In 4-H, you get to decide what topics and projects interest you most. You make 4-H what you want it to be. Work on many projects or focus on one or two. Choose what events sound fun to you, and do them. In 4-H, you have an important role in making your community a better place to live, but you don’t have to do it alone. As a club, you’ll figure out what’s needed most in your neighborhood and find ways to help.
In 4-H, you’re part of a family working together. At club meetings, you’ll learn how to get along with others as you build your skills and help your community. In 4-H, you’ll meet adults who care about you and want to help you succeed. 4-H matches you with mentors who will coach you in areas like problem-solving, communicating, and teamwork. 4-H introduces you to potential careers and then gives you the training to get the career you want.
Looking for specific 4-H information?
Reminder: 4-H is always open to join all year and anytime with waiver opportunities available upon request.
Fee Waiver Form - Cost should never be a barrier to participation in 4-H. If you need a fee waiver for a program or event, please complete this form and submit to the Livingston County Extension Office at 1412 S. Locust St., Pontiac
Questions about enrolling in 4-H, selecting projects, ordering project books, and volunteering?
Contact the Livingston County Extension Office at 815-842-1776.
2024 Livingston County 4-H Show Schedule
Signup for General Project judging times
Livingston County 4-H Exhibit Report - If unable to attend conference judging, youth may complete this Exhibit Report and have their exhibits judged.
The 4-H Project Book Selection Guide lists all of the 4-H projects that require a project book for completion, the project book name, and a link to access or purchase your needed project book.
Exhibits need to be entered in FairEntry by June 10. The FairEntry system will open in May 2024.
Beef
Horse
Lamb and Goat
Swine
| Livingston County 4-H is pleased to announce the Awards and Recognition Program for 2024. A variety of awards are available for members and clubs to apply for this year. Below is a listing of the county and state level awards. Please make note of the different application deadlines. |
Experience Awards - Deadline October 1, 2024
Record Book Award - Deadline October 1, 2024
Applying for the Record Book Award requires both of the following two items:
Other Awards - Deadline October 1, 2024
Illinois 4-H Scholarship - Deadline November 1, 2024
Electronic Submission by 4-H Member
Sustaining the Future Award - Deadline January 31, 2025
Electronic Submission by 4-H Member
The purpose of this award is to recognize 4-H members who have exemplified outstanding leadership within the agricultural industry and a desire to remain engaged.
Deadline October 1, 2024
For the 2023-2024 4-H Year, we are asking club leaders to fill out the State 4-H Club EXCEL application for the club of the year and/or club community service awards. 4-H Clubs that EXCEL in their work can compete for state honors in specific award areas. Application Process Complete the Illinois 4-H Club Award Application in one (or more) of these 3 areas:
Clubs may choose to submit on the county level, submit for the state award, or both.
Application deadlines:
We are pleased to introduce a new Livingston County 4-H Scholarship! This scholarship serves to reward Livingston County 4-H members/recent alum who have exhibited outstanding leadership, citizenship, and community service during their 4-H career. Deadline for submission to the office is October 1, 2024. This scholarship is generously funded by the Livingston County Education Association and the University of Illinois Extension.
State 4-H site for additional state awards can be found on the Illinois 4-H Website
2023-2024 Newsletters - Coming soon!
