The Polk County 4-H Youth Development Program provides opportunities for youth to develop skills that they can use now and throughout their lives. At Polk County 4-H we value:
• Youth as powerful members of society
• Youth and adults as caring partners
• Learning as a lifelong commitment
• Diversity and social conscience
• Doing our best and making it better
Vision: Preparing Iowa’s youth to be successful, contributing members of society.
Mission: 4-H empowers youth to reach their full potential through youth-adult partnerships and research-based experiences.
The 4-H program’s vision, mission, and values emphasize the importance of youth and adults working as partners to improve the group experience as well. A positive youth-adult partnership ensures that the essential elements - belonging, independence, mastery and generosity - are being practiced in 4-H programming. Learn more about how to join-4-H, become a volunteer, or schedule 4-H programming at your community organization through the links below.
