If you are interested in volunteering, please register in 4-H Online as a "NEW Volunteer Applicant." After completing the UME background and screening process, you will receive additional information regarding the volunteer training.
Volunteers play a vital role in the ongoing growth and development of those in the 4‑H Youth Development program.
No matter how much time you have, volunteering with 4-H makes a difference by helping youth explore and discover the skills they need to lead for a lifetime. There are lots of ways to get involved!
1. Help youth lead a club - serve as a club leader
2. Teach a skill - teach a workshop
3. Judge projects
4. Plan or help at an event
5. Serve on an advisory board/committee
6. Help with a specific 4-H project area
7. Assist with program delivery
8. Volunteer for a fair or show committee
9. Utilize your professional skills
10. Share your experiences - pitch your passion - share your volunteer experiences and share your career
Volunteers and teen leaders are encouraged to enhance their skills by registering for the Cecil County 4-H Volunteer Development Series. You can choose which topics you would like to attend. These are opportunities for UME Volunteers and teens to enhance their youth development skills.
Classes will take place virtually unless otherwise noted. Classes are not being offered at this time.
| MONTH | DUE DATE | DOCUMENT | SUBMITTED BY |
|---|---|---|---|
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Opens @ January 10 |
March 1 May 1 |
Volunteer Reenrollment in 4H Online Youth Reenrollment in 4H Online |
4-H Volunteers 4-H Members/Families |
| January 15 |
Club Program Plan (including Officer List & Fundraising Plans) |
Club Leader | |
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Friday after Martin L. King Holiday |
4-H Member Record Books |
Signed by Club Leader |
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| January | 31 |
Club Secretary's Book (OPTIONAL) |
Club Leader |
| 31 | Achievement Night Nomination | Club Leader | |
| September | 15 |
Club Treasurer's Book, Annual Financial Summary (with all signatures) & Bank Statements for previous fiscal year (Jul 1-June 30) |
Club Leader |
| 15 |
Club Annual Property Inventory Form for previous year |
Club Leader | |
| October | 15 |
Completed IRS 990-N e-postcard Proof of previous year filing (Jul 1-Jun 30) |
Completed by 4-H Educator |
| November | No Benefit Auction for 2022 |
Annual 4-H Benefit Auction Donation Form for each item donated |
Club Leader & 4-H Families |
| Various |
30 days prior to event |
Club Fundraiser Approval Request Form |
Club Leader |
| Various |
Liability Release and Informed Consent Agreement (if applicable) (all 1 form) |
Retained by Club Leader |
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| Various |
Permission to Travel To/From a 4-H Event |
Retained by Club Leader |
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| Various |
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In-Person Attendance Record |
Retained by Club Leader |
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