National 4-H Council

Programs: Educational programs - see schedule oeducational programs: 4-h is led by a unique private-public partnership of universities, federal and local government agencies, foundations and professional associations, including national 4-h council. As the nation's largest youth development organization, 4-h grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for career tomorrow. 4-h programs empower nearly six million young people across the united states through experiences that develop critical life skills. In the u. S. , 4-h serves every county and parish through a network of 110 universities and more than 3000 local offices. Globally, 4-h also collaborates with independent programs to empower one million youth in 50 countries. The research-backed 4-h experience includes a caring adult relationship; hands-on, skill-building project; and a meaningful leadership opportunity - resulting in 4-h'ers who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to make healthier choices; two times more likely to be civically active; and two times more likely to participate in stem (science, technology, engineering and math) programs. Council plays an important role in growing 4-h and youth impact, which includes a significant focus on fundraising and marketing initiatives. Council success/highlights for fiscal year 2014 (july 1, 2013-june 30, 2014) included development/implementation of the following programs/events:- world's largest youth-led science experiment, 4-h national youth science day: 4-h maps and apps- 4-h national mentoring program: reached/empowered at-risk youth in 47 states - largest annual fundraising event, national 4-h council 5th annual legacy awards: featured 4-h youth impact and alumni achievement - new program development in science, healthy living, agriculture in partnership with donors(including commodity carnival, 4-h food smart families, 4-h ag innovators experience, mentor up, exploring your environment and the 4-h career pathway) - developed new partnerships, including a collaboration called imagine science initiative with three of the nation's largest youth development organizations (boys & girls clubs of america, ymca and girls, inc. ) to bring stem learning to underserved youth - new audiences engaged through outreach on capitol hill, specifically targeting 4-h alumni, including nearly 50 members of congress- 4-h digital presence revamped; increased social reach significantly (nearly double the reach of other national youth development organizations)

national 4-h center - see schedule onational 4-h center: the center is one of the largest nonacademic youth education and conference facilities in the united states and continues to be the national home for 4-h in the united states as well as a beacon of independent international cooperation for independent 4-h country-led programs around the world. The center hosts annual 4-h conferences and year-round training programs for youth, volunteer leaders, and professional staff.

national 4-h supply service - see schedule onational 4-h supply service: since 1924, 4-h supply has provided high-quality branded products and curriculum to meet the needs of 4-h offices, clubs, and families alike. Today, 4-h supply takes its customer-friendly approach to new levels, with convenient online shopping and expert advice at 4-hmall. Org. 4-h members show their pride every day by purchasing items with the 4-h name and emblem. 4-h supply shows the same devotion, providing the best products and the highest level of customer service to keep these dedicated customers coming back, year after year.