Interested in becoming a 4-H Volunteer? Applications due January 2, 2024

This is a great time to begin the process if you are interested in becoming a volunteer. Please contact us at 419-422-3851. 

Each year, more than 25,000 adult and teen volunteers contribute their time, energies, and talents to enable Ohio 4-H to reach nearly 300,000 youth.

All individuals who are interested in volunteering with The Ohio State University and working with members of a "vulnerable population" (minors, elderly over age 65, or individuals with disabilities) MUST complete a selection process under the direction of an Extension professional.

Potential volunteers will:

• Receive a position description - link to cover letter
• Complete an application and return to Extension office - Link to Volunteer Application Form
• Have references collected by Extension professionals (named on application form)
• Complete an interview
• Submit to a criminal history fingerprint record check - Contact the Extension Office for your Fingerprint "How-to" page
• Agree to, and sign the "Volunteer Standards of Behavior Form" found in Volunteer Application Form
• Participate in an orientation/training program

Advisor Resources

• Request a copy of a recent OHIO BCI Background Check
• Link to Ohio 4-H Club Management Resources, Policies, and Procedures
• Financial Management Forms and Links for 4-H Clubs/Affiliates
• Link to Ohio 4-H Volunteer Handbook
• 4-H Constitution & template for Bylaws
• Regional 4-H Events Page - includes QA dates, PAS shows, Clinics, Camps etc.
• Link to Project Central - an easy way to preview Ohio 4-H project books & resources
• Suggested learning activities for beef, bees, cavy, dog, goat, Llama/Alpaca, & pocket pet projects - beginner, intermediate & advanced level ideas
• Link to Creating a Winning 4-H Achievement Record
• Hancock Park District has programs that would make great club activities or could assist members with natural resources projects. Here's a link to the listing on Ed Lentz's Natural Resources Page