Contra Costa County 4-H Youth Development Program

The Contra Costa County 4-H Youth Development Program offers hands-on activities in animal science, outdoor cooking, robotics and STEM, public speaking, arts and crafts, community service, and leadership development. In UC 4-H, youth design and participate in their own programs and activities, and members choose projects, set goals, practice skills, present their work, and serve their community. Project groups and Community Clubs typically meet in the evenings or on weekends, and youth also have opportunities to participate in county, regional, or state events and conferences where they can show their project work, learn new skills, and provide a community service.

• Ages: 5–18 years old

Every club in the Contra Costa County 4-H Youth Development Program is led by screened and trained adult volunteers, and UC 4-H Community Clubs are comprised of youth ages 5–19 years old who are supervised by approved adult volunteers. 4-H is open to youth ages 5–8 as Primary members, youth ages 9–18 as Regular members, and adults who want to serve as volunteers, and UC 4-H serves youth 5–19 years old throughout California in urban, suburban, and rural communities. UC 4-H Clubs elect youth officers and have an approved constitution and bylaws to govern the club, and email is the best form of communication. 4-H, the largest youth development organization in the nation, helps young people to reach their full potential as competent, confident leaders of character who contribute and are connected to their communities. In Contra Costa County, youth ages 5–18 can explore projects, serve their communities, and grow as leaders with the support of trained adult volunteers. 4-H welcomes youth of all abilities, backgrounds, and experiences, is committed to providing equal access and reasonable accommodations so every young person can participate fully, and families who need accommodations are directed to contact the County 4-H Office.

Last updated July 2, 2026.