4‑H Youth Development

The 4‑H Youth Development program uses a learn-by-doing approach to enable youth to develop the knowledge, attitudes, and skills they need to become competent, caring, and contributing citizens of the world. The goals of the 4‑H Youth Development Program are to:

• Provide informal, educational programs for youth in grades K–13 (one year out of high school).
• Encourage responsibility, community awareness and character development in youth.
• Increase knowledge and strengthen skills in adults working with youth through training, resources and support materials. Improve community partnerships and collaborations.

Passaic County 4‑H is a youth development program serving youth throughout Passaic County. We are one of the many programs offered by Rutgers Cooperative Extension.  4‑H is one of the largest youth development organizations in the U.S.; and we offer youth opportunities to explore the areas of science, engineering, technology, healthy lifestyle, and citizenship.

4‑H Clubs

There are 8 active 4‑H clubs located around Passaic County. Clubs are led by trained volunteers and each club has a different focus area and club members participate in various projects throughout the year.

In-School/After-School Enrichment Programs

Passaic County 4‑H offers in school and after-school enrichment programs which focus on many topics including healthy living, science, engineering, and technology.

Additional Information

• Quarterly Newsletters
• Fair Materials
• 4‑H Camp
• Passaic County 4-H Through the Years
• 4-H National Trips
• Passaic County 4-H Needs Assessment 2025-26

For more information please contact Passaic County 4-H

Email: Passaic4H@njaes.rutgers.edu

Phone: (973) 684-4786

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