Programs

Empowering & Preparing Youth for Success

Illinois 4-H produces the youth leaders, innovators, entrepreneurs, stewards, and builders we need to solve world problems. Many programs can be tailored to meet the needs of youth in school classrooms, after school programs, partner sites, military bases, or community groups. Click the contact button to see if a program is available in your location.

Animal Sciences

Learn your role in being a responsible caretaker of livestock and pets while you understand the importance of providing a safe food product for the world.

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At Home Activities

You can do fun and creative 4-H activities wherever you are. Try some of these at home or grab a friend and learn together. 4-H is everywhere you are!

Camping

Get outside and start the adventure of a lifetime at 4-H camp. Live in Cabins. Hike. Swim. Boat. Make crafts. Climb rocks. Make new friends.

College & Career Readiness

Whether you go to college or start your own business, 4-H can give you the skills you need for the career you want.

Environment

Before we can save the world for future generations, Illinois 4-H believes we should be saving the world for this current generation.

Food Systems

Learn where your food comes from and how you can help people in your community have the food they need.

Global 4-H Civic Engagement

Visit another country as an exchange member, or host a young person in your home through the 4-H international program.

Health & Nutrition

These programs support strong minds and bodies so children are ready for learning that will last a lifetime.

Leadership

Illinois needs young people who think creatively, work cooperatively, speak persuasively, and lead decisively to move us forward.

Shooting Sports

Learn the safe and responsible handling of bows, shotguns, air rifles, and pistols while you enjoy wildlife and the environment.

STEM & Robotics

Learn about science, techology, engineering and math with these fun, hands-on programs while you learn about careers.

Programs

Empowering & Preparing Youth for Success

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