Positive 4-H Youth Development Programs for Military-Connected Families

​Who is part of the 4-H Military Partnership?

We're a supportive collaboration between military and land grant university partners whose mission is to
integrate research-based youth development programs for military-connected youth and families.

Alumni & Project Spotlights

We are excited to share stories from 4-H alums who grew up in military-connected families. They share their ups and downs and how 4-H impacted their lives. We are also excited to highlight several projects and programs from Extension 4-H programs nationwide as we celebrate National 4-H Week. and our efforts to help military-connected youth be beyond ready. .Ready to lead, Ready to serve, Ready to build, Ready to imagine, And ready to succeed.


​Learn with Us Every Third Thursday!

Join with others working with military-connected youth in 4-H programming as we explore issues, trends, and curricula to support our work. Each month's session is an engaging opportunity with a presenter and includes Q&A. Plus, sessions are recorded for playback. 

Looking for Military-Connected
​ 4-H Alums

Are you a 4-H alum who grew up in a military family or know someone who is? We want to hear your story and have a quick survey to complete so a member of our team can connect.  We want to share stories and learn more about the 4-H experiences.
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RFA Open for Military Teen Adventure Camp

Purdue University invites interested LGUs to submit applications through the open RFA process.  Proposals will be accepted through Nov 22 for Adventure Camp opportunities designed for military youth, ages 13-18 of Active Duty, Guard, Reserve and Retired personnel at regional locations around the U.S. and its territories.​

4-H Military Partnership Gear
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Sport the 4-H Military Partnership logo on 4-H gear. From stickers and bags to tees and sweats, the brand is available for purchase at shop4h.  A portion of the proceeds from purchases supports educational efforts of the partnership.

4-H Military Partnership
​Marketing Tool Kit

​The 4-H Military Partnership  toolkit is available online for anyone working with the project.  You'll find the logos, templates, and flyers and other tools to promote and brand your 4-H Military Partnership activities.

CYFAR 4-H Military Partnership Professional Development and Technical Assistance Project

The NC State CYFAR 4-H Military Partnership Professional Development and Technical Assistance (MPPD&TA) Project is designed to build capacity, support military services in the development of 4-H programming, and extend the synergy of a historic partnership. Through professional development, communication, and evaluation, the project combines the knowledge and resources of Cooperative Extension and military services.​

The CYFAR 4-H MPPD&TA project focuses on the development of resources to educate and inform professionals working with military-connected youth.

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North Carolina State University (NC State) is dedicated to equality of opportunity and is committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s age (40 or older), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation or veteran status. In support of these goals, this regulation requires all employees to complete an approved training program designed to educate employees about their rights and responsibilities as to NC State’s policies regarding equal opportunity and non-discrimination.  In addition, in order to comply with federal law, individuals who are “responsible employees” under this regulation must complete an approved training program that covers the university’s Title IX obligations to prevent and address incidents of sexual assault within the university community.  The 4-H Military Partnership is dedicated to welcoming and serving audiences of all backgrounds and fostering a working environment where all employees feel welcomed and respected.