Gratitude, Community, and Celebration: Longview 4-H Beef Club Show & Sale
It was a day to share our thanks and celebrate the heart of community spirit at this year’s Longview 4-H Beef Club Show and Sale!
From the dedication of our 4-H Members, the generosity of buyers, to the inspiring success of the Donation Steer program, the day was a true reflection of hard work, collaboration, and the power of giving back.
Honoring the 4-H Members and Buyers
The Show and Sale began by recognizing the incredible commitment of each 4-H Member, who invested countless hours into caring for and preparing their steers. Their passion for agriculture, learning, and community was evident in every detail.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the buyers who showed up, bid generously, and supported these young leaders in such a meaningful way.
The Donation Steer Challenge
One of the day’s most exciting moments was the success of the Donation Steer program. This year, Leader Ross Lewis set a fun challenge:
“If the members can raise $60,000, I’ll dye my hair any color they choose!”
And they did it! Together, they raised the full amount, ensuring Ross will soon sport a bold new hair color of the kids’ choosing.
This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible support of our community:
Reid Snodgrass and family, and Wade and Jamie Nelson of Highwood Valley Ranch, for donating the steer.
Markus Mason and family, for raising “Donny” and preparing him for the sale.
The generous donors of the Eastern Slopes Philanthropists group.
And the final bidders, Transcend LLP and Foothills Meat Processors—thank you for your outstanding contributions!
Supporting Hometown Healthcare
We’re honored that, once again, the Longview 4-H Beef Club has chosen to support Hometown Healthcare through the Foundation as the Donation Steer partner. Your commitment to local healthcare is deeply appreciated and helps make a lasting impact for families across the community.
A Milestone Worth Celebrating
Together, over the past 14 years, the Longview 4-H Beef Club has raised over half a million dollars for local healthcare through the Donation Steer program.
That’s an incredible legacy of generosity, community spirit, and care for one another.
Thank You
To the 4-H Members, families, leaders, donors, and supporters—thank you. We are honored to be part of this journey and can’t wait to see what we’ll achieve together in the years to come.
Let’s continue to make a difference, one steer at a time!
