MADISON — The Wisconsin 4-H Foundation recently recognized partner Compeer Financial as a Green Diamond Sponsor. Compeer contributed $75,000 to support the Wisconsin Friend of 4‐H Award, Area Animal Science program, the Youth for the Quality Care of Animals program and inclusion programs that reach underserved youth.

Compeer Financial has been an ardent 4-H supporter for many years. Even with the uncertainties of the past year, they have continued to invest in the 4-H Youth.

Karen Blatter-Schieler, Senior Corporate Giving Specialist at Compeer, said she is proud to support Wisconsin 4-H. “Giving back is one way Compeer Financial champions the hopes and dreams of rural America. We support 4-H because it has a proven track record of creating successful, innovative programs that reach out to young people. They have a strong commitment to programming and enhancements to classic programs to capture the attention of today’s youth,” Blatter-Schieler said. “For many of Compeer Financial’s 70,633 member owners, the 4-H organization is an important part of their lives. 4-H makes an investment in its members, helping mold them into the future agriculture and rural leaders. The skills and activities that 4-Hers are exposed to give them hands-on experience and exposure to critical life skills, as well as hobbies and interests that make them well-rounded individuals.” 

Since 1914, Wisconsin 4-H has helped young people develop the skills they need to meet the demands of the complex and changing world. Growing out of a rich history of agricultural clubs that helped the University of Wisconsin Extension connect families to research-based advancements in farming technology and techniques, today’s 4-H has expanded to include science (STEM), leadership, healthy living and communications programming that will help Wisconsin youth build a healthier and more prosperous future.

“We are truly grateful for the continued support of generous partners, like Compeer,” said Brenda Scheider, Executive Director of the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation. “Compeer helps 4H create cutting-edge, relevant programs for young people to learn real-world skills that will prepare them for the challenges of today and tomorrow, moving communities, the state, our country and the world forward in ways no other youth organization can. We value our partners who help Wisconsin 4-H make a positive impact on our youth.”

Learn more about the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation by visiting www.Wis4HFoundation.org. More information on Compeer available at www.compeer.com.