4-H Clubs

Adopting 4-H Club Bylaws

Keith G. Diem, Judy Levings, and Ben Knowles

Florida 4-H Secretary Record Book

Sarah Thomas Hensley and Stacey Ellison

Running a Smooth 4-H Business Meeting

Chris DeCubellis

Florida 4-H Treasurer's Manual and Record Book

Joy Jordan, Judith Levings, Sarah Hensley, and Stacey Ellison

The Florida 4-H Officer's Handbook

Tracy Tesdall and Judith Levings

4-H Afterschool Resource Guide: Starting 4-H Clubs in After-School Programs

Sharon K. Junge (original lead), Vanessa Starr Spero (lead); Niki Crawson, JR Davis, Tara Dorn, Beth Rasa Edwards, Stacy Hall, Karen Henry, Heather Janney, Beth Kerr, Andrea Lazzari, Abby Morgan, Kristie Popa, Cindy Smalley, Melinda Souers, Katie St

This resource guide is designed to be used by Extension/4-H professionals and after-school providers to deliver well-formed, positive youth development programs in after-school sites. It includes information on initiating the development of 4-H clubs at after-school sites, volunteer training resources and exercises, how to sustain the clubs, and connections to the community and beyond. The original educational material was edited and revised for this edition by the National Association of 4-H Youth Development Professionals Afterschool Working Group, led by Vanessa Spero. Published by the 4-H Youth Development Department, UF/IFAS Extension, March 2024.

4-H Volunteer Training Series: Selecting a Name for Your 4-H Club

Keith G. Diem, Marilyn N. Norman, and Joy C. Jordan. Revised by Jessica Emerson, Candi Dierenfield, Shreemoyee Ghosh, David Hafner, Amber Norris, Melinda Souers, Paula Davis, and Heather Kent

This is one part of the 4-H Volunteer Training series. It was originally published in 2005 and revised in 2012. It was updated in the summer of 2023 and is now published in 2024.

4-H Volunteer Training Series: How to Start a 4-H Club (for Youth Ages 5–18)

Keith G. Diem, Joy Jordan, Dale Pracht, and Judy Butterfield. Revised by Candi Dierenfield, Nicole Crawson, Jessica Emerson, Shreemoyee Ghosh, David Hafner, Baliea Scarborough, Paula Davis, Melinda Souers, and Dallas Meringolo.

This is one part of the 4-H Volunteer Training series. It was originally written in 2005, adapted in 2014, and updated in 2023.

What’s the Difference Between Community Service and a Fundraiser?

Kristie Popa

In 4-H, we often hear about community service and fundraising, but did you know these are two distinct activities with different purposes? While both involve giving back and supporting important causes, they serve different roles and provide unique benefits. Let’s dive into the difference between community service and fundraising, so you can better understand how […]

Why Do We Have to Do These Fundraisers?

Kristie Popa

Welcome back to “The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!” Today, we’re addressing a question that often comes up: “Why do we have to do these fundraisers?” Fundraising is an essential part of how 4-H operates and thrives. Let’s dive into how 4-H is funded and why fundraising is so crucial to our success. To fully appreciate […]

Why Do People Participate in Prospect/Jackpot Shows or State Fairs?

Kristie Popa

Welcome back to “The Great 4-H FAQ Adventure!” If you’ve only shown animals at the county fair, you might be wondering, “Why do people go to prospect or jackpot shows, or even state fairs?” These additional events can offer unique opportunities and experiences that go beyond the local fair. Let’s explore why participating in these […]