Beaufort County 4-H Youth Development Program

Volunteering for 4-H

There are many ways to volunteer in 4-H. Volunteers are critical to reach more youth and offer a variety of 4-H projects, events, and activities. Here are some examples of the many ways you can volunteer to help 4-H in the county:

You can serve as a:

4-H club leader or helper

Coach to train 4-H youth for 4-H competitive shows and contests

Judge for 4-H awards and contests

Organizer or helper for county 4-H educational or fund raising events

Teacher for 4-H school enrichment programs

Trainer for other 4-H volunteers in his or her area of expertise

Project expert for a 4-H club

Seeker or co-writer of grant proposals to help fund 4-H programs

Organize annual 4-H awards program/dinner

Recruiter of 4-H clubs and leaders in a section of the county

Chaperone for 4-H trips or conferences

Writer of 4-H news releases

Photographer for 4-H activities and events

Web developer or contributor

Co-writer or co-publisher of a county 4-H newsletter

Designer or distributor of 4-H promotional materials

Representative or speaker on behalf of 4-H at local service clubs, County Council meetings, etc.

If you are an adult interested in volunteering in 4-H, contact the county Extension/4-H office at [your contact information]. For more detailed information about 4-H and resources for 4-H volunteers, visit the state 4-H web site.

4-H has a responsibility to provide a safe and healthy environment for youth. Therefore, all 4-H volunteers complete a screening and orientation process before being appointed.

All prospective volunteers complete a 4-H Volunteer Registration Form and a Clemson Extension Volunteer Status Form, which includes an authorization for a background check and a request for references.

All volunteers then participate in an orientation using the Leader Training Series.

When all requirements are satisfied, volunteers are appointed to their roles by the county 4-H agent.

 

4-H is the youth development program of the Cooperative Extension Service, a nationwide partnership of federal, state, and county governments, and the private sector. 4-H Youth Development programs are offered on an age-appropriate basis to all youth, ages 5-19, regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital or family status.