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 Participate
Inspire Kids to Do
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Donate to 4-H
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Join the 4-H Alumni Community
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This is 4-H
For more than 100 years, 4‑H has been welcoming kids of all beliefs and backgrounds, giving them a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and communities better.
Learn about 4-H Programs
In 4‑H, nearly 6 million kids complete hands-on projects in areas like health, STEM, agriculture and civic engagement through school and community clubs, school programs and 4‑H camps.