Elkhart County 4-H & Agri Expo Inc

Goshen, IN · Founded 1955

Annual county fair and year-round venue promoting 4-H programs and community events in Elkhart County

Primary audience
Youth and families
Work area
Education
Topic
Education access
Contact
Chris Gillam
Website Contact

About Organization

Operates fairgrounds and facilities in Goshen, IN to showcase 4-H youth projects and host year-round community events. The facility enhances family and youth programs emphasizing leadership, citizenship, and agricultural education. With $4.6 million in annual revenue, the organization serves as both annual fair venue and economic driver bringing overnight guests to the community.

What They Focus On

Academic Excellence

Delivering high-quality educational programs to develop knowledge and skills.

Student Success

Supporting learners through comprehensive services and individualized assistance.

Innovation

Advancing educational methods through research and technology integration.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$4.6M

+17% vs 2022

Expenses (2024)

$3.7M

+9.2% vs 2022

Assets (2024)

$9.5M

+22.3% vs 2022

Employees (2024)

28

-15.2% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $4,587,281 $3,660,006 $9,466,138 28
2022 $3,920,994 $3,352,833 $7,737,186 33
2021 $3,990,918 $3,038,024 $7,107,983 36
2020 $1,021,512 $1,610,048 $6,201,263 15
2019 $3,518,379 $3,029,646 $6,760,947 41
2018 $3,487,058 $3,076,307 $6,260,877 32

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identify educational gaps through community consultation and data analysis.

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develop evidence-based curricula tailored to participant needs and learning goals.

  • 03

    Implement Services

    Deliver educational programs with qualified instructors and support resources.

  • 04

    Measure Impact

    Evaluate outcomes and program effectiveness to inform continuous improvement.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Elkhart County 4-H & Agri Expo Inc

Academic Programs

Structured learning opportunities designed to develop knowledge and skills.

Student Support

Resources and services to help students succeed academically and personally.

Faculty Development

Professional growth opportunities for educators to enhance teaching effectiveness.

Research Initiatives

Scholarly inquiry advancing knowledge in academic disciplines and fields.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Elkhart County 4-H & Agri Expo Inc.

CG

Chris Gillam

Director at Large
1 hrs/week
ET

Eldie Troyer Board

Member/Past President until 3/2024
1 hrs/week
HS

Harold Schmucker Jr

Director at Large
1 hrs/week
JW

Jason Wogoman

President Elect
1 hrs/week
JL

Jeff Lorenz

Director at Large
1 hrs/week
KP

Kenneth Pletcher Board

Member/Past President until 1/2024
1 hrs/week
MG

Monica Gould

Director at Large
1 hrs/week
NK

Nick Kiefer

Vice President
1 hrs/week
RY

Randi Yoder

President
10 hrs/week
SS

Shelly Steury

General Manager
Full-time
Compensation: $110,858

Milestones

1955

Organization Founded

1955

Elkhart County 4-H & Agri Expo Inc was established to address community needs and advance its mission.

1963

Leadership Development

1963

Strengthened governance with expanded board and executive team.

2021

Program Expansion

2021

Significant growth in organizational capacity and service delivery.

2024

Community Impact

2024

Demonstrated effectiveness through measurable program outcomes.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AR
Aaron Rink Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AH
Alexandra Hicks Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
AP
Allison Pinion Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AW
Amber Weaver Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AM
Andrea Miller Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AG
Andy Gall Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
AY
Andy Yeager Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AP
Anthony Powell Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
AS
Austin Smith Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BB
Bailey Burt Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BB
Barney Beer Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
BH
Becky Hostetler Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BE
Ben Evans Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BH
Bets Hahn Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BM
Bill Mattern Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
BT
Bob Troyer Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
BS
Boyd Smith Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BT
Brad Trenshaw Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BK
Brandi Kitson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BG
Brandon Gregg Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
BH
Brett Hartzler Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BK
Brian Krider Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
BS
Brian Sharkey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BL
Brittany Leazenby Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
BG
Brooke Gabriele Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CH
Cindy Hawkins Board Member until 5/2024 1.00 hrs/week
CH
Cindy Hostetler Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CW
Cliff Wolf Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CW
Cork Wagner Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
DR
DJ Rhoades Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DC
Dan Cunningham Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Dan Sink Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DF
Daryl Fradenburg Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DW
David Williams Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DG
Debbie George Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
DS
Dennis Sharkey Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
DK
Diane Kritzman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DW
Diane Wheatley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Don Riegsecker Treasurer 2.00 hrs/week
DN
Dorn Nichols Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DJ
Dr Jason Bailey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DJ
Dr Jerry Sellon Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Dr Robert Zell Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Duane R Miller Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
EB
Emil Broni Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
FJ
Fred Jessup Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
GG
Gale Gerber Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
GD
Gary Dean Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GM
Gerald Miller Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jack Lengacher Jr Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jade Mattson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JR
Jan Robinson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JW
Jean Williams Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Jeff Culp Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jeff Landis Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jeff Lund Fair Board Attorney until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
JS
Jeff Siegel Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JT
Jeff Troyer Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
JF
Jenica Fry Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JN
Jennifer Noffsinger Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
JP
Jennifer Prough Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jeryl Hochstedler Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
JG
Jesse Garris Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JW
Jessica Whickcar Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JF
Jill Frey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JG
Jill Garris Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
JL
Jill Leer Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jim Hartzell Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JM
Jim Mattern Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JE
Jodi Evans Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JH
John Howard Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
JF
Jon Flickinger Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JH
Jordan Hunter Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Josh Culp Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
JG
Judy Good Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KL
Karen LaCounte Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KM
Karen Meade Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Kate Rink Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KE
Kathy Eash Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KS
Kathy Seltenright Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KG
Katrina Gregg Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Kelly Ropp Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Kim Rink Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KC
Kori Cripe Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KR
Kraig Resler Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KK
Krista Kerns Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LS
Lisa Stephens Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LM
Logan Miller Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LL
Lynn Loucks Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MT
MacKenzie Taylor Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MK
Mark Kritzman Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
MG
Marty Gall Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MA
Mary Ann Cross Lienhart Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MA
Mary Ann Eash Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MD
Mary Dale Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MN
Mary Nisly Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MS
Mary Shroyer Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MJ
Matthew Johnson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
ME
Mekayla Eppers Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MB
Mel Barkman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MC
Melissa Cloud Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MH
Melody Hickok Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
ML
Meribethe Lawton Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MC
Michael Christofeno Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
MW
Mike Wagner Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MM
Mitch Mattson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PV
Pam Vander Wey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PH
Pat Hochstedler Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PH
Penni Himes Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RS
Randall Sharkey Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RS
Randy Sizemore Board Member until 10/2024 1.00 hrs/week
RS
Rebecca Showalter Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RT
Renee Troyer-Campbell Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
RU
Richard Utley Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
RM
Robert McClane Board Member until 6/2024 1.00 hrs/week
RY
Robin Yohn Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RC
Ronda Chupp Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SP
Sam Perri Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Shane Blotkamp Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SE
Sharon Edwards Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SW
Sharon Wogoman Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SW
Shelly Wilfong Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SG
Steve George Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SL
Steve Landis Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SE
Steven Edwards Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SP
Sue Perri Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TG
Tad Gongwer Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TS
Ted Sautter Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
TS
Terry Shewmaker Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
TG
Tim Graber Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
TY
Tim Yoder Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
TH
Trent Hostetler Board Member/Past President 1.00 hrs/week
TS
Troy Schwartz Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
WH
Wendell Hershberger Board Member 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$121K

Highest Paid

$121K

Shelly Steury

Compensated Officers

1

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Shelly Steury General Manager $110,858 $9,831 $120,689 50

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Contact

Get in touch with Elkhart County 4-H & Agri Expo Inc

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(574) 533-3247

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17746 Cr 34 D Goshen, IN 46528