WHAT IS 4-H?
Nationally, 4-H Youth Development creates opportunities for you to develop
skills, practical knowledge, and wisdom through observing, doing, and reflecting
on experiences. We call this "learning by doing" -- a
learning model that has been active and successful for 100 years.
4-H is the youth development
program of Cornell Cooperative Extension, linking the resources of Cornell
University to young people. We create supportive learning environments in
which diverse youth and adults reach their fullest potential as capable,
competent, and caring citizens.
By combining project activities
with opportunities to go to camp, publicly show their work, travel, host
international youth, and attend meetings and events at Cornell University, 4-H
provides a framework on which young people can build self-confidence,
responsibility and generosity.
Who sponsors 4-H in Ulster
County?
4-H is an educational program provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension in each
of the state's 57 counties and New York City. Funding for this program
comes from the United States Department of Agriculture, New York State, the
Ulster County Legislature, grants and contracts, donations and fees for service.
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County's Board of Directors hires Cooperative Extension
Educators and staff to coordinate and organize the program areas.
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