Support SC's Spice Girls at 4-H Nationals!
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Hi! We are the Florence County Spice Girls 4-H Culinary Arts Team. We are respectfully requesting your support as we represent the entire state of South Carolina and Florence County at the National 4-H Food Challenge in Texas this fall.
Our team earned 1st Place at the SC 4-H State Food Challenge 2025, showcasing exceptional culinary skills, leadership, and teamwork. We worked hard and won the top spot for our entire state. Now, we’re headed to compete nationally at the State Fair of Texas from September 28–October 1, 2025.
About the Florence County Spice Girls
Our team exemplifies the very best of 4-H values and youth development:
- Culinary Excellence: Demonstrating strong knowledge in nutrition, safety, and food science
- Leadership Skills: Working under pressure and as a team to achieve common goals
- Community Engagement: Promoting healthy eating habits and wellness across Florence and Horry Counties
- Academic Balance: Excelling in both school and 4-H responsibilities
- Character Development: Living out the 4-H motto: “Head, Heart, Hands, and Health”
Why This Competition Matters:
Participating in the National 4-H Food Challenge will offer these youth:
- The chance to represent South Carolina on a national platform
- Exposure to career paths in culinary arts, nutrition, and agriculture
- Opportunities to network with peers and industry professionals
- Life-changing experiences that develop confidence, leadership, and citizenship
How You Can Help
The estimated cost for our team to attend is $4,500, covering:
- Travel and transportation to Texas
- Hotel accommodations and meals
- Registration and competition materials
- Culinary supplies and tools
Recognition for Your Support
As a sponsor, you will receive:
- Recognition in media, social media, and press releases
- Acknowledgment on team uniforms, banners, and materials
- Appreciation at community events and presentations
- Opportunities for future partnerships with Florence County 4-H
- Your Investment in the Future
Your sponsorship supports more than just a trip—it is an investment in:
- The future of South Carolina’s youth
- The growth of our state’s culinary and agricultural industries
- The development of leaders, innovators, and healthy citizens
We are so grateful for your support, donations and sharing of this fundraiser. Our team could not do this without you!
Organizer and beneficiary
Freddricka Pressley
Beneficiary