4-H Volunteers

Volunteer Support

Leader Resources

4-H Parent Handbook

Publication# L90320 (2007)

  • Should be provided to all new 4-H families upon enrolling
  • Provides space to enter local and county information
  • Provides a role description for parents
  • Includes facts about 4-H, projects, and activities
  • Includes a 4-H glossary of common terms

4-H Frequently Asked Questions Brochure

On-line brochure that answers many of the most frequently asked questions about 4-H.  This is a handy reference piece for new or interested 4-H families and volunteers.

Getting Started as a 4-H Project Leader

Publication # L90530 (1991)

  • Learn the role of a project leader
  • Gain ideas for project meetings and workshops

Illinois Leader

Bimonthly newsletter from the State 4-H Office that is sent to local Extension offices to distribute to 4-H volunteers.

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Marketing Documents

A Valuable Partnership: Volunteers and the 4-H Youth Program

Publication # L90540 (1999)

  • Expectations volunteers may have of the Illinois 4-H youth programs and expectations the program has of its volunteers
  • Mission of Illinois 4-H youth programs
  • Behavior guidelines

"4-H Leader’s Guide Handbook" Notebook Cover, (2005)

Developmental Characterstics and Implications