Maryland 4-H Facts




What is 4-H?

4-H is the largest youth organization in the United States of America.


Who Can Join 4-H?

Maryland 4-H offers programs for youth ages 5 - 19 years old. Whether you live in Baltimore, Ocean City, or Cumberland, you are eligible for 4-H.


What is the 4-H enrollment in Maryland?

Over 52,000 youth are participating in 4-H programs throughout the state of Maryland.


Why Should I Join 4-H?


What Projects are Available?

A wide range of projects are available in the following areas:


What do the 4-H's represent?

Head--4-H teaches youth decision making skills that help them to become productive members of society.

Heart--Through 4-H, youth learn to appreciate and care about others.

Hands--Youth learn to work for their benefits, and for the benefit of the world around them.

Health--4-H introduces youth to the benefits of fitness and good nutrition.


What are the colors of 4-H?

The 4-H colors are Green & White. The green represents the color of spring and young life. The white represents the purity of youth.


What is the 4-H Motto?

The motto of 4-H is To Make The Best Better.


Who guides 4-H'ers?

Volunteers! Adults, teen leaders, parents, teachers, and others in the community volunteer their time to benefit youth, our future.


Who Supports 4-H Financially?

The Land Grant institution, University of Maryland, county, state, and Federal government through the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Many private sector business donors support 4-H on the county, state, and national level. Many private individuals also support 4-H. The Maryland 4-H Foundation gives leadership to resource development for 4-H.


How Can I Join 4-H?

Contact your local county Extension Service office to find out how to join 4-H!

* Maryland 4-H Home Page
* Maryland Cooperative Extension Service Home
* College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Home