ABOUT 4-H
Illinois 4-H prepares youth to solve Illinois' problems by producing the leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, stewards, and builders we need. 4-H builds good leaders by giving them safe environments to practice all the skills needed to be successful leaders.
In 4-H, you get to be you! We welcome everyone from all backgrounds, with all interests, wherever you live. We'll help you learn more about the things you like to do. We'll provide opportunities for you to meet mentors and kids who share your interests. Travel to exciting new places. Check out careers. Explore the world around you while you build up the community where you live. All that and more awaits you in Illinois 4-H. Tell us a little bit more about your interests in the form below and someone from your local Extension Office will reach out to connect you with next steps to register and find the 4-H experience that's right for you!
Who can join 4-H?
4-H is the place for all Illinois kids and teens ages 5-18 where you belong and are part of a community!
What is 4-H?
Illinois 4-H is the largest out-of-school youth organization in Illinois, where youth “learn by doing” with fun, hands-on activities that teach skills youth can use now and in the future!
What do you do in a 4-H club meeting?
Meetings are so much more than just meetings! Members are given the opportunity to learn and practice decision-making in group situations. 4-H members attend their club's meetings, and their grown-ups are encouraged to come as well ... 4-H is a family affair! Members plan and carry out what they want to do as a group.A club meeting has four parts with definite activities in each part and meetings are run using parliamentary procedure.Opening: Call to order, Pledge of Allegiance and 4-H PledgeBusiness: Roll call, secretary's report, treasurer’s report, committee reports, old business and new businessEducation: Program, demonstrations, talks and guest speakersFun: Recreation, songs, skits, refreshments and entertainment
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*As reported from a 10-year 4-H Study of Positive Youth Development.
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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 partner to the Cooperative Extension System. As an independent, 501 (c)3 charitable organization, National 4-H Council does not direct or implement 4-H programs at the state or local level.
Federal Tax ID: 36-2862206 | Combined Federal Campaign 11119 | 4-H is a 501(c)(3) organization
