4-H Volunteers

If an "army runs on its stomach," then 4-H runs on its volunteers. At every level 4-H programs are successful to the extent they tap the creativity, nurturing, wisdom and skills of volunteers.

Click on an option below to learn more about 4-H volunteers.

  • Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers are the backbone to the 4-H Program. Learn more about the different types of 4-H volunteers.
  • Volunteer Placement The procedures and resources for becoming an Illinois 4-H youth development volunteer.
  • Volunteer Orientation Orientation familiarizes the volunteer with Extension and 4-H.
  • Volunteer Training Training helps volunteers understand expections of their roles and learn the skills, competencies and information necessary to be successful.
  • Volunteer Support Resources and information for Illinois 4-H volunteers.
  • Volunteer Recognition Information about how Illinois 4-H recognizes its volunteers.
  • Cloverbud Volunteers Resources for volunteers working with our youngest members of Illinois 4-H.