Florida 4-H is proud to announce the induction of Henry Grant, Ph.D., to the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame.
Grant’s pioneering efforts profoundly impacted the 4-H community in Gadsden and surrounding counties. Grant’s visionary leadership laid a solid foundation for youth development programs that continue to thrive today. During his tenure as UF/IFAS Gadsden County Extension Director, Grant’s leadership set a high standard for professionalism and community service in Extension. As an Emeritus Extension agent, Grant remains a steadfast ally, actively contributing to 4-H and Extension programming. He began his career with a dual appointment at UF/IFAS and FAMU.
The late Yolanda Goode, a former 4-H agent in Gadsden County, shared in her nomination letter, “Henry was very supportive to of giving Gadsden 4-H youth engagement avenues beyond the county.”
Grant continues to serve on the board for the West Florida Livestock Association, nurturing opportunities for local youth to exhibit market animals and hosts youth on his farm.
Grant’s advocacy efforts led to significant improvements in facilities, including a new state-of-the-art Extension facility. His ongoing work to advocate for the remodeling of the Inman Agriculture and Crops Pavilion underscores his commitment to the continued growth and success of Extension and 4-H programs.
Florida 4-H Hall of Fame induction will be held Aug. 1 at the University of Florida J. Wayne Reitz Union in Gainesville. For more information or to attend, please see the event website, FL4HHOF24.eventbrite.com.
Honorees join the host of exceptional individuals inducted into the Florida 4-H Hall of Fame, which was started in 2002 to honor alumni, volunteers, professionals and community leaders. These members exemplify excellence in citizenship, leadership, career and character.
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ABOUT UF/IFAS
The mission of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) is to develop knowledge relevant to agricultural, human and natural resources and to make that knowledge available to sustain and enhance the quality of human life. With more than a dozen research facilities, 67 county Extension offices, and award-winning students and faculty in the UF College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, UF/IFAS brings science-based solutions to the state’s agricultural and natural resources industries, and all Florida residents.
ABOUT FLORIDA 4-H
4-H is the youth development program of the land-grant university system and Cooperative Extension System. The program provides hands-on educational programs and experiences for youth ages 5 to 18 with the objective of developing youth as individuals, and as responsible and productive citizens. In Florida, 4-H is administered by University of Florida/IFAS Extension and Florida A&M University.
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