Iowa 4-H Youth Development is the premier youth development program of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. Providing research-based education to K-12 youth, Iowa 4-H focuses on Healthy Living, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math), Leadership and Civic Engagement, and Communication and the Arts. Iowa 4-H builds upon more than a century of experience in positive youth development partnering with youth to help them find their passion. For more information, please visit the Iowa 4-H website.
4-H Clubs in Washington County
Washington County has approximately 650 youth in grades K-12 involved in 4-H. Washington County has 18 community clubs, and 10 Clover Kids clubs. If you are a new family looking to find out more about joining 4-H, visit https://www.extension.iastate.edu/washington/join-4-h
The calendar is not all-inclusive, but does list most of our important events and deadlines. Be sure to read the weekly "This Week in Washington County 4-H" emails to stay up to date on all current 4-H opportunities and registration details.
Shortcut Sheet This is a one-page resource with QR codes of shortcuts with useful links 4-Hers will want to reference throughout the year to research project areas, brainstorm exhibit ideas, 4hOnline, YQCA, Fair Entry, County Fair resources and more!
If you/your child requires special accommodations to participate in 4-H events/club activities/county fair, please see the complete Accommodation Request process at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/diversity/reasonable-accommodation-practices. An Accommodation Request Form is available from that link or from the Washington County Extension Office and due no later than 30 days prior to the event or activity. Submitting a request for accommodation on shorter notice may reduce or limit county extension’s ability to implement the accommodations.
Washington County 4-H Financials
4-H Newsletters
- August/September 2023
- June 2023 (Fair Newsletter)
- April - May 2023
- June-July 2022
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DocumentApril - May 2022 (8.6 MB)
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DocumentOctober - November 2021 (5.83 MB)
- August-September 2021
New Member Newsletters
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DocumentAugust 2023 New Member Newsletter (614.52 KB)
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DocumentMay 2023 New Member Newsletter (1.11 MB)
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DocumentFebruary 2023 New Member Newsletter (7.97 MB)
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DocumentAugust 2022 New Member Newsletter (1.23 MB)
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DocumentApril 2022 New Member Newsletter (899.14 KB)
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DocumentFebruary 2022 New Member Newsletter (1.45 MB)
Clover Kids Corner Newsletter
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DocumentAugust 2023 (19.21 MB)
4-H County Council
County Council is a group of Washington County 4-H'ers in grades 10-12. The group provides input into the county 4-H program, plans and carries out county-wide activities for youth, and provides leadership opportunities. County Council members are ambassadors of the 4-H program and are positive role models for younger 4-H members.
Check out pictures on our Washington County 4-H Facebook page of County Council events, as well as other events the County Council helps with!
*Last names are withheld for security purposes.
4-H & Youth Committee
4-H & Youth Committee is a group of adults who help plan and carry out 4-H and youth programming in Washington County. Members of County Council also serve on this committee. The committee are ambassadors of the 4-H program.
4-H & Youth Committee members :
- Jason Anderson
- Kathleen Brinning
- Ashley Conrad
- Lindsay Crawford
- Karen Dennler
- Kathy Dolan
- Melinda Eakins
- Kim Farrell
- Barbie Ford
- Theresa Hora
- Dan Northup
- Tye Rinner
- Stephanie Sexton
- Randy Stalder
- Jeremy Statler
- Julie Stout
- Mike Todd
- Bret West
4-H Endowment
The Washington County 4-H Endowment fund is intended for youth programming in Washington County. When the fund reaches a specified amount of money, the interest can be used for 4-H programming. All donated money stays in Washington County. For more information on how to be a 4-H Endowment donor, contact the Washington County Extension Office.

Washington County 4-H Endowment donors are recognized at the annual 4-H Award Family Fun Night.