Putnam County 4-H Volunteers
Putnam County 4-H Volunteers relies on dedicated volunteers to promote its mission to help youth gain the knowledge and life skills they need to be productive, responsible citizens. Your time as a volunteer will provide these youth the safe environment they need to pursue whatever interests, causes, and leadership roles that are most important to them. Adults who are not currently 4-H volunteers, we invite you to become a volunteer and share in the positive experiences of the Florida 4-H program.
How Do I Become a 4-H Volunteer?
- Decide that you want to help kids grow and explore their futures.
- Check out some of the different volunteer experiences (volunteer roles) with Florida 4-H.
- Contact Putnam 4-H (386-329-0318 or Putnam4H@ifas.ufl.edu) to learn about 4-H in your county and discuss your possibilities.
- Choose a volunteer role and complete an Adult Volunteer Profile through 4-H Online.* (Background screenings are a part of the Volunteer Application process.)
- Complete and submit the UF IFAS Putnam 4-H Volunteer Application to your Putnam County Extension Office or Florida State 4-H Headquarters.
- Attend scheduled fingerprinting appointment and await eligibility status from 4-H Agent.
- After you receive your official appointment letter, attend county orientation and training.
- Prepare to share your skills, knowledge, and talents while having fun with kids!
CONTACT
Heather Pogue 4-H Independent & Countywide Programs 4-H Youth Development Extension Agent I (386) 329-0318 h.pogue@ufl.edu
Physical Address 111 Yelvington Rd. East Palatka FL, 32131
Hours Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm