Tractor Supply, 4-H Partner for Fall Paper Clover Campaign
October 03 2017 - 10:52AM
Tractor Supply Company, the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the
United States, will continue its successful partnership with
National 4-H Council by hosting its semi-annual Paper Clover
fundraiser for 4-H students nationwide. The in-store donation event
will be held October 4–15.
Tractor Supply customers can participate in the Fall 2017 Paper
Clover Campaign by purchasing paper clover emblems during checkout.
Donations, which begin at $1 and have no cap, fund scholarships
that send 4-H youth to 4-H camps, conferences and development
programs where they learn everything from animal care to civic
leadership.
“We created the Paper Clover fundraiser because we know how
important local 4-H groups are to protecting a way of life that’s
built around community and service,” said Christi Korzekwa, senior
vice president of marketing at Tractor Supply Company.
National 4-H Council and Tractor Supply have worked closely
together to provide 4-H members with the tools they need for
success. Their partnership has yielded more than $11 million to
support 4-H programming since 2010. Earlier this year, the Spring
2017 Paper Clover Campaign raised nearly $825,000, resulting in
16,301 scholarships awarded to youth attending camps or other
leadership experiences.
Individual 4-H clubs are encouraged to participate at their
local Tractor Supply stores during the fundraiser. Many groups will
hold bake sales, car washes and other activities to help boost
donations. For example, the dedication of 4-H students in
Timpoochee, Florida allowed them to attend a local 4-H camp where
they learned new skills, including archery, sports fishing,
kayaking, snorkeling, cooking and more. In Columbia, Tennessee, 4-H
students learned about animal care and participated in a variety of
team-building and leadership activities at camp.
“We could not be more thankful to the Tractor Supply customers
who have helped make Paper Clover such a successful event over the
past eight years,” said Jennifer Sirangelo, president and CEO of
National 4-H Council. “Every clover sold contributes directly to an
amazing 4-H experience for youth who may have otherwise not had the
opportunity. “
For more information about the Fall 2017 Paper Clover Campaign,
please visit http://www.tractorsupply.com/4h.
About Tractor Supply CompanyFounded in 1938,
Tractor Supply Company is the largest rural lifestyle retail store
chain in the United States. At July 1, 2017, the Company operated
1,630 Tractor Supply stores in 49 states and an e-commerce website
at www.tractorsupply.com. Tractor Supply stores are focused on
supplying the lifestyle needs of recreational farmers and ranchers
and others who enjoy the rural lifestyle, as well as tradesmen and
small businesses. Stores are located primarily in towns outlying
major metropolitan markets and in rural communities. The Company
offers the following comprehensive selection of merchandise: (1)
equine, livestock, pet and small animal products, including items
necessary for their health, care, growth and containment; (2)
hardware, truck, towing and tool products; (3) seasonal products,
including heating, lawn and garden items, power equipment, gifts
and toys; (4) work/recreational clothing and footwear; and (5)
maintenance products for agricultural and rural use.
Tractor Supply Company also owns and operates Petsense, a
small-box pet specialty supply retailer focused on meeting the
needs of pet owners, primarily in small and mid-size communities,
and offering a variety of pet products and services. At July 1,
2017, the Company operated 160 Petsense stores in 26 states. For
more information on Petsense, visit www.petsense.com.
About 4-H4-H, the nation’s largest youth
development organization, grows confident young people who are
empowered for life today and prepared for career tomorrow. 4-H
programs empower nearly six million young people across the U.S.
through experiences that develop critical life skills. 4-H is the
youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension
System and USDA, and serves every county and parish in the U.S.
through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3000
local Extension offices. Globally, 4-H collaborates with
independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries.
The research-backed 4-H experience grows young people who are four
times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times
more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be
civically active; and two times more likely to participate in STEM
programs. Learn more about 4-H at www.4-H.org.
Contact:Evan Boyer(615) 385-1100
x2307eboyer@gsandf.com
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