In addition to serving as a 4-H Club leader and advisory member for many year in Vermilion parish Mrs. Patout has been a trustee on the parish 4-H Foundation for many years. In this role she has impacted the youth in the parish through her fundraising efforts which were used to offset the costs of regional and state events. Encouraging and coaching youth from the club level, she trained members for competition at local, state and national contests. She has been willing to step into any role needed to support the program sharing her knowledge, time and expertise. Vickie has been recognized for her efforts with 4-H and the community for serving in a multitude of volunteer roles. Her efforts increased enrollment, youth participation and opportunity for youth.
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