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4-H school enrichment programs bring hands-on, experiential learning into classrooms to complement academic subjects and engage students in practical life skills.

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Get educational activities for youth made to encourage interacting with the world, and learn about youth and family related topics.

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Updated Youth Protection Training Requirements

4-H ambassador Caleb Kinzinger, 16, from Freeburg, Ill and Jackie Joyner Kersee pick vegetables for a salad at the urban garden on Thursday, May 30, 2019 in East St. Louis, Ill. (Tim Vizer/AP Images for National 4-H Council Dear 4-H Volunteers,

4-H ambassador Caleb Kinzinger, 16, from Freeburg, Ill and Jackie Joyner Kersee pick vegetables for a salad at the urban garden on Thursday, May 30, 2019 in East St. Louis, Ill. (Tim Vizer/AP Images for National 4-H Council

Thank you for your dedication to West Virginia 4-H and the youth you serve. Your commitment helps create safe, positive, and welcoming environments where young people can learn, grow, and thrive.

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4-H Health Rocks! Teen Ambassador Training Opportunity


4-H Health Rocks is an opportunity for WV youth to teach others to stay substance free including vaping, nicotine pouches and other trending addictions.

Are you interested in being a Health Ambassador? This free program is designed to reduce substance misuse by:

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2026 Project Portraits: 4-H In Action

This is open to any youth enrolled in a 4-H project, regardless of how their 4-H project places at the county level. This is an opportunity for 4-H members to share a behind-the-scenes look at their 4-H project.

Any 4-H youth enrolled in a 4-H project.

Entries should include:

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2026 My Hands to Larger Service mini-grants available

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Since 2020, the West Virginia 4-H All Stars have generously funded mini-grants for West Virginia 4-H teens and their respective 4-H clubs to assist in the planning and completion of a community service project through the My Hands to Larger Service 4-H Project.

Mini-Grant Application

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West Virginia 4-H Announces 2025 Youth in Action Award Winners

The West Virginia 4-H Youth in Action Program announces two young leaders in 4-H pillar areas: civic engagement and healthy living.

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