Success StoryAccess and Equity
Access and Equity
Author: Elijah Wilson
Planning Unit: Cumberland County CES
Major Program: Camping
Plan of Work: 4-H Youth Development
Outcome: Initial Outcome
Summer is not summer without 4-H Camp. However, for one 4-H member to attend 4-H Camp in the summer of 2021, the cost is $240 plus transportation. In the spring 2021, the Cumberland County Extension District Board and Cumberland County 4-H Council made a commitment to make 4-H Camp affordable for all youth. The Cumberland County Extension District Board voted to provide the maximum allowed contribution towards each 4-H member’s camp fee ($180 per member) and the Cumberland County 4-H Council voted to provide the remaining funds.
The funding decisions were made in response to obstacles that have prevented individuals with access and equity issues from attending camp, including groups who are marginalized because of race, language, economic status and other key factors. The Cumberland County 4-H Council receives all its funding from grant, donations, and fundraisers led by volunteers. As stated by UK President Eli Capilouto, addressing access and equity requires commitment. It requires partnership. (2021). Due to the funding all camp spots allotted for Cumberland County (36) were filled before school was out for summer. Cumberland County does not attend 4-H Camp until July 26.
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