The purpose of a 4-H Club is to provide positive youth development opportunities to meet the needs of young people. to experience belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity—the Essential Elements—and to foster educational opportunities tied to the University of Wisconsin Madison knowledge base. 4-H Club youth members build leadership skills, develop life skills, are given opportunities for civic engagement, meet new friends; and most importantly, have fun.

Within Extension Waukesha County 4-H and Youth Development, there are three types of 4-H Clubs. For more information about a particular Club, contact the 4-H Educator or Club leader to learn more about the Club.

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4-H Community Clubs typically meet monthly in the evenings with meetings held in an inclusive community space. In most community clubs youth officers are elected to guide the activities of the club.

4-H Afterschool Clubs are offered to youth at the end of the school day. 4-H Afterschool Clubs are often divided by age groups and meet in the school which provides a safe and supportive environment for youth after school.

4-H Classroom Clubs are offered during the school day to specific grade/s in partnership with the school. 4-H Classroom Clubs allow students to explore an interest area with support from an Extension Educator, 4-H youth or adult volunteer, or school staff over a period of days, weeks, or months.

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