National 4-H Conference

Green graphic with large white text reading “Save the Date.” Below, smaller text says “2026 National 4-H Conference, April 10–15, 2026.” The top right corner features the National 4-H Conference logo with a building icon and a four-leaf clover emblem. At the bottom, the USDA logo and text read “National Institute of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture.”
Dates: April 10, 2026 - April 15, 2026
Hyatt Regency Crystal City Hotel
2799 Richmond Hwy
Arlington, VA 22202

Payment information

Make checks payable to CSU Extension by February 6, 2026.

Mail to: CSU Extension, State 4-H Office
Attn: National 4-H Conference
4040 Campus Delivery
Fort Collins, CO 80523-4040

*If paying by internal transfer, contact Joy Bauder directly.

Application process

County 4-H Specialists nominate Senior 4-H member(s) ages 15-19 from their counties. Nominated members submit to the State 4-H Office:

  • Resume
  • Cover letter explaining why they would like to attend the conference
  • Letter of recommendation from the County 4-H Specialist

Applications are due by Friday, January 16, 2026.

More information

Looking for more information on the National 4-H Conference? View the linked fact sheet to learn more including the purpose, how it works, and what will be covered during the conference.

National 4-H Conference Fact Sheet