Dear 4-H Educators, Staff, and Executive Directors, We warmly invite you to join the Expanded NYS 4-H Team for an upcoming meeting designed to connect, update, and meet in-person with our statewide 4-H community. During this session, we will share important updates about the NYS 4-H program, along with timely information from Administration. This is also an opportunity for open conversation—participants will be encouraged to visit with state 4-H staff, share their needs, wish

The Collective: An Opportunity for 4-H professionals to strengthen and streamline marketing efforts. Hosted by National 4-H Council, the Collective is: A network of 30+ 4-H professionals passionate about deepening and strengthening 4-H marketing and communications efforts A quarterly meeting to dive into campaign updates, social media, storytelling, and emerging trends A direct line to key updates from National 4-H Council's subject matter experts A contributor to shaping and

ITHACA, N.Y. — The New York State 4-H Horse Program proudly presented its highest honor, the Head, Heart, Hands & Hooves Award, to Barb Jones during the recent Horse Education Advisory Committee (HEAC) meeting. This newly established award recognizes individuals whose steadfast leadership, service, and commitment have guided the program with resilience, integrity, and heart through times of change. The Head, Heart, Hands & Hooves Award was created to honor those who exemplify

Dear Friends, We’re excited to announce that the 2026 World Food Prize Foundation New York Youth Institute (NYYI) will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026 , at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York! Please save the date and join us for this inspiring, day-long program. Registration is now open on our website HERE , and the student Global Challenge Research Paper guide is available HERE . Teachers and other mentors are encouraged to share expected student numbers early t

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

If you haven't already, save the date for the 2025 TSC Fall Paper Clover Campaign! Since 2010, Tractor Supply has partnered with 4‑H to prepare youth to be ready for work and life. The success of the Paper Clover campaign has raised more than $24 million to impact local youth with the technical skills and life skills that prepare them for whatever comes their way. 100 percent of funds raised through the bi-annual Paper Clover campaign directly benefits 4‑H youth. 90 percent o

Tips and tricks to help you develop a research-based training plan for your 4-H Volunteers (or a quick tip to share in your newsletter)! Training to help 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 coming year, we’ll continue to highlight bite-sized, grab-and-go resources for you to add to your 4-H Program toolbox! Each lesson highlights p