(Atlantic) Thanks to the unwavering support of the incredible community, the Cass County 4-H Pancake Supper and Silent Auction on Thursday, March 13, 2025, was a resounding success! Katie Bateman, County Youth Coordinator, said, “We are proud to announce that the total net proceeds from the event, including pancake sales, direct donations, and the silent auction, exceeded $7,400.00! This is a record-setting amount, the highest raised at the Pancake Supper since 2016. Over 550 plates of pancakes were flipped by the Pancake Man. There were 30 silent auction items donated by community members, local businesses, and all 10 Cass County 4-H Clubs.”
“The Cass County 4-H Committee extends a huge thank you to everyone who enjoyed a plate of pancakes, donated, or placed a bid in the silent auction. Your support helps us continue to follow the 4-H motto “to make the best better” ensuring our Cass County 4-Her’s have opportunities to make themselves better with 4-H.”
Proceeds from the 4-H Pancake Supper directly benefit the Cass County 4-H Program. All funds raised go to the Cass County 4-H Endowment. The 4-H Program Development Fee is $40 per youth each year to enroll. Instead of having individual 4-H’ers and families take on that expense, the Cass County Extension Council and the 4-H Endowment Fund picks up that cost for all members, making 4-H available at no cost for anyone to join in Cass County. The Cass County 4-H Endowment also offers grants for youth to attend 4-H camps or conferences outside of Cass County, encouraging them to take their 4-H experience to the next level. Scholarships are also awarded to graduating senior 4-Hers and funds help support programs in the county like STEM education and Clover Kids.
Donations to the Cass County 4-H Endowment Fund can be made at anytime of the year. If you missed the pancake supper, stop in the office at 805 W 10th Street in Atlantic for details on how to donate. Donations can also be made on the Iowa 4-H Foundation website, by selecting Cass County to receive your direct donation at https://www.iowa4hfoundation.org/make-a-difference/ways-to-give. Learn more about the 4-H program in Cass County by visiting www.extension.iastate.edu/cass or calling the Cass County Extension office at 712-243-1132.
