Military readiness through 4-H positive youth development for youth, families, and communities.
Who We Are
A collaboration of military and land grant universities (The University of Tennessee and Tennessee State University) partners who intentionally integrate research-based programs and resources for military-connected youth, families, and communities to thrive.
What We Do
4-H Military Partnership focuses on positive youth development through providing opportunities for youth to engage in intentional learning experiences. We partner with military installations to receive the training and resources needed to succeed in equipping the next generation of leaders.
Why We Do It
As military families move frequently and experience the difficulties surrounding deployment and reintegration, 4-H provides predictable programming and a safe and nurturing environment for military connected children and youth to excel.
Getting Involved with 4-H Club
Join 4-H
(use the QR code below)
4-H is the largest youth development organization in the United States with over 7 million youth members.
The UT Extension Blount County staff is responsible for 4-H programs and programming in Blount County Tennessee. Counties conduct programs differently but have the same end in mind.
Whether you live in the city, suburb or rural area, there’s something for you in 4-H. In Blount County, you can join 4-H if you are at least a 4th grader all the way through high school (ages of 9-19).
We do offer special age-appropriate programs designed especially for younger kids. Sign up for those notifications.
Check with the Blount County Extension office to find out what projects and activities are available for your youth.
Become a 4-H Volunteer
Adult volunteers play an important role in the 4-H program.
Volunteers coordinate local community clubs and help to plan and conduct local, regional, state, and national 4-H events.
Over 500,000 teen and adult volunteers share their time and talents with 4-H youth. Call the Blount County Extension office to learn about applying and receive training to become a 4-H Volunteer.
Contact:
James McMillion: jmcmilli@utk.edu
