4-H Youth Development
4-H Youth Development
Brown County 4-H provides opportunities for personal growth of young people throughout Brown County, and encourages the positive development of youth, families, and their communities. Through hands-on, experiential learning, we offer more than 300 programs and projects for youth, 5K through 13th grade, and their families, in a variety of methods.
What is 4-H?
Brown County 4-H empowers young people to learn, lead, and grow. Through hands-on activities, caring adult mentors, and fun experiences, youth from kindergarten through 13th grade build confidence, life skills, leadership abilities, and lasting friendships. Together, 4-H helps young people reach their full potential while making a positive impact in their families, schools, and communities.
Why 4-H?
4-H Building a ready generation in a world of change.
4‑H is America’s largest youth development organization, helping young people build confidence, leadership, resilience, and real-world skills through hands-on learning and mentorship. Through engaging projects and experiences, youth learn by doing, develop lifelong skills, and prepare to be Beyond Ready for future challenges and opportunities.
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more likely to have the goal of being a leader
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more likely to participate in community service
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more likely to report living life with intentionality and purpose
*Tufts University longitudinal study of Positive Youth Development, 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Can Join 4‑H?
Youth can begin their 4‑H journey as Cloverbuds at age 5 and in kindergarten. Regular 4‑H membership is open to youth in third grade through one year beyond high school graduation, providing opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive at every stage.
What Happens in a 4‑H Club?
4‑H clubs bring young people together to learn, lead, and have fun in a supportive environment. Members participate in meetings, community service projects, educational activities, and leadership roles while building friendships and developing important life skills.
How Is 4‑H Connected Locally, Statewide, and Nationally?
4‑H is part of a nationwide youth development network supported by land-grant universities and Cooperative Extension. Through local clubs, Wisconsin Extension, and the national 4‑H program, youth gain access to high-quality educational opportunities, resources, and experiences.
What Are 4‑H Projects?
4‑H projects let youth explore their interests through hands-on learning. To enroll in projects, youth must be a member of a 4‑H club, but they can participate in any project area regardless of which club they join. Projects help youth build skills, gain knowledge, and discover new passions.
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