U.S Cellular Donates $2500 to Buncombe County 4-H Club

Company Focuses on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to Boost Youth Initiatives

U.S. Cellular donated $2500 to the Buncombe County 4-H Club in Asheville for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programming. This donation is part of U.S. Cellular’s $1.25 million national commitment to Boys & Girls Clubs of America and National 4-H Council.

This commitment will enhance the learning experience for youth and communities by championing K-12 and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) educational programs. Buncombe County 4-H Club serve more than 3500 youth in throughout Buncombe County, and this focused approach ensures the company is positively impacting the communities where associates work, live and play.

“As a national wireless company driven by innovative technology, it’s a natural fit we focus on STEM programming as it helps develops our future associate base,” says Nathan Waddell, director of sales for U.S. Cellular in western North Carolina. “We are excited to engage with our communities through a variety of volunteer opportunities that Boys & Girls Clubs and 4-H Clubs have in big and small cities and rural communities across the country.”

By collaborating with local 4-H Clubs and Boys & Girls Clubs, U.S. Cellular associates will impact communities through a myriad of volunteer efforts including mentorship, club clean-up days, career days and STEM-focused opportunities throughout the year.

“We’re excited U.S. Cellular shares our commitment to helping youth and advancing our education/STEM efforts,” says Holly Jordan, Extension 4-H Agent for Buncombe County. “This commitment will have a positive lasting impact on Club youth.”

U.S. Cellular has a longstanding commitment to the community and education. The company has contributed more than $7 million to local elementary and secondary schools since 2009.

To learn more about 4-H please visit buncombe.ces.ncsu.edu.
For more information, visit uscellular.com/communityinvolvement.

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