4-H is a "learn-by-doing" youth development
program for boys and girls in kindergarten through 12th grade. 4-H involves “any kid...any time...anywhere” through one-time events, camps, organized 4-H clubs (with officers), and activities. Youth have an array of choices in their 4-H experience. Whatever energy, creativity and involvement match the 4-H mission, values, and objectives - that is 4-H!
4-H is the youth development and education program of the Alabama Cooperative
Extension System. For nearly 100 years, Alabama 4-H has helped young people become resourceful citizens and responsible leaders. By participating in a variety of programs and projects, youth develop life skills, individuality is valued, and kids are encouraged to discover their own talents and interests. 4-H helps young people learn to make decisions, think critically, build relationships, and develop a concern for their community and their world. The mission of 4-H is to serve all youth. At the heart of Alabama 4-H’s curricula is the belief that programs must instill life-development skills. No matter the subject, 4-H instructs youth in the character values needed to be productive citizens. Alabama 4-H also teaches leadership skills because of its commitment to positive youth development.
