County 4-H Volunteer
Kathy Geraets, an outstanding 4-H volunteer in Pierce County for 43 year has served in a variety of leadership roles: Rock Elm Skyrockets 4-H Club General Leader, a countywide Photography project leader, and on the Pierce County 4-H Adult Advisors Council to name a few. She was awarded the highest level of leader achievement in Pierce County, the H.G. Seyforth Award.
When Kathy took on the leadership role of her club, a goal was set to keep young people involved in the community. She nurtured a robust partnership between the 4-H Club and the Elmwood area. Through her leadership and grant writing, the club revitalized the gardens at Veteran’s Park, created and placed the UFO sighting signs, created a butterfly garden for the local care center, and annually planted more than 20 flower containers to beautify the town. Individuals who worked with Kathy have become excellent examples of caring and competent citizens.
Kathy exudes confidence and pride as she speaks about what 4-H has meant to her and how 4-H participation keeps both young people and parents involved. For Kathy that’s a true sign of achievement—working together to support the group and make a difference in the place that you live. Kathy is very proud of the fact that her children achieved high honors in 4-H and that some are still involved along with her grandchildren.
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