4-H connects young people and adults to communities. You can make a positive impact with 4-H no matter what stage of life you are in.
Join a Club
Go To Camp
Participate at School
4-H believes young people learn best by doing. With guidance from a mentor, youth can explore their sparks in life and create their 4-H journey. No matter your budget, schedule, or passion, there is a 4-H program for you!
Ready to learn more about 4-H clubs and programs in your area? Want to begin your journey as a 4-H member?
All youth ages 5 to 19 are welcome to join and learn with 4-H.
Please contact your local 4-H county program to discover the innovative 4-H programs happening near you and learn how to get involved.
4-H Cloverbuds
The 4-H Cloverbud program is designed specifically to help young people ages 5 to 9 grow and thrive. The primary focus are activities that encourage exploration and cooperative learning.
In order to encourage personal development, safety, and participation, there are a few differences between the 4-H Cloverbud program and 4-H club project program.
4-H Cloverbuds do not participate in competitive events and are not allowed to have direct project based activities with large animals. 4-H Cloverbud clubs do not elect officers. 4-H Cloverbuds are allowed to showcase their skills in displays and events that award participation efforts.
Grow with 4-H
4-H: A Family Program
OSU Extension Catalog
This publication provides an introduction to what it means to become a 4-H family. It describes expectations and responsibilities for 4-H members and their families and explains the support role of Extension in the 4-H Youth Development program.
Facts About 4-H
OSU Extension Catalog
This is an introductory 4-H publication designed to help new members, parents, and volunteers understand basic information about Oregon 4-H, including the program's mission, educational philosophy, and history.
4-H Welcomes You/Bienvenidos
OSU Extension Catalog
Comic-style book in English and Spanish about the benefits of joining 4-H.You Make the Best Better!
Become a 4-H Volunteer
A caring and supportive relationship with an adult is a critical component of the 4-H youth development program. 4-H youth thrive because of you!
Do you have a passion and willingness to share it? Do you enjoy cooking? Sewing? Working with pets or livestock? What about robotics? Please contact your local 4-H county program to discover the innovative 4-H programs happening near you and learn how to get involved.
Collegiate 4-H
Did you know that 4-H fun and learning does not stop when you graduate high school? You can continue to give back to your community, further develop your leadership skills, and stay involved in the 4-H program as an undergraduate in college!
Oregon State Collegiate 4-H is a community service and leadership based club open to all OSU undergraduates. The OSU Collegiate 4-H Chapter began in 1929 and has a long and proud history here at Oregon State University.
Alumni
Were you involved in 4-H when you were growing up? Please join the growing and thriving 4-H Alumni community! Stay connected to National and Oregon 4-H programs by raising your hand!
4-H Youth and Volunteer Enrollment Forms
2018 4-H Year
The 2018 4-H Year runs October 1, 2017 - September 30, 2018.
Before using this forms to begin your 4-H journey, please contact your local 4-H county program first.
Youth Enrollment Packet
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
This packet includes 4-H member enrollment form, youth code of conduct, acknowledgement of risk and waiver of liability, and health form.Member Enrollment Packet in Spanish
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
4-H Member Enrollment Packet in SpanishAdult Volunteer Enrollment Packet
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
4-H Adult Volunteer Enrollment PacketAdult Volunteer Enrollment Packet in Spanish
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
4-H Adult Volunteer Enrollment Packet in SpanishOregon 4-H Volunteer Application
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
This resource contains the important steps on how to become a volunteer and 4-H volunteer expectations. Please fill out this form, including three non-family member personal references, if you are interested in starting your journey as a 4-H volunteer.
4-H Enrollment and Event Resources
Youth Code of Conduct
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
The well-being of everyone involved in 4-H program is important. Please read and sign to agree to the Code of Conduct.
4-H Health Form
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please fill out this form if you are enrolling or attending a 4-H event.
Acknowledgement of Risk and Waiver of Liability
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please read and sign this form if you are enrolling in 4-H or participating in a 4-H activity.
Criminal History Check Release Form
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please fill out this form if you are an enrolling or renewing 4-H volunteer.
Oregon 4-H Animal Science Exhibitor Agreement
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
All 4-H members participating in an animal science project or events with their animals must read and sign this form.
Volunteer Training Resources
Volunteer e-Learning Courses
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
These 4-H Volunteer e-Learning Courses will help new or current volunteers learn more about 4-H with interactive on-line courses.
Volunteer e-Learning Courses Instructions
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please read this resource for instructions on how to access the 4-H Volunteer e-Learning modules. Modules are interactive and take about 15 to 20 minutes to complete.
The Safety and Well-being of Youth
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
The Oregon State University Extension 4-H Youth Development Program is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all participants. This resource provides guidelines of best practices for guiding and mentoring 4-H youth.USDA 4-H Volunteer Resources
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
The 4-H Youth Development Program is the youth program from the land grant universities' cooperative extension services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This resource contains great continuing education resources for 4-H volunteers.
4-H Club Leader Resources
Planning and Conducting 4-H Club Meetings
OSU Extension Catalog
This publication provides basic information for 4-H volunteers on how to plan and conduct successful 4-H club meetings.
4-H Club or Committee Resources
4-H Club or Committee Fundraising Worksheet
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please use this worksheet if your 4-H club or committee is planning a fundraising event.4-H Annual Financial Statement
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
If you are a 4-H club leader, please fill out this form every year to report your 4-H club finances. Work together with your local 4-H Extension office for accurate Annual Financial form deadlines and submissions.4-H Club Materials and Equipment Inventory
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please use this form to keep track of the materials, equipment and other assets your 4-H club or committee acquires.Banking and Financial Agreement
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please read over and sign this document in order to comply with non-profit, charitable corporation rules when opening and maintaining a bank account for your 4-H club or committee.Financial Gift or Donation Guidelines
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
This resource details out best practices guidelines when your 4-H club or committee receives a financial gift or donation.Financial Gift or Donation
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Oregon 4-H clubs and Associations are recognized as not-for-profit organizations. Please use this form if your 4-H club or committee receives a financial gift or donation.Request to Conduct 4-H Fundraiser
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
Please use this form to submit a request if you are planning a fundraiser for your 4-H club or committee. Your request must be approved prior to advertising, promoting, or holding the event.
Military Connected Youth Resources
4-H Military Partnerships
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
4-H is partnering with U.S. Military branches Child and Youth programs to support 4-H clubs and programs for military connected youth.Oregon Military Family
4-H Youth Development Program Resource
This website is a great resource for families with a service member.