There are many ways to volunteer

• Activity leader

• Chaperone

• Cloverbud leader

• Club leader

• Coaches (various roles)

• Federation or council treasurer

• Project development committee (PDC)

• Project leader

• Short-term volunteer

• Independent mentor

• 4-H competition judge

Building positive and developmental relationships

Volunteers make a positive difference in the lives of young people by nurturing positive, supportive and empowering relationships between youth and adults and youth and their peers. Learn more about how you can cultivate developmental relationships in our core skills videos.

All Minnesota 4-H volunteers must  complete volunteer screening, which explains the policies, expectations and vision of serving as a 4-H volunteer. All 4-H volunteers should genuinely enjoy young people and be committed to their positive growth and development. In return, Extension Center for Youth Development staff will provide training, curriculum, coaching and feedback for success.