Presented by Redland Foundation

Save the Date
Friday, July 31st, 2026

Notes from Our Participants

Dear Cowboy After Hours, Thank you so much for buying my turkey. This is my 7th year doing 4-H and 6th showing turkeys. I hope to one day get a degree in apparel design and become a professional seamstress. All the money I get will go to next year’s project and college. Thank you once again for your support. – Makenzie P.

Dear Cowboy After Hours, I want to thank you for buying my pig. It means so much to me that you chose to support my 4-H project this year. This has been an amazing experience. I had a wonderful time taking care of my animal, it took a lot of responsibility and hard work. I think the Cowboy After Hours group is so remarkable and unique. I find it impressive that you can raise that much money. – Bridget W.

Cowboy After Hours, Thank you for supporting me in my first year of market rabbits. It means a lot to me! I hope I can have your support next year! – Matilda S.

Cowboy After Hours, Thank you so much for your support and generosity for me and my market lamb at the Junior Livestock Sale. This was my last year in 4-H and I truly believe that this amazing program has truly changed me for the better. I am excited to use this money to further my education at Kansas State University where I will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree in animal science. – Kenzie

Dear Cowboy After Hours, Thank you so much for purchasing my market goat. Because of your generosity I’ll be able to go to college to become a vet and will be able to serve my community by giving back. – Aribella S.

Dear Cowboy After Hours, Thank you so much for adding-on to my steer this year! We worked really hard this year and your kindness really helps it pay off. Thanks again and hope to see you all again next year! – Jack M.

2026 Sponsorships are Now OPEN!

By registering as a sponsor today, you will gain access to the annual Cowboy After Hours event. In 2025, Cowboy After Hours raised $50,000 for Douglas County 4-H Youth through the Junior Livestock Auction. Cowboy After Hours is committed to maximizing your donations to benefit youth, ensuring support for their passion and education in agriculture.