4-H Youth Development

Inspiring the next generation of leaders, inventors, entrepreneurs and problem solvers, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Arizona 4-H is one of the programs in Cooperative Extension, a division of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

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About 4-H

4-H Empowers Kids with the Skills to Lead for a Lifetime

4-H History

4-H began in Arizona in 1913, when volunteer leader George T. Peabody organized a Boy's Cotton Club in Chandler.

Join 4-H

Ready to join or just looking to connect with your local chapter?

4-H National Programs

See our full list of national programs.

4-H State Programs

Explore State 4-H programs!

4-H Projects

Arizona 4-H offers a large number of project areas. 4-H members select projects that reconnect their areas of interest.

Volunteer Resources

Volunteers are the HEART of the 4-H program. 4-H Youth Development volunteers are valued partners in working with youth and Extension agents.

Raise Your Hand

Raise your hand to support 4‑H in your community and give kids the hands-on learning experiences they need to succeed in life.

Support 4-H

National partners supporting 4-H programs at the national, state and local levels.

Arizona 4-H Youth Foundation

Providing support to Arizona 4-H youth programs through grants and scholarships. Each year the foundation awards over $50K to state 4-H programs and $40K to outstanding 4-H members pursuing higher education.