4-H Youth Development

4-H Youth Development offers youth hands-on educational experiences that foster real-world skills, curiosity, and leadership. Guided by our core values of Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, 4-H focuses on STEM, agriculture, healthy living, and civic engagement, providing a safe, fun environment for youth to explore their interests and find their spark.

Current Mecklenburg County 4-Hers at 4-H Congress
Mecklenburg County 4-H

The Mecklenburg County 4-H program is growing and looking to bring programming to the community. Please visit the 4-H Mecklenburg County page to learn more about 4-H in your community.

Mecklenburg County 4-H
4-H Enrollment

4-H enrollment is the first step to joining the largest youth development organization in North America.

Enrolling in 4-H
4-H Clubs

Clubs are a foundational element in 4-H. It is a great way for youth to connect, build strong relationships, and explore shared interests.

4-H Clubs
4-H Club Leaders & Volunteers

4-H club leaders and volunteers play a pivotal role in positive youth development and are the backbone of the 4-H program.

4-H Club Leaders & Volunteers
4-H School Programs

4-H School Programs are great resources for schools, homeschools, and other educational organizations to use.

4-H School Programs
4-H Workshops

4-H offers short-term educational experiences where members explore topics in agriculture, civic engagement, healthy living, STEM, and more.

4-H Workshops
4-H Camps

Learn about 4-H camp opportunities in North Carolina 4-H.

Explore Camp Resources
4-H Events, Programs, and Projects

4-H events, programs, and projects are unique, educational, and empowering opportunities for youth in 4-H.

4-H Events, Programs, and Projects
4-H Book Club

The Mecklenburg County 4-H Book Club homepage. Learn how to get involved.

4-H Book Club
Partner with 4-H

4-H works alongside the community, schools, and other youth organizations in Mecklenburg County.

Partner with 4-H
4-H Curriculum & Kit Library

Explore the 4-H curriculum and resources available to Mecklenburg County.

4-H Curriculum & Kit Library
4-H Contact

If you have questions or want to discuss how 4-H can serve you, please contact the 4-H agent.

Contact Information

News

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A three-dimensional green silhouette of North Carolina featuring the white “$4 for 4-H” campaign logo and 4-H clover emblem. A large yellow starburst appears behind the state against a dark green background.
$4 for 4-H Reaches All 100 Counties

Published - October 9, 2026

4-H Volunteers at a county event
4-H Volunteer Interest Meeting

Published - September 29, 2026

University, 4-H and FFA representatives cut red, blue and green ribbons outside the entrance of the new CALS Extension Building as North Carolina 4-H and FFA state officers hold them.
New Home, Same Mission.

Published - September 28, 2026

$4 for 4-H, October 4-8
$4 for 4-H: Help Turn North Carolina Green

Published - September 23, 2026

4-H Club Members
Join Mecklenburg County 4-H

Published - September 8, 2026

A 4-H member paints a large green 4-H clover emblem on a white fabric banner spread across the grass.
Celebrate National 4-H Week 2026

Published - September 3, 2026