Nebraska 4-H Month, held during February each year, is an opportunity to celebrate 4-H locally, invite new members and volunteers, and have fun! In 2025, we will celebrate all the opportunities 4-H offers to help young people to be Beyond Ready.
Dates to celebrate:
4-H Spirit Day - Thursday, Feb. 6
• Wear green, the 4-H emblem, or your favorite 4-H T-shirt!
• Share your 4-H Spirit on social media using #NE4HMonth and #4HBeyondReady
4-H Volunteer Appreciation Day - Thursday, Feb. 13
• Send handwritten thank-you notes, treats, or goody bags to your club and project leaders.
• Shout out your club and project leaders on social media using #NE4HMonth.
• Nominate your favorite 4-H volunteer for a Nebraska 4-H Volunteer Recognition Award.
4-H Supporter Appreciation Day - Thursday, Feb. 20
• Ask your local Extension office for the contact information for a 4-H donor and sponsor (email lancaster4h@unl.edu). Send them a handwritten thank-you note.
4-H Give Back to Your Community/Service Day - Thursday, Feb. 27
• Coordinate your own community service project, such as picking up trash, holding a food drive, collecting items for a local shelter, or making care packages. For more inspiration, check out these 4-H civic engagement ideas. After the project is complete, be sure to submit your community service project for a chance to see it showcased by Nebraska 4-H.
• Contribute to other groups' community service projects.
• Volunteer your time with a local non-profit organization.
"Pop" Into 4-H - Get Enrolled in 4-H Today! - Friday, Feb. 28
• Enroll in 4-H for 2025!