UGA Extension DeKalb 4-H

Put a kid in 4-H.

No really. Put a kid in 4-H! Give them the opportunity to gain real, lasting life skills that will shape who they become long after childhood is over.

4-H is more than raising animals. It’s more than ribbons and fairs. 4-H gives kids a place to belong. It gives them a community. It teaches them how to win with grace and lose with dignity. It shows them how to work hard for something and see it through to the end.

And the best part? There’s a place for every kid.

Not every child has land, money, or the ability to raise livestock, and they don’t have to. 4-H offers opportunities in art, cooking, photography, mechanics, public speaking, leadership, livestock judging, and so much more. It allows kids to explore their interests, discover passions they didn’t even know they had, and build confidence in who they are.

Put a kid in 4-H and watch them grow.

Watch them learn responsibility by caring for something that depends on them. Watch them develop discipline when they have to show up every day, even when they don’t feel like it. Watch them gain confidence when they step into a ring, present a project, or speak in front of a crowd.

In a world where so much feels uncertain, where we question what we hear, what we’re taught, and even what we eat, give a kid something real.

Teach them where their food comes from.
Teach them the value of hard work.
Teach them that success doesn’t happen overnight.
Teach them that failure isn’t the end, it’s just part of the process.

Give them the chance to raise something, build something, create something, something they can be proud of.

Give them the opportunity to learn humility, respect, patience, and perseverance. Because when a kid realizes the world doesn’t revolve around them, but that they do have a meaningful place in it, that’s when growth really happens.

4-H doesn’t just build projects.
It builds character.
It builds leaders.
It builds future farmers, business owners, teachers, parents, and community members.

Put a kid in 4-H… and you’re not just investing in their future, you’re investing in all of ours!

PUT A KID IN 4-H! 🍀

Every child deserves a summer filled with growth, confidence, and joy 🌟At 4-H Summer Camp with DeKalb County; youth unplug, try new things, build leadership skills, and discover who they are becoming.

This summer, we’re committed to making camp accessible to every child—no matter their circumstances.

➡️ Register your child
➡️ Sponsor a camper
➡️ Support our Stuff the Bus campaign

What a day!
Thank you for a fun-filled day at the DeKalb County 4-H 🍀Fall Festival!🍂🍁
The rain didn't stop us!🌦️ Even with smaller crowds, our families:
*Jumped, played, and leveled up at the bounce house, and game truck🎮
*Played classic games like UNO🃏 and Connect Four
*Enjoyed delicious food from a local vendor🍗🍟🥤

We're so grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make the day special. Every smile, laugh, and new connection reminded us why 4-H is all about growth, confidence, and community.🍀💚
If you missed it, don't worry--there are plenty more ways to get involved with DeKalb County 4-H! Keep checking in for updates on upcoming programs and events.

A HUGE thank you to East Central DeKalb Community & Senior Center for allowing us to use your beautiful facility! Your staff was amazing and tremendously helpful.💚

Don’t forget to come see us and have some fun

Big news! 4-H is teaming up with NBCUniversal and Wicked Movie to celebrate youth who lead with heart and hands 🩷💚🫶.

As an official nonprofit partner of Wicked: For Good—in theaters Nov. 21—4-H is shining a spotlight on young changemakers who prove that everyday acts of good can be powerful.

Stay tuned for the Challenge launching Oct. 9 during National 4-H Week! https://bit.ly/3IOSqHZ