Florida 4-H Hall of Fame

Warren E. Schmidt

Warren E. Schmidt is a retired Senior Officer (Youth Programs) of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations in Rome, Italy.  He was a 4-H member in his youth and served as a leader in Wisconsin, Ohio and Florida. Schmidt had a tremendous worldwide impact developing programs, attaining resources, and serving as role model for youth. Schmidt was a great help in planning and implementing 4-H volunteer training and teen recreational leadership training. He chaired the 4-H county coordinating committee and served on its 4-H Foundation board for many years. He brought his worldwide experience to Florida and made 4-H’ers globally aware. He has truly served as a 4-H Ambassador to the world. “I have devoted my whole life to 4-H. I believe strongly in all that 4-H has to offer youth, adults, communities and our world. I strongly support learning by doing, citizenship, leadership, and strengthening the quality of life for all,” he said.