Volunteer Resources

Discover the world together with young people… be a 4-H Volunteer! Arizona young people need you to step up and serve as a mentor, coach, guide or resource. In 4-H, you are more than just a volunteer. You are instrumental in inspiring the next generation.

In 4-H, there are lots of ways to share your talents and time to help youth develop along a positive path to the future. Research shows that kids benefit from having caring adults in their lives. Won't you be that person? Do you like robotics, GPS, scrapbooking, cooking, gardening, dog care, financial management, or woodworking? These are just a few of the fun things to do in 4-H. It's not just a program for farm kids. Some opportunities are short-term and others can last longer – it really is up to you.

4-H needs:

club leaders--organizational leaders who provide guidance to clubs that meet about every month and conduct their business
project leaders--volunteers who have skills or talents they want to share with young people. You can set your own schedule to meet with young people and help them develop a passion for the things you are interested in--like woodworking, caring for an animal, robotics, cooking, sewing and a whole lot more. Take a look at our project list to see all the ways to get involved.
resource leaders--people who can only make a short term commitment but want to help out – at camps, fairs, clinics or other ways.
parent helpers of all kinds.

Arizona 4-H has a role for you, no matter what your interests or abilities. Don't worry if you don't think you know enough to teach others. As a caring adult, you can learn right alongside young people and have fun in the process. So – what are you waiting for?

To get involved, contact your local UA Cooperative Extension County Extension office. You can easily find your local office by clicking on the map on this Website. Ask for the 4-H agent and tell them that you would like to volunteer today. For some quick information on 4-H volunteering, see our Volunteer FAQs.

What is a 4-H Volunteer?

Volunteers are the HEART of the 4-H program. On this site, you will find a wealth of resources designed to support you as a 4-H volunteer. In addition there are resources that you will find helpful as you work with young people. 4-H Youth Development volunteers are valued partners in working with youth and Extension agents.

For more information, contact the 4-H Youth Development faculty member at your UA Cooperative Extension County Office.

Arizona 4-H is committed to providing safe places and caring adults who build caring relationships with young people. To ensure these positive environments, Arizona 4-H requires a minimum level of training before certifying volunteers as appropriate to work with other peoples children. Individuals wishing to become certified AZ 4-H Volunteers must complete the following before beginning to work with 4-H members.

4-H Leader Certification Requirements

What requirements must I complete to become a 4-H volunteer?

To become an Arizona 4-H Youth Development certified volunteer, the following must be completed and/or submitted:

Submit Volunteer Application
Submit Fingerprint Card
Create a NetID
Participate in an interview either face to face or by phone
Participate in a New Leader Training as specified within your county
Satisfactorily complete the four Western Region e-Learning modules (password in "volunteer"). The volunteer needs to add their name and select Arizona (even if they reside in other states) to proceed. These modules were originally developed by Washington 4-H, but have been adopted by the state of the Western Region.
Register as a volunteer with 4HOnline
Complete the Youth Protection training module online within 4Honline (available soon)
Complete any other items as required specific to your county.

As an applicant, you will receive a letter from the County Extension office notifying you of your acceptance, non-acceptance, or acceptance with conditions.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with us!