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.

Celebrate Month of the Military Child

 April is  Month of the Military Child. There are more than 1.6 million military children who face unique experiences as a result of their parents' service. The 4-H Military Partnership joins the Department of Defense,  state and local governments, schools, military serving organizations, companies and private citizens in celebrating military children and the sacrifices they make. 

Share Your Month of the Military Child Story

During Month of the Military Child, we want to share your celebration stories. The 4-H Cooking Club at NSA Naples School Age Care program celebrated their Purple Up! Day making homemade purple cupcakes. Not only did the youth learn all about reading recipes and measurements but they had a great time celebrating. Let us know what you're club is doing this month to add to our stories.

Learn with Us 

Professional Development the Third Thursday of the Month
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. 

Beyond Ready

Supporting Military Connected Youth, Families, and Professionals
We are excited to offer regional training in your area.  Build your facilitation skills, explore 4-H curriculum and share ideas with other Extension and military service personnel as we prepare to be beyond ready.
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Alumni &
​Project Spotlights​

We are excited to share stories from 4-H alums who grew up in military-connected families. We are also excited to highlight several projects and programs from Extension    4-H programs nationwide. We are ready to lead, ready to serve, ready to build, ready to imagine, and ready to succeed.

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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4-H Military Partnership Curriculum, Resources, & Gear​

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Looking for 4-H curriculum or resources? Wanting to sport the 4-H Military Partnership logo on 4-H gear? You'll find it all at Shop 4-H. From stickers and bags to tees and curricula guides, it's all online.   A portion of the proceeds from purchases supports educational efforts of the 4-H Military Partnership.

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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