4-H scholarship fundraiser

BRENTWOOD, TENN. » Tractor Supply Company is hosting its ninth year of Paper Clover, a fundraising campaign that provides millions of dollars in scholarships for 4-H youths in partnership with National 4-H council.

From April 11-22, New York Tractor Supply customers can participate in the Paper Clover fundraiser by purchasing a paper clover -- the emblem of 4-H -for a donation during check- out at their local store or by making a purchase online at TractorSupply.com. The funds raised will be awarded to NY 4-H youths as scholarships to attend camps and leadership conferences.

“Every Paper Clover donation directly contributes to the growth and development of 4-H youth,” said Christi Korzekwa, senior vice president of marketing at Tractor Supply Com- pany. “Tractor Supply customers and team members show incredible support for this program because they see the value 4-H brings in teaching indispensable skills that benefit their communities for years to come.”

Since its start in2010, the partnership between Tractor Supply and 4-Hhas generated more than $13 million. Last year the Paper Clover fundraiser, which takes place in the spring and fall, saw a record-breaking year withmore than $1.8 million raised.

New York 4-H clubs are encouraged to contact a Tractor Supply store to participate during the instore fundraiser. Those who participate with their local store are eligible to win a $100 Tractor Supply gift card through the Paper Clover Participation Sweepstakes. For more information on how to enter the sweepstakes, visit TractorSupply.com/4h.