2025 Candace Norman Service Award Winners
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Collapse ▲The 2025 Candace Norman Youth and Adult Service Awards were presented during the opening ceremonies of the NC State 4-H Horse Show on July 11.
Sponsored by the North Central District, these awards honor the memory of Candace Norman, a long-time volunteer for both the NC 4-H Horse Program and Orange County. They are given annually to a 4-H youth member and adult volunteer who demonstrate true dedication to the morals and characteristics of 4-H. These awards recognize a well-rounded person who strives to make their community a better place through their example and leadership.
YOUTH WINNER
Union County 4-H’er Blake Garber was the recipient of the youth volunteer award. Blake is a dedicated Union County 4-H’er whose commitment to community service and youth mentorship has left a strong and lasting impact. Blake embodies the spirit of hands to larger service. He has contributed to numerous 4-H community service projects over the years-both through his individual efforts and as part of his 4-H clubs: His club, Young Riders, has organized animal shelter donation drives and supported hurricane relief efforts. Blake actively participated in these efforts, as well as volunteer efforts in his other club, teen council. He also assists with the Union County Cloverbud program. He helps lead activities, engages the youth in positive ways, and ensures that every child feels seen and included. His natural ability to mentor and his willingness to serve across age groups truly stand out. From animal welfare projects to hurricane relief, from summer camps to youth development programming, Blake is the kind of young person who shows up-consistently and wholeheartedly. He volunteers not for recognition, but because he truly believes in helping others and building a stronger community.
ADULT WINNER
Wake County 4-H Volunteer leader Beth Morgan was presented with the 2025 Candace Norman Adult Volunteer Award. Beth has been involved with the 4-H Horse Program for over 40 years as a 4-H’er and volunteer leader. Her involvement in the Wake County 4-H Program stems back into the late 90’s as a volunteer leader and as a member of the Wake County 4-H Horse Council. Currently, Beth supports the 4-H Horse Program at the District and State levels, coaching teams in the Hippology, Horse Bowl and Judging contests. Her success in guiding teams to win in hippology at the State, Regional and National levels has gained her the title of “Queen of Hippology”! There are too many State, Regional and National wins to count, with Beth as the coach of the NC 4-H traveling teams. Beth has moved to the Virgina area, around Lake Gaston, but continues to stay involved with the
Wake County 4-H Horse Program. She has devoted countless hours of time teaching youth both in person and via Zoom. Her hardworking, kind, and patient attitude are unmatched. She is not someone who seeks the spotlight, yet her contributions are impossible to miss. Beth has a gift for bringing out the best in others, and her presence creates an environment where growth, respect, and excellence thrive.
