Texas 4-H Volunteering: Getting Involved

	Volunteering	"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; it's the only thing that ever has." Margaret Mead


	Getting Involved *How Do I Become A 4-H Volunteer?* Last year, the Texas 4-H Youth Development program involved more than 39,000 adults in providing fun, hands-on learning opportunities to more than 1 million Texas youth. To learn more about becoming a 4-H volunteer, contact the Extension office in your county. Decide that you have the time and interest to help youth explore and chart positive futures. Consider volunteering to lead a 4-H group in your community, your local school, or any other location where there are youth who need positive, committed adult role models in their lives. Contact your county Texas Cooperative Extension office to find out about local opportunities for 4-H involvement. Complete the Texas 4-H Volunteer Enrollment form & Youth Protection Standards Program. Because the Texas 4-H Youth Development program is committed to helping create safe environments for young people to learn, have fun and develop socially, we work to ensure that the adults we entrust to work with young people only have the best interests of youth at heart. Share your skills, knowledge and talents while having fun with kids and you're sure to make a difference in their lives. 4-H offers a variety of programs, activities and events designed specifically to support and enhance volunteer participation and involvement in kids' lives. The work volunteers do with youth is also supported by university-developed educational materials and resources available through your county Texas Cooperative Extension office. What Types Of 4-H Volunteers Are There? Volunteers are essential to the successful implementation of the 4-H program. All registered adult 4-H volunteers working directly with 4-H youth in Texas complete a Youth Protection Standards Program( criminal Background check) and receive training. Teens may also serve in volunteer roles through the 4-H Leadership project. Volunteers can serve in a variety of roles, including the following: 4-H Club Managers Teachers Event Judges Community Resource Persons Camp Counselors / Chaperones Parent Helpers Advisory Council Members Host Families for exchange students Foundation Members/Fund-Raisers Mentors Please contact your county Texas Cooperative Extension Office for more information on these rewarding opportunities! Fast Facts on 4-H membership and Participation Volunteer Development Opportunities coming soon Volunteer Leaders Association Of Texas coming soon