Empowering young
people to reach their full
potential.
4-H is a community of six million young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills through hands-on projects in science, health, agriculture, and civic engagement.
We partner with Cooperative Extension, a network spanning every county in the nation, to ensure youth everywhere – rural, suburban, and urban – have access to transformative 4-H experiences.
Find your path.
4-H’s Award-Winning Online Learning Platform
Hands-on STEM projects that spark curiosity and build 21st-century skills – from robotics to environmental science.
Ultimate Teen Summit
Youth connect with the land, learn sustainable farming, and discover the science behind what we eat.
Making an Impact
Programs that promote physical and mental wellness, nutrition education, and lifelong healthy habits.
Community in Action
A community action planning platform and grant funding opportunity that supports individual teens, groups or clubs in bringing their ideas for change to life.
4-H is in every county and parish in America.
There’s a 4-H community near you. Select your state and county to find local clubs and camps.
Once a 4-H’er,
always a 4-H’er.
With more than 50 million alumni across America, 4-H’s reach extends far beyond the club years. Our alumni network connects leaders in agriculture, science, government, business, and the arts – all united by a shared foundation.
Whether you’re a recent graduate or a lifelong ambassador, there’s a place for you in the 4-H community. Stay connected, give back, and help shape the next generation of leaders.
Stories of impact.
From Farm Boots to Space Boots: How 4-H Helped Launch Bonnie Dunbar
A team of 4-H members from Nebraska won the national environmental innovation award for their rain-capture irrigation system.
August 12, 2026
25 Roth Scholars Begin 4-H Leadership Academy to Turn Ideas Into Community Action
The new curriculum reaches 50,000 youth across six states, bridging the technology access gap for rural students.
July 28, 2026
4-H Sewing Camp for Kids
Three former 4-H members now serving in Congress share how the program shaped their civic leadership journey.
July 15, 2026
The Quad
Connect with 4-H Professionals, and supporters from across the country. Share stories, find resources, and grow your network on the official 4-H digital community platform.