4-H is the youth development program of our Nation's Cooperative Extension System and USDA. 4-H.org is maintained by National 4-H Council as part of our mission as an independent, private-sector …

4‑H programs are available in every county and parish in the US. Your local 4‑H office is your best resource to find out which programs are available in your area and how you can enroll your child.

4‑H’s hands-on approach is proven to grow life skills like confidence, independence, resilience and compassion through stages and developed through experiences, not instruction.

120+ years ago, 4-H clubs took root in a handful of small communities, where children learned skills with hard work, curious minds and collaboration with trusted mentors.

Infused with Positive Youth Development Our activities are infused with Positive Youth Development using our 4-H PYD rubric. The activities below are public. To have access to all activities and …

Find 4‑H Near You: Select your state and county below. See What 4‑H Has to Offer: View your local 4‑H website or contact your local county Extension office for more details on programs and clubs in your …

Camp with 4-H and participate in one of the great experiences of your 4-H career! Camp provides the full benefits of a 4-H experience coupled with the fun and wonder of camping in the great outdoors.

In 4‑H programs, kids and teens complete hands-on projects in areas like health, science, agriculture and civic engagement in a positive environment where they receive guidance from adult mentors and …

Get Involved Careers Find Your Local 4-H Volunteer for 4-H Mentor with 4-H 4-H Events

Held annually, carefully curated 4-H events allow teens the opportunity for career exploration, exposure to industry leaders, immersive workshops and the space to discover passions and develop life skills.