

To grow, dream, connect, lead...one of our foundational beliefs that has guided us for more than 100 years is belonging. We believe that all youth deserve a space where they can be surrounded by people who are cheering for their success. At Illinois 4-H we are committed to the mission that all youth feel welcomed and have an equal opportunity to learn and grow in a safe environment.
In 4-H, you learn by doing and you usually have a pretty great time while you're doing it! Want to know more about what your 4-H experience might look like?
4-H is a place where you can find where you belong. It's where you decide what matters to you and learn about things that interest you. And, it's the place where you serve in the community where you live.
Interested in learning more about 4-H but not sure where to start? Complete this interest survey below to find the 4-H group that's just right for you. Ready to enroll? Select the tab for the county you are interested in for their enrollment process. If you're already a member, you'll find everything you're looking for in the links below.
When: Saturday, November 4, 2023
Where: Livestock Pavilion, U of I Campus
The State 4-H Livestock Ambassador Team, along with Champaign, Ford, Iroquois and Vermilion 4-H, and the Department of Animal Sciences, is hosting a Livestock Skillathon contest. A short workshop will follow after the contest. This skillathon event will help prepare members with the knowledge they will need for the Superior Young Producers Skillathon, which is held annually at the Illinois State Fair.
The contest will include a livestock knowledge quiz, hay judging, wool judging, and the identification of breeds, feeds, meat cuts, and equipment.
Event Schedule
8:30am-9am: Check in
9am-12pm: Skillathon Contest
12pm-1pm: Lunch and Workshop
Entry fee is $5 and includes lunch. No refunds, sorry. Registration deadline October 31. /media/2344
When: Monday, February 19, 2024
This training provided by the Illinois State 4-H Youth Leadership Team, gives you the chance to explore your own 4-H history and why you are involved, put that story into words, and learn the best ways to approach donors, civic groups, elected officials, and others to talk about 4-H. Learn why 4-H believes in Positive Youth Development and how we emphasize the essential elements of Belonging, Independence, Generosity and Mastery. Once you’re trained, you’ll receive an invitation to be a part of our Legislative Connection events.
We’re looking for 4-H members interested in spreading the great news about 4-H! 4-H members 14 years of age or older can join the Speaking for Illinois 4-H team. There will be a training offered on Monday, February 19.
We're waiving the enrollment fees for new and existing members who enroll in 4-H for the 2022-2023 4-H year (September 1st, 2022- August 31st, 2023). Youth are able to join 4-H at any time of the year, but why not now? This is a great time to start your 4-H adventure and take advantage of this special enrollment fee waiver.
Questions about enrolling in 4-H, selecting projects, ordering project books, and volunteering? Check out our FAQ sheet or contact the Livingston County Extension Office for assistance at 815-842-1776.
View Livingston County's 4-H page here!
We're waiving the enrollment fees for new and existing members who enroll in 4-H for the 2022-2023 4-H year (September 1st, 2022- August 31st, 2023). Youth are able to join 4-H at any time of the year, but why not now? This is a great time to start your 4-H adventure and take advantage of this special enrollment fee waiver.
Questions about enrolling in 4-H, selecting projects, ordering project books, and volunteering? Contact the McLean County Extension Office for assistance at 309-663-8306.
View McLean County's 4-H page here!
We're waiving the enrollment fees for new and existing members who enroll in 4-H for the 2022-2023 4-H year (September 1st, 2022- August 31st, 2023). Youth are able to join 4-H at any time of the year, but why not now? This is a great time to start your 4-H adventure and take advantage of this special enrollment fee waiver.
Questions about enrolling in 4-H, selecting projects, ordering project books, and volunteering? Contact the Woodford County Extension Office for assistance at 309-467-3789.
View Woodford County's 4-H page here!
The Youth Leadership Team, a group made up of 4-H youth throughout Illinois that provides the youth voice for the University of Illinois Extension State 4-H Program, has released their Quarterly Report for January through March 2022. Click here to check it out to see what they have been involved with!