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Duval County 4-H Youth Development

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4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization. Over 230,000 members in the State of Florida help to make up the community of more than 6.5 million young people across America. 4-H is a non-formal, practical educational program for youth. Florida 4-H is the youth development program of Florida Cooperative Extension, a part of the University of Florida IFAS.

4-H is open to all youth, ages 5-18 and serves youth from all backgrounds and interests. It reaches both boys and girls through 4-H clubs, projects, individual and family learning, mentoring, camping, and school enrichment.

A group of 4-H teens on the steps of the Florida State Capitol building.

About 4-H

Developing all youth to reach their fullest potential through: life-skill development, project work, and school enrichment with learning by doing- hands on learning opportunities.

A volunteer helping 4-H kids use a sewing machine.

4-H Volunteers

Duval 4-H depends on dedicated volunteers to help youth build skills for a successful future. Your time creates a safe space for them to explore interests, causes, and leadership opportunities.

Members of the Duval 4-H STEAM Club demonstrating mini robots in a local elementary school.

4-H in Schools

4-H offers several programs to teachers which supplement what is being taught in the classroom. These programs are open to public schools, private/religious schools, and home school co-ops.

4-H students and instructors at an archery range..

Duval 4-H Clubs

Clubs are the foundation of 4-H. A 4-H club is a group of five or more youth guided by adult volunteers and has a planned program that is ongoing throughout the 4-H year. Check out this page to find out more about the Duval County 4-H club program

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Enrollment

The 4-H Online Enrollment System is used to keep track of all youth and volunteers that are involved with the 4-H program. All youth ages 5-18 years old are encouraged to join today! Click here to learn about the Duval County 4-H Enrollment process.

4-H kids in canoes on a lake, one midair after a jump.

Summer Camps

Duval County 4-H offers many residential, day, and teen-level summer camping opportunities throughout the season. Many programs are open to non-4-H members as well as currently enrolled members.