How Can I Help 4-H?
There are about 1,800 youth enrolled in 26 different 4-H projects in Sullivan County. They range in age from 9 to 19 years old. 4-H works on the concept of “Learning by Doing.” For youth to get the most from their 4-H experience, they need to be involved in meaningful project activities with caring adults providing guidance and encouragement.
As a volunteer, the amount of time you give is entirely up to you. You could start a community 4-H club and meet monthly with a few families from your neighborhood or school. You could lead a series of lessons or activities in a project like dog care or photography. You might choose to help with a single time event like judging the public speaking contest, planning a 4-H Family Night, or helping at Junior 4-H Camp.
What Would I Do as a 4-H Volunteer?
Activity Leaders
There are several annual and seasonal events that 4-H needs help organizing and completing. Contests, camps, animal shows, and judging teams are just a few examples.
Community Club Leaders
4-H needs volunteers to lead new community and project clubs in urban, suburban and rural areas of our county. Clubs set their own schedules for meetings, lessons, and service learning projects. 4-H agents will help clubs get started, and keep leaders informed of opportunities for members.
In community clubs, members can be from groups of friends, families or neighborhoods. Through club meetings they learn about running meetings, public speaking, leadership, and service to the community. They are encouraged to enroll in a variety of 4-H projects and share their findings at club meetings.
Project Group Leaders
Project clubs focus on specific projects such as Companion Animals (dog care), Line & Design (making arts & crafts) or Photography. Leaders generally have a strong interest or knowledge of the project area and are welcome to recruit new members into the project.
To apply to be a 4-H Volunteer please contact the Extension office at 423-574-1919
Contact: Walter Malone