What we Do
202,647 Youth enrolled in Kentucky 4-H
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.
Real Impact, Measurable Results
5,383
Afterschool club
25,975
Community Club
1,107
Individual Study, Mentoring, & Family Clubs
37,495
In-school club
821
Military Club
107,325
School Enrichment
60,372
Special Interest/short-term
Discover how 4-H makes a difference in the lives of young people.
4-Hers, regardless of their background, socio-economic status, race, or gender, benefit from their participation in Kentucky 4-H. The data continues to track the transformational impact 4-H makes on the lives of young people, according to the National 4-H Index Study (2024):
69%
of youth reported that they learned about healthy food choices in 4-H
83%
reported that 4-H has inspired them, with 42% stating they were inspired to volunteer in their community
4-Hers, regardless of their background, socio-economic status, race, or gender, benefit from their participation in Kentucky 4-H. The data continues to track the transformational impact 4-H makes on the lives of young people, according to the National 4-H Index Study (2024):
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- 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
- 69% of youth reported that they learned about healthy food choices in 4-H
- 83% reported that 4-H has inspired them, with 42% stating they were inspired to volunteer in their community
Discover how 4-H makes a difference in the lives of young people.
Annual Repoort
2024 Annual Report
2023 Annual Report
2022 Annual Report
2021 Annual Report