April 21 - 27 is National Volunteer Week

April 2013

TO:  Extension Volunteers

April 21 - 27 is National Volunteer Week, a week-long celebration that focuses on recognizing the work of volunteers. 

Black Hawk County Extension and Outreach is fortunate to have many caring and faithful adult volunteers like you!  Each year, hundreds of Extension volunteers lend their support to youth through mentoring, skill development, citizenship, and leadership while others lend their support by serving on committees and boards.  The hands of our Master Gardeners reach across the county, as well.  Whether in 4-H family homes across the county, in community settings or in our office, we say “thank you” for your extraordinary effort.

Although the Independent Sector values each volunteer hour in Iowa at $17.55 per hour, we also value the relationship that we have with you and your reach into our community.

This year’s volunteer recognition theme is “Celebrate Service.”  We echo that sentiment and salute our volunteers now and throughout the year.  Thank you!

Michelle Temeyer                               

Executive Director 

Black Hawk County Extension and Outreach