Arkansas 4-H Hall of Fame
The Arkansas 4-H Hall of Fame recognizes truly outstanding 4-H Teen Stars who have achieved at the highest level and have contributed to making Arkansas 4-H a dynamic and well-known organization. Applications can be submitted by the 4-H'er (or former 4-H'er) or County Extension staff. The application must be accompanied by a recommendation letter from their county extension staff. Complete applications are due on March 15 or the first business day following to the 4-H state office.
Eligibility:
- Be an Arkansas 4-H Teen Star.
- Be at least a high school senior at the time of nomination. 4-H'ers may be nominated two additional years after their last year of 4-H eligibility. This means that 4-H members who have had their 19th birthday in the current year end 4-H eligibility on December 31, but will be eligible for Hall of Fame nomination the next March 15, and the following March 15.
- Be a 4-H member who has been active and has achieved at the highest level in the club, county, and state. National achievements are not a requirement but will be considered.
- Be a 4-H member who has used personal 4-H accomplishments to help others achieve.
- Be a 4-H member who has provided outstanding leadership to 4-H and made significant contribution to the 4-H program at the club, county, and state level.
- Be a 4-H member who has shown a strong commitment to 4-H.
- Be a 4-H member who has never been found in violation of the Arkansas 4-H Code of Conduct by the Review Board.
Hall of Fame Information Sheet
2022 Inductees
Rob Phillips, Arkansas County
Rob is a 3rd generation 4-H'er that started attending club meetings at 6 weeks old!
He is constantly inviting new families to experience 4-H across his county, state,
and even nation. Rob has served many leadership roles at multiple levels. As a Teen
Star, Ambassador, Video Crew member, and State Officer, Rob promotes 4-H across the
state.
Rob has a service mindset for the younger 4-H generation. As a camp counselor since 2018, he is a fun and energetic counselor and advisor for the campers.
Rob hasn’t slowed down and has been described as the most traveled person in Arkansas Extension this year. He is not a stranger to anyone, at any event he attends, he strives to meet everyone at the event and build connections. He has represented Arkansas 4-H at National 4-H Congress, National Farm Bureau Convention, Southern Region Teen Leaders Conference, and as a spokesperson for the National Tech Changemaker team.
Rob will go anywhere or do anything to promote Arkansas 4-H.
Faith Fritch, Benton County
Faith started attending 4-H meetings just as she turned 9 years old. Throughout her
4-H career, Faith has grown through many club, county, and state leadership roles.
From the shy new 4-H'er she became a calm and confident leader across the state. As
a teen star, ambassador, and state officer for two years, she has had a lasting impact
for 4-H'ers across the state. As a leader Faith strives to be a good role model and
someone that other 4-H'ers would be proud of to look up to. She has represented Arkansas
4-H at American Farm Bureau, Arkansas Farm Bureau, National 4-H Congress and more.
Faith is described as diverse. Her project areas spanned from horses, shooting sports, and arts and humanities. She is a constant for younger 4-H'ers to grow and expand their knowledge in different project areas. Faith has a gentle way of helping others to refine techniques and project information.
Faith lives up to the character definition. She is a rule follower, likes structure and a plan, but she can also adapt to change. And even though living hours away from her home county, continues to serve local 4-H clubs.
She has continued her 4-H impact throughout camp experience. She not only served as a camp counselor for many years, but also is serving as one of the 4-H interns for the camp program this year. Faith has a special love for camp songs and shares these songs with many that they meet. This passion for singing even took her to sing the national anthem at various events including Arkansas Farm Bureau.
Faith has a commitment to 4-H and has always put 4-H as a priority. Even starting a new club in their county. She explains 4-H as something for everyone!
