What we Do
The Kentucky 4-H Foundation
Kentucky 4-H Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to the financial support of the Kentucky 4-H Youth Development Program. The Foundation is a partner of the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment and the Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, 4-H Youth Development.
Kentucky 4-H impacts the lives of over 200,000 youth annually, offering valuable education and life skill development opportunities. Through these programs, young people gain the confidence, capabilities, and experience needed to become engaged, responsible, and impactful members of their communities.
Measurable Results
80%
reported that 4-H helped them explore career options
50%
reported that 4-H has helped them with college decision-making
66%
said 4-H helped them see how science can solve everyday problems
Discover how 4-H makes a difference in the lives of young people.
Over the last year, your generous gifts have provided countless opportunities for 4-H youth across Kentucky to thrive, grow, and lead with confidence. Because of your support, young people have discovered new passions, built lifelong skills, and made a lasting impact in their communities. In the following pages of this annual report, you’ll find inspiring stories and powerful examples of how your investment in Kentucky 4-H is changing lives—one youth at a time.
Real Impact
69%
of youth reported that they learned about healthy food choices in 4-H
83%