Be a 4-H Volunteer.  YOU can make a difference. 4-H is an experiential learning youth education program for boys and girls ages 8-19. Its practical life skills education in science and technology, healthy lifestyles and citizenship can reach any kid ... anywhere ... any time through 4-H clubs, camps, after-school programs and events. 4-H volunteers and professionals have a great deal of latitude in determining when, where and how 4-H "learn-by-doing" activities take place. 4-H is a community of young people across America learning leadership, citizenship and life skills. With the guidance of 4-H volunteers, youth: Learn by doing                                                         Develop leadership and life skills Make new friends Give back to the community Build connections with others Prepare, do and share   More and more youth need the values, skills and guidance 4-H offers. As a 4-H volunteer, you are supported by 4-H professionals through your local Cooperative Extension Service, a branch of your state's land-grant university. People volunteer for 4-H for many reasons. One obvious benefit is to help guide and counsel our country's future citizens and leaders. You'll also grow as a person, develop new leadership skills, meet new friends and have great adventures!    Click here for the Distinguished Service Award Nomination Form How to Volunteer Volunteering is a privilege. All that's needed is a desire to provide quality educational programs and experiences with youth. Previous 4-H Youth Development experience is not necessary. For more information, contact the 4-H Youth Development staff member at your County Cooperative Extension office All 4-H Youth Development Volunteers working with youth are required to complete the Idaho 4-H Youth Certification program, which includes: a background check for arrest and conviction records; participation in a volunteer orientation program; review the Policies and Procedures and sign agreement to comply; review the Code of Conduct for volunteers and sign agreement to comply; annually signing the Volunteer job agreement form. 4-H Volunteer Application  - Complete and return to your County Cooperative Extension Office. (Application in word or PDF)   E-Learning for 4-H Volunteers! An interactive, self-paced online training for volunteers. E-Learning Promotion Brochure Leaders Corner - A newsletter for Idaho 4-H Volunteers. Stay informed about what is happening in Idaho 4-H. Volunteer Events and Opportunities - Explore events, state teams and other educational opportunities on the state, national and international levels. Volunteer Training and Resources - Discover resources and tools to start, strengthen and revitalize 4-H programs and community clubs.

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    In 4-H, kids and adults spend time together, learning new skills, developing hidden talents, making new friends and having fun. The goal of 4-H is to help kids develop as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens in their communities. Adult volunteers who spend time with 4-H kids are key in this process. They form the foundation on which productive citizens are made.

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