(Atlantic, IA) – Thanks to the unwavering support of the incredible community, officials with Cass County 4-H say they are thrilled to announce that the Cass County 4-H Pancake Supper and Silent Auction on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, was a resounding success!

County Youth Coordinator Katie Batemen said in a news release, “We are proud to announce that the total net proceeds from the event, including pancake sales, direct donations, and the silent auction, exceeded $8,200. This is $780 above the record that was set at last year’s event. In total, 536 plates of pancakes were flipped by the Pancake Man. There were 24 silent auction items donated by community members, local businesses, and all 10 Cass County 4-H Clubs.” (Photos courtesy Katie Bateman)

The Cass County 4-H Endowment Committee extends a huge thank you to everyone who enjoyed a plate of pancakes, donated, or placed a bid in the silent auction. This outstanding community support helps us continue to follow the 4-H motto “to make the best better” ensuring our Cass County 4-Her’s have opportunities to make themselves better with 4-H.

Proceeds from the 4-H Pancake Supper directly benefit the Cass County 4-H Program.

All funds raised go to the Cass County 4-H Endowment Fund through the Iowa 4-H Foundation. The Cass County 4-H Endowment offers grants for local youth to attend 4-H camps or conferences outside of Cass County, encouraging them to take their 4-H experience to the next level. Scholarships are also awarded to graduating senior 4-Hers and funds help support programs in the county like STEM education and Clover Kids. The 4-H Program Development Fee is $40 per youth each year to enroll. Instead of having individual 4-H’ers and families take on that expense, the Cass County Extension Council and the 4-H Endowment Fund picks up that cost for all members, making 4-H available at no cost for anyone to join in Cass County.

Donations to the Cass County 4-H Endowment Fund can be made at any time of the year. If you missed the pancake supper, stop in the office at 805 W 10th Street in Atlantic for details on how to donate. Donations can also be made on the Iowa 4-H Foundation website, by selecting Cass County to receive your direct donation at https://www.iowa4hfoundation.org/make-a…/ways-to-give. Learn more about the 4-H program in Cass County by visiting www.extension.iastate.edu/cass or calling the Cass County Extension office at 712-243-1132.