4-H Youth Development in Prince George's County

4-H is the nation’s largest youth development organization, empowering young people to lead, learn, and serve. 4-H programs help youth ages 5-18 reach their fullest potential through research-backed, hands-on learning experiences that build life skills, leadership, confidence, and meaningful connections to their communities.

In Prince George's County, 4-H programs empower local youth to join community- and school-based clubs that explore areas such as robotics, animal science, outdoor education, healthy living, camping, civic engagement, and community service through fun, hands-on, research-based activities. Contact our office for more information about Prince George's County 4-H.

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4-H in Prince George's County

4-H clubs are located throughout Prince George's County for youth ages 5-18.  To enroll, use our 4-H Online System. It costs $10 per year, with a family maximum of $30.

Enroll with 4-H Online

4-H Clubs in PGC

College Park 4-H Club

Contact: Jenna Jones | jjones37@umd.edu

Teen Leadership Club

Jenna Jones | jjones37@umd.edu

4-H PGC Events Page 

To start a 4-H Club, you need:
  • 2 Certified adult volunteers
  • 5 youth members (from at least 2 families)

Questions? Please email Ariel Brown adelgad2@umd.edu for further assistance.

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Newsletters

Prince George's County 4-H publishes quarterly newsletters that highlight upcoming events, showcase recent events and achievements, and provide additional information for the community. The newsletter is distributed electronically via email. To share information for the newsletter, please reach out to a local team member.

Newsletter Sign-Up

4-H PGC Newsletter Archive

4-H Partnership Request

Are you a local Prince George's County school or organization interested in partnering with the University of Maryland Extension 4-H?

Submit Your Request Here

4-H Program Areas

Maryland 4-H Program Areas

Member & Volunteer Enrollment

Member Enrollment - New 4-H families should go to 4honline.com, create a family profile, and then add and enroll the new 4-H members.

Volunteer Enrollment - Contact the Extension Office to talk with our 4-H educator or program assistant about volunteer opportunities. After speaking with 4-H staff, adults who want to become 4-H volunteers apply online and complete a background check and a brief orientation. 

4-H Online Enrollment Website

4-H Mission & Vision

Maryland 4-H Mission

The Maryland 4-H Youth Development Program provides a supportive and inclusive setting for all youth to reach their fullest potential in a diverse society. Youth learn beneficial and cognitive life skills through community-focused, research-based experiential education programs.

Maryland 4-H Vision

Maryland 4-H aspires to be a recognized leading youth development program that inspires youth and adults to learn, grow, and work together as catalysts for positive change.

The Four Hs

Head, Heart, Hands, and Health are the four Hs in 4‑H. These values guide the programs that help young people learn, grow, and contribute to their communities.   Through life‑changing 4‑H experiences, nearly six million young people nationwide have taken on important issues such as community health inequities, civil discourse, and advocacy for equity and inclusion.

The 4-H Pledge

"I Pledge my Head to clearer thinking,
my Heart to greater loyalty,
my Hands to larger service,
and my Health to better living,
for my club, my community, my country, and my world."

Motto

"To Make The Best Better"

4-H National Council

County and State Fairs

Prince George's County Fair

September 10 - 13, 2026

The Fair Board is seeking vendors, entertainment, and volunteers. Interested parties are encouraged to contact the Fair Board.

Maryland State Fair

The Maryland State Fair will take place over three weekends.

  • August 27 - 30, 2026
  • September 3 - 7, 2026
  • September 10 - 13, 2026

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Maryland 4-H Resources

Explore educational materials, guides, and project publications provided by the University of Maryland Extension 4-H program. Designed for youth, parents, educators, and club leaders, these free resources support hands-on learning in STEM, agriculture, leadership, healthy living, and civic engagement.  Explore all 4-H resources.

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