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If you are interested in becoming an adult volunteer, please fill out this form: Become an Adult Volunteer with Hudson County 4-H!

There are many ways for community members to volunteer and get involved to support the efforts of Hudson County 4-H! Steps to Becoming a Volunteer

  1. Start a 4-H Club and become a 4-H Leader
    • Starting a 4-H club means becoming a leader in youth development, working with 4-H staff to bring your passions to the youth of Hudson County. You’ll create a club based off of your knowledge with help from 4-H staff, and run a fun club on a schedule that works best for you! Additionally, you’ll need to pass a background check (free), and undergo a short Professional Youth Development (PYD) training.
    • As a 4-H leader, your primary role is to guide young people through hands-on learning, nurturing their Head, Heart, Hands, and Health (the 4-H’s) This involves creating a safe and inclusive space where kids can learn by doing and develop essential life skills.
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  2. Join the Hudson County 4-H Advisory Board
    • The Hudson County 4-H Advisory Board is an incorporated non-profit organization of adult volunteers including 4-H Leaders, community volunteers and parents. Some of their goals are the planning and conducting of county-wide programs and activities, fundraising to support 4-H programs and scholarships, and supporting the efforts of all 4-H’ers in the County. 10 meetings a year which alternate between Zoom and in-person, generally on a Thursday evening.
  3. Looking for something more relaxed?
    • We are always looking for volunteer to help out at our RCE Learning Gardens located in Lincoln Park, Jersey City and West Hudson Park, Harrison! All ages and skill levels are welcomed. During open volunteering hours you may help plant seeds, weed garden beds, water plants, harvest herbs & veggies, and more!
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As a 4-H volunteer, you will develop leadership skills and expand your knowledge, gain satisfaction by sharing your knowledge with youth and watching them grow, become an active member of the community, and have many opportunities to meet and share ideas with other adults working to make a positive difference in the lives of youth.

Hudson County 4-H faculty and staff provide training and guidance for all volunteers working with youth.