We believe "it takes a village to raise a child," and our supporters are an integral part of that village.
We refer to our network of volunteers, supporters and alumni as supporters because without you, the 4-H experience would not be possible for thousands of South Dakota youth. Join us if you would like to invest time, energy or resources to strengthen the next generation of young people.
4-H Volunteers
Volunteers work with 4-H professionals across the state on projects, programs, clubs, judging and leadership opportunities for young people.
4-H Alumni
4-H offers ways to continue being involved whether you recently graduated or participated decades ago.
4-H Supporters
4-H supporters are dedicated individuals, organizations, and community partners who share a common commitment to empowering youth through hands-on learning, leadership development, and civic engagement.
Upcoming Events
South Dakota 4-H Gala
The South Dakota 4-H Gala will be held on November 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. CST at SDSU Alumni Center (815 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57006).
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4-H Volunteer Hall of Fame
The South Dakota 4-H Volunteer Hall of Fame recognizes and celebrates adult volunteers who have dedicated themselves to making significant contributions to the development of the SDSU Extension 4-H Youth Development program.
Volunteers
SDSU Extension volunteers participate in a variety of service programs through our organization, helping us expand the scope and effectiveness of our mission. In exchange for their service, volunteers receive training on a wide array of topics of interest to them.