Thank you for your interest in becoming a 4-H volunteer!

Most people who choose to work with children are caring, responsible people who have the needs and best interests of the children in mind at all times.  They are members of caring communities who play a significant role in helping young people on their journey to a competent and contributing adulthood.

 Michigan State University Extension continues to respond to the needs of children by providing experiences with the leadership of adult volunteers.  MSU Extension must make sure that the process of selecting individuals to serve as volunteers adequately identifies, selects, trains and supports those interested in volunteer leadership.  It is clearly our responsibility as youth workers and volunteers to do all we can to ensure that children who come to our programs are treated with respect and dignity, and are provided with safe, caring environments in which to learn and have fun. 

The New Leader Selection Committee of 4-H Council implements this process in Ingham County.  The Volunteer Selection Process involves completing an application, a leader information sheet, a criminal history consent form, three reference checks and an interview.  An orientation is required for all new 4-H volunteers before final acceptance.  Please complete the attached forms and return to Ingham County MSU Extension, 121 East Maple Street, MI 48854 to begin the process! 

There will be interview and information nights scheduled in the following months, September, November, January, March and May.  Please contact the office to schedule a time convenient for you.  The interview will last fifteen to twenty minutes.  

If you have any questions or wish to schedule an interview please contact the 4-H Extension Educator at 676-7207.

1.  Application (2 pages)

2.  Criminal History Consent Form

3.  4-H Membership Form   (2 pages)

4.  Code of Conduct Form (2 pages)

5.  Mail Reference Forms (need 3 separate personal references)

6   4-H Project Area List (2 pages)

7.  Volunteer Selection Process chart

Link to Michigan 4-H Youth Development website

Ingham County 4-H Home Page