Dallas County

Texas 4-H is a club for kids and teens ages 5-18, and it’s BIG! It’s the largest youth development program in Texas with more than 550,000 youth each year. No matter where you live or what you like to do, Texas 4-H has something that lets you be a better you!

You may think 4-H is only for your friends with animals, but it’s so much more! You can do activities like leadership, shooting sports, food science, healthy living, robotics, fashion, photography and more. A description for all projects offered through Texas 4-H can be found on the Texas State 4-H website.

Dallas 4-H offers a wide variety of programs, projects, events, contests, and more for youth throughout the district. With 4-H, youth not only learn about sewing, leadership, robotics, and agriculture, but they also get to experience them! Dallas 4-H offers you the opportunity to participate in many projects, such as Leadership, Shooting Sports, Food and Nutrition, Home Economics, Public Speaking, Entomology, and Small Animals.  If you are feeling competitive, 4-H also offers contests like Photography, Food Challenge, Food Show, Consumer Education, Livestock Projects, Fashion and Interior Design, and Agricultural Product Identification. Ambassadors Programs, Community Service, Monthly Business Meetings, Recordkeeping, and so much more are waiting for you! Adults have a chance to give back to their community by serving as Club Managers, Project Leaders, and Adult Volunteers. Browse our website for more information on all of the opportunities that are available for everyone in Dallas County 4-H.

A 4-H club is a group of 4-H members who meet regularly to work on projects, participate in community service, and participate in local events and contests. Curriculum Enrichment are in-depth programs where Dallas County 4-H Staff and Volunteers visit schools and youth groups to provide educational programming and lessons to the youth. These in-depth programs are for varying age levels and include topics such as Life Cycles, Gardening, Food and Nutrition, Exercising, STEM, Cultural Learning, and more! You can also participate in 4-H by attending special interest events we host. Dallas 4-H is open to all youth in Dallas County.

Adults, ages 18 and older, can participate in Dallas County 4-H as Volunteers, including event assistance, managing a club, leading a project, etc.

Participation Fees in 4-H:

• 4-H Member; Ages 8-18: $25 between September 1 & October 31, and $30 beginning November 1
• Clover Kids; Ages 5-7: $10
• Adult Parents & Volunteers; 18+: $10 year-round (**Fee will be cover from our Dallas County 4-H Program to managers and project volunteers).

For interest and participation in 4-H, contact the 4-H County Extension Agents for assistance in guiding you to the correct club and participation level best suited for your family and/or students.

Enrolling in 4-H:

Step 1: Go to your Dallas County 4-H Cooperative Extension website.

Step 2: Find a Club/Group to join.

Each club offers different projects and meeting times. Look for a club/group that appears to be a good fit for your family.  If the project you are looking for is available in a different club/group, you may choose more than one club/group in your county, but one has to be designated as your Primary.

Step 3: Contact the Club/Group Leader(s).

Contact the Club/Group Leader(s) for the club or group you are interested in joining to let them know you are interested in attending a meeting. They can give you more information about their club/group, when and where it meets, and the types of projects they offer.  You may contact multiple clubs/groups.

Step 4: Attend a meeting.

Step 5: Choose a Project.

The Club Leader can let you know what projects are open for enrollment.  You can choose the projects that sound interesting to you. Sign up for at least one project when you enroll.

Step 6: Review the Registration Process.

Review the Family Registration Guide to get details on the registration process.

Step 7: Register now through 4-H Online.

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4-H members and volunteers are required to follow guidelines set forth by club managers, Dallas County 4-H County Extension Agents, Texas 4-H, and National 4-H.

Code of Conduct

As a 4-H Participant/Parent/Guardian I will:

• Treat all people and property with respect, courtesy, consideration and compassion. Avoid and prevent put-downs, insults, name calling, swearing and other language or non-verbal conduct likely to offend, hurt, or set a bad example.
• Keep informed about 4-H program policies and projects and read materials pertaining to the county 4-H program.
• Teach and model kindness and compassion for others. Recognize that all people have skills and talents which can be used to help others and improve the community. Teach and foster teamwork and discourage selfishness.
• Practice fair-mindedness by being open to ideas, suggestions and opens of others. I will make all reasonable efforts to assure equal access to participation for all youth and adults regardless of race, creed, color, sex, national origin or disability. Decisions will be made fairly and treat all individuals and families with impartiality.
• Obey laws and rules as an obligation of being a good citizen. I accept responsibility for the proper treatment and care for other youth and adults, the program facilities and/or equipment.
• Demonstrate the responsible treatment of animals and stewardship of the environment.
• Not use alcohol or illegal substances (or be under the influence) while working with or participating in any part of the 4-H Program.
• Provide a safe environment for all parties involved in 4-H. I will protect those involved from sexual harassment, physical force, verbal or mental abuse, neglect, or other harmful behaviors.