To begin the application and screening process please visit the Volunteering with 4-H page on the Minnesota 4-H website and click 'Become a Volunteer' OR navigate directly to the Apply to become a 4-H volunteer page on the Minnesota 4-H website. Interested in volunteering but not ready to apply? Fill out the volunteer interest form.
Youth Thriving page: sparks, create belonging, build relationships, and engage youth members
Cloverbuds: resources for working with younger youth
Club leaders: new handbook, leading a club, growing your team
Curriculum library: lesson plans and activities
Finances: guidelines and resources to support proper financial management
Group management: planning, setting goals, activities (fundraisers, service projects), managing behaviors
New or returning volunteers: screening or renewal steps
Roles for volunteers: activity or project leader, chaperones, mentors and more
Safety: practical tips for all types of situations and activities
Training: online training, youth development webinars, advanced skills, role specific training events
If you are looking for a resource or answer to a question but cannot find it on our website, Contact local 4-H staff near you.
Email one of the statewide contacts listed below.
Contacts:
Jeremy Freeman, jeremyf@umn.edu, 612-624-6807, Volunteer Systems Director
Elaine Hardy, wagne079@umn.edu, 218-828-2276, Regional Support Staff