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Colorado
4-H

Supporting over 110,000 youth across Colorado who grow, lead, and thrive through 4-H.

Welcome to Colorado 4-H

Empowering Colorado youth to learn, lead, and thrive

Colorado 4-H helps young people build confidence, develop leadership skills, and discover their interests through hands-on learning. For more than a century, Colorado 4-H has supported youth across all 64 counties, creating opportunities that strengthen individuals, families, and communities.

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Expanding access to youth programs across Colorado

Colorado 4-H provides youth of all backgrounds with opportunities to explore projects, gain new skills, and participate in meaningful learning experiences in both rural and urban communities.

Supporting the growth and resilience of young people

Through clubs, camps, events, and leadership programs, Colorado 4-H helps youth build confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Connecting youth, families, volunteers, and communities

Colorado 4-H partners with dedicated volunteers, local organizations, and community leaders to create a supportive environment where young people can grow, lead, and make a positive impact.

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Programs & Projects

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Youth Leadership

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Scholarships

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Volunteer Information

Upcoming Events

Stay connected with what’s happening across Colorado 4-H. Explore upcoming activities, workshops, and statewide events, or visit the full events page to see everything on the calendar.

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Youth Fest

Colorado State Fairgrounds, Pueblo