4-H Volunteers

Volunteer Support

Recognition Resources

Illinois 4-H Recognition for Excellence Leader’s Guide

Publication # L90240 (1998)

  • Explanation of four components of the Illinois Recognition for Excellence program: participation, progress toward goals, standards of excellence, and peer competition
  • Types of recognition available, ideas for local recognition, and sample ideas for club and individual goals
  • Master copy of a Recognition for Excellence order form that leaders may use to order recognition supplies

Illinois 4-H Standards of Excellence for 4-H Groups

Publication # 90230 (2001)

  • Checklist of club standards
  • Checklist to complete and submit to local Extension office

Illinois 4-H Club/Group Report Form

Publication # 90231 (2007)

  • Award applications for state recognition in curriculum areas
  • Application to complete and submit to local Extension office for award consideration

Illinois 4-H Award Application

Publication # 90221

  • award application for state recognition in various program areas
  • basic instructions and scoring criteria included
  • completed application to be submitted to local Extension office for advancement to state competition

Volunteer Support Resources

4-H Volunteers