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Introduction to 4-H
4-H is a place where young people discover what they’re good at, try new things,and grow with the support of caring adults.
4-H Community Clubs
A 4-H Community Club is a local group of youth, families, and caring adults who come together to learn, lead, and grow through 4-H. Clubs are youth-led and adult-supported!
4-H Community Club Meetings
Community Club meetings are the heartbeat of a 4-H Community Club. With caring adults serving as mentors, meetings become spaces where young people lead with confidence and families share in the journey.
Youth Leadership in a 4-H Community Club
Youth Leaders are at the heart of every 4-H Community Club. They guide meetings, make decisions, and help set the direction of the club with encouragement from caring adult mentors.
Adult Volunteers in a 4-H Community Club
4-H Community Clubs thrive because of caring adults who guide, support and encourage youth leadership.
Family & Caregiver Involvement Expectations
Families and caregivers play a vital role in every 4-H Community Club.When families get involved, clubs grow stronger, and youth gain the encouragement they need to thrive.
Committees in a 4-H Community Club
Community Club Committees are small groups of youth, supported by an adultadvisor, who focus on one specific area of the club such as service, fundraising,education, or activities.
4-H Project Area Clubs
A 4-H project is a hands-on learning experience in a specific subject area such as cooking, sewing, gardening, robotics, or livestock. Every project is designed to help youth learn by doing, build life skills, and grow Beyond Ready.
Project Fairs in a 4-H Community Club
A Project Fair is a simple, welcoming event where youth and families explore project options, ask questions, meet project leaders, and sign up for Project Area Clubs.
Beyond the 4-H Community Club
Beyond the club, youth can demonstrate their skills, step into new leadership roles, and be recognized for their hard work.
Resources for 4-H Community Clubs
Youth and adult leaders are supported with tools, training, and mentoring at every level. From ready-to-use project guides to leadership handbooks, a library of resources are available to help clubs succeed.
