RESOURCES

Wyoming 4-H Foundation

a group of people wearing gold shirts stand on a football field in the shape of a 4-H clover
The Wyoming 4-H Foundation is a non-profit corporation in Wyoming. The foundation is the one and only official state organization sanctioned to financially support 4-H programs and education in Wyoming. The foundation is responsible for providing incentives and recognition for 4-H members and leaders. It also assists in providing educational opportunities for 4-H members and leaders; creates favorable public relations for 4-H throughout the state; and provides support to the 4-H programs in all 23 Wyoming counties and the Wind River Reservation.
 
The Wyoming 4-H Foundation maintains relationships with the private sector for funds and other resources to support the many needs of the Wyoming 4-H program. Wyoming State 4-H Foundation donors contribute through gifts of cash, stocks/bonds , real property and in kind donations.

Danish Ribbon System

The Danish Ribbon System is a standards-based evaluation method used in 4-H and livestock competitions to assess participants based on set criteria rather than direct competition. It uses blue, red, and white ribbons to indicate levels of achievement—blue for excellence, red for satisfactory performance, and white for areas needing improvement. This system promotes constructive feedback, personal growth, and skill development, making it a valuable tool in youth education and competitions.