4-H Program Information

4-H Mission Statement

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program Engages youth in reaching their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development.

 4-H Pledge

As a true 4-H member,

    I pledge my Head to clearer thinking

    my Heart to greater loyalty

    My Hands to honor service

    and my Heath to better living    

for my Club my Community my Country and my World.

4-H Motto

To make the best better.

4-H Emblem

The 4-H emblem is a four leaf clover with the letter "H" on each leaf. The four H's stand for Head, Heart, Hands, and Heath. The leaves of the clover are green and the H's are white. The white is four purity and the green is natures most common color and symbolizes youth, life, and growth.

4-H Goals

In 4-H you will have the opportunity to:

• Develop initiative and assume responsibility.
• Develop leadership and be of service to others.
• Develop the ability to live and work cooperatively with others.
• Acquire knowledge and skills and explore careers.
• Achieve satisfaction from work an accomplishments.
• Choose from alternatives and plan satisfying lives.
• Develop a positive self image.

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