About 4-H

What is Colorado 4-H?

4-H is America’s largest youth development organization, having supported almost six million youth across the country. 4-H reaches over 110,000 youth in Colorado annually, helping them to become confident, independent, resilient, and compassionate leaders. 4-H is delivered by Colorado State University Extension – a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation that provide experiences where young people learn by doing hands-on projects in areas including health, science, agriculture, and citizenship. Colorado 4-H’s network of over 10,000 volunteers and almost 100 4-H professionals and staff members, provides caring and supportive mentoring to all 4-H’ers, helping them to grow into true leaders, entrepreneurs, and visionaries.

A group of teenagers and adults wearing matching 4-H shirts pose together outside on a lawn. CAM the Ram, covered with a green Colorado State University blanket, stands in front of the group.
A small group of kids and a 4-H leader stand outdoors near a fenced pen while interacting with a friendly goat on a lead.

Who can join?

4-H is open to all youth ages 5–18 who want to explore their interests, gain new skills, and make a difference in their communities. Through local clubs, after-school programs, and special projects, members learn by doing with support from families, volunteers, and CSU Extension professionals.

Whether you’re a young person ready to get involved, a parent looking for opportunities, or an adult interested in mentoring, there’s a place for you in 4-H.

Join 4-H

110,000 +

Youth reached in Colorado annually

10,000 +

Volunteers in Colorado

~100

4-H professionals and staff members

Meet the team

4-H Pledge

I pledge my head to clearer thinking,
My heart to greater loyalty,
My hands to larger service,
and my health to better living,
for my club, my community, my country, and my world.

4-H Motto

To Make the Best Better.

4-H Vision

A world in which youth and adults learn, grow and work together.