By the Numbers:
- 255,468 California youth participate in 4-H Youth Development Programs.
- 69% of California 4-H members believe science is useful for solving everyday problems.
- 67% of 4-H youth believe they can make a difference in their community.
- 4-H participants are 1.7X as likely as other youth to plan to pursue a career in science.
- 4-H participants are 2X as likely as other youth to participate in science programs.
- 4-H girls compared to girls not in 4-H, are 2X as likely to have plans to pursue science careers.
Your Donation's Impact
Future leaders in America need your help! As a non-profit organization, we depend on the generosity of donors just like you to ensure our programs have a lasting impact on the young people all around us.
Programs such as 4-H are delivering valuable, hands on learning experiences to young people right now, engaging their imaginations and cultivating critical skills that they need to be prepared for a life of citizenship and meaningful contribution.
No donation is too small, start making a difference today with your tax deductible contribution.
Our Wish List
- $25 - Buys basic equipment for a beehive
- $50 - Covers 4-H yearly membership fees for a low-income youth
- $100 - Buys a sewing machine for use in club projects
- $150 - Partial scholarship for local child's 4-H Camp registration
- $200 - Partial scholarship for a youth to attend the 4-H State Leadership Conference
- $250 - Provides resources for local school garden program for one year
From an Alumni
Kate Lyn Sutherland shares her 4-H experience. Video by 4-H alumni Rebecca Bernal.