Judy Corson received the "Salute to Excellence Lifetime Volunteer Award" sponsored by national 4-H Council and Monsanto. She was recognized at the 2004 State Fair as part of the 4-H Clover Celebration. Corson has dedicated her adult life to 4-H. In addition to her work as a 4-H leader, she has served as leader and co-leader of the county ambassador program for more than 10 years. The McHenry County 4-H Foundation has also benefited from her leadership as treasurer and board member as well as coordinator of the scholarship committee.