4-H Youth Development Programs

About this opportunity

National 4-H Council conducts youth development programs designed to help teenagers ages 13-18 develop essential career, life, and technical skills. The organization focuses on preparing youth for college, vocational training, military service, and career success. 4-H participants show significantly higher readiness for post-secondary pathways, with participants 40% more likely to pursue college degrees, 2X more likely to obtain vocational or technical training, and 2X more likely to serve in the military compared to non-participants. The program emphasizes STEM-related careers including healthcare, computer science, engineering, science research, and agriculture.