Volunteer Reporting Survey- Now Part of Annual Reporting   The request to include the Annual Volunteer Reporting as part of the Annual Program Reporting has been implemented. It can be found in the FAQ's document for Program Reporting and within the Quick Links on the right-hand side of the Program Development & Reporting Tool. Summarized volunteer data will be collected through the Volunteer Reporting Form .   Each county is asked to submit one survey  documenting the types

"Competing for a grand prize of $1,000, eight finalists took the stage to pitch food-system innovations at the Grow-NY Youth Competition November 13 in Canandaigua, New York. The event, held on the final day of Empire State Development’s Grow-NY Food & Agriculture Startup Competition, showcased middle and high school students from across New York state developing solutions that link agriculture, technology and entrepreneurship."

Tips and tricks to help you develop a research-based training plan for your 4-H Volunteers!  Training that helps volunteers reach their goals and provide high-quality experiences within their role is a foundational element of Volunteer Involvement across our CCE System (VIPP). Throughout the year, we’ll continue to feature bite-sized, grab-and-go resources you can easily add to your 4-H Program toolbox. Each lesson is designed to strengthen volunteer skills, deepen engagemen

Please join us for our next Talks at Twelve – Thursday, December 4 at Noon with danah boyd.     From the early days of online communities, many pundits envisioned a world where people could be more connected around the globe thanks to new technology. And yet, this is not the world that social media brought forth. After years of struggling with misinformation, political polarization, and rampant distrust in institutions, many have begun to wonder if social media might be funda

We’re excited to announce the Northeast Clover Academy 2026  – a time to connect with colleagues in the region, explore new ideas, and reflect on how to apply what you learn in your work. Please save the following Thursday mornings (9:30–11:00 AM EST)  on your calendar: February 12, April 9, May 14, and December 10, 2026 Topics this year will include: Volunteer Management – Recruiting and Retention Program Planning Tools – Turning Ideas into Action Conflict De-escalation Grou

ITHACA, N.Y. — The New York State 4-H Horse Program proudly celebrated an outstanding performance at the 2025 Eastern National 4-H Horse Roundup in Louisville, Kentucky. This is one of the nation’s most prestigious stages for youth equine education. Representing months of study, teamwork, and dedication, New York’s delegation competed among the top 4-H youth   in the country across Horse Bowl, Communications, Judging, and Hippology. Each contest challenged participants to app

It's time to get fired up for our 4-H Volunteer Connections Series- this year, we are adding a November session, and YUP- it's RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!   Wednesday, November 19th from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Here is the registration link PLEASE ENCOURAGE and INVITE your volunteers to attend!

Mark your calendar the upcoming PYD Academy events! Virtual Research to Practice Conference & Immersions   Registration Opens December 1!   February 3–5, 2026 | 12–3:30 PM ET   The conference will equip educators with research-based insights and hands-on strategies to ensure youth are Beyond Ready for work and life. Across three days, leading researchers will share practical applications on challenge and discovery, goal setting, and positive emotionality.   The conference is