Cost, Time Commitment, & Required Materials
Getting involved with 4‑H is easy and costs are kept to a minimum. Unlike other youth organizations, 4‑H doesn’t require a uniform and there are no national fees. Children select their 4‑H education project so they can choose one that works well within a family’s budget. 4‑H programs and clubs typically meet once per week or once per month, although some may choose to meet more or less frequently. 4‑H programs are available for children ages 8-18. 4‑H Cloverbud programs are available for children ages 5-7.
Your local 4‑H office will help you find the right program for your child and provide you with meeting locations, time commitment and program details.
Ways for Your Child to Particpate
Inspire Kids to Do
Download the 4‑H Inspire Kids to Do Activity Guide with 60 fun, inspirational activities to help your kids grow into True Leaders.
These activities in agriculture, STEM, community service, healthy living and more will help kids gain the skills they need to be successful in life—and have fun along the way.
Enter the Bayer Inspired By Science Photo Contest
Science is a part of everything we do – from the food we eat, our health and the plants that surround us. It’s so ingrained in our everyday lives that we often don’t think about how science improves our daily activities.
That’s why we’re asking you to think about how science has inspired you. Enter the Bayer Inspired by Science contest for the chance to win a trip to Washington, D.C. to attend the National Youth Summit on Agri-Science January 10-13, 2019!
Learn about 4-H Programs
In 4‑H, youth lead hands-on projects in areas like science, health, agriculture and civic engagement.