4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development

4-H is a youth organization committed to building outstanding leaders with marketable skills to succeed in today’s global society. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults.

What is 4-H?

4-H Youth Development is part of Kentucky Cooperative Extension.  Extension’s mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of Kentucky citizens through non-formal education for the entire family.  Extension agents and volunteers take the results of university research and explain it in such a way that different age groups can learn and apply the information to their own lives. Kentucky 4-H believes in providing positive youth development experiences that all youth to experience belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity.  

4-H is a youth organization committed to building outstanding leaders with marketable skills to succeed in today’s global society. 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential, working and learning in partnership with caring adults. The four H's represent the idea of HeadHeartHandsand Health. These are the values members work on through fun and engaging programs.

Head   Managing, Thinking

Heart   Relating, Caring

Hands   Giving, Working

Health   Being, Living

How does 4-H benefit youth?

4-H’ers, regardless of their background, socio-economic status, race or gender, benefit from their participation in Kentucky 4-H. Positive youth development studies have affirmed that compared to other youth, young people involved in 4-H are:

  • Four times more likely to contribute to their communities. 
  • Two times more likely to be  civically active.
  • Two times more likely to make healthier lifestyle choices.
  • Two times more likely to participate in Science, Engineering and Computer Technology  programs during out-of-school time.
  • 4-H girls are two times more likely (Grade 10) and nearly three times more likely (Grade 12) to take part in science programs compared to girls in other out-of-school time activities.

Jefferson County 4-H Online Portal

Register for 4-H Community Programs

Click here

2025 4-H Camp (Adult pre-registration link)

All adults must consent to a background check (at a cost of $40) and attend trainings.

Click here

2025 4-H Camp (Campers ONLY Sign up)

For Campers age 9 -14 (unless you have completed 9th grade) Camp Fee for Campers $400

Click here

2025 4-H Camp (Teen Leader & CITs)

Teen Cost $240 Teen ages 16-17 CIT Cost $400 CIT ages 14-15 (must have completed 9th grade)

Click here

2025 4-H Camp Information Flyer

4H camp flyer

2025 4-H Community Programs Flyer

4H Community Program Flyer

4-H 2025 Library Programs Flyer

4H 2025 Library Programs Flyer

2024-2025 Jefferson County 4-H Enrollment

There's a NEW way to enroll in Jefferson County 4-H! An Online Enrollment option is now available for families who would like to enroll themselves in the Jefferson County 4-H Program. Visit http://v2.4honline.com/ and follow the directions in the Guidebook below to complete your 4-H Enrollment. If you have any questions regarding 4-H Enrollment please contact the Jefferson County Extension Office at 502-569-2344.

4-H ONLINE GUIDEBOOK

If needed come to office to fill out a form and return the completed enrollment form to the Jefferson County Extension Office or save and email it to chanda.hall@uky.edu.

 

Click here to register for upcoming information

(must also fill out enrollment form above or register through 4-H Online - links are above)!

Additional Information

Events

4H Art and Photography

- Northeast Library

📸🎨 Join the 4-H Art & Photography Club! 🎨📸
Love to create, paint, or capture the perfect shot? Whether you're into painting, crafting, or photography, the 4-H Art & Photography Club is the place for you! Come explore your creativity, learn new skills, and have fun with friends who love art just as much as you do!

4H Art Club

- Jefferson County Extension Office

🎨✨ Join the 4-H Art Club! ✨🎨
Do you love to paint, draw, or create? Come express yourself and get creative at the 4-H Art Club! Whether you're a beginner or a pro, this is the perfect place to learn new art techniques, make fun crafts, and explore different styles of painting.

4H Teen Club

- Jefferson County Extension Office

🌟 Join the 4-H Teen Club! 🌟
Looking for a place to discover your passion, grow as a leader, and make a difference in your community? The 4-H Teen Club is the perfect place to find your spark, develop leadership skills, and build lifelong friendships while having fun!

4H Cooking Club

- South Central Library

🍽️👩‍🍳 Join the 4-H Cooking Club! 👨‍🍳🍽️
Love food? Love fun? Then join the 4-H Cooking Club, where you’ll get to make delicious recipes and taste your creations afterward! Whether you're a beginner or a future chef, this is the perfect place to learn, cook, and enjoy with friends!

Chanda L. Hall

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development

(502) 569-2344 clhall1@uky.edu Jefferson County Extension Office 4200 Gardiner View Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877

Ami Koralia

Extension Assistant, 4-H Youth Development

(502) 569-2344 ako275@uky.edu Jefferson County Extension Office 4200 Gardiner View Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877

Karen Kummer

Extension Assistant, 4-H Youth Development

(502) 569-2344 karen.kummer@uky.edu Jefferson County Extension Office 4200 Gardiner View Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877

Louis Milligan

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development

(502) 569-2344 louis.milligan@kysu.edu Jefferson County Extension Office 4200 Gardiner View Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877

Kelly J. Smith

Extension Agent, 4-H Youth Development

(502) 569-2344 kelly.mcdonough@uky.edu Jefferson County Extension Office 4200 Gardiner View Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877

Donna H. Thompson

Extension Assistant, 4-H Youth Development

(502) 569-2344 dhthom2@uky.edu Jefferson County Extension Office 4200 Gardiner View Ave, Louisville, Kentucky 40213-1877

Contact Information

4200 Gardiner View Avenue, Suite 101 Louisville, KY 40213

(502) 569-2344

jefferson.ext@uky.edu