Leaders Association
Leaders Association
Wisconsin 4-H Leader Organizations
4-H Leaders Organizations (including Leader Associations) are chartered 4-H groups that provide opportunities for 4-H volunteers and youth leaders to support the local 4-H program. Much like a school PTO/PTA (Parent Teacher Organization/Association), 4-H Leader Organizations activities include:
- Fundraising for 4-H programs and activities
- Supplemental recognition for 4-H members and 4-H volunteers including awards and scholarships
- County-wide 4-H programming
- 4-H Promotion
As with all chartered 4-H clubs and groups, 4-H Leader Organizations are accountable to the local 4-H Program Educator and must submit an annual Charter Application and Annual Financial Report.
4-H Leader Organizations are not responsible for the hiring and supervision of 4-H Program Educators, the selection and supervision of 4-H volunteers, or decisions related to 4-H membership.
4-H Leader Organization Structures
Ideal organizational models include:
- 4-H Leader Association or 4-H Leader Council – Board Representation is open to any approved 4-H volunteer or 4-H youth leader regardless of 4-H club.
- 4-H Leader Federation – Board Representation is composed of one approved 4-H volunteer and 4-H youth leader from each chartered 4-H club and 4-H group.
Regardless of structure, all 4-H Leader Organizations work with 4-H Clubs and 4-H Groups to develop a strong and thriving county 4-H program as shown in the County-Based 4-H Program Organizational Chart.
Only 4-H members and approved 4-H volunteers are eligible to vote. The 4-H Program Educator has the authority to approve, deny, or request modifications to 4-H Club and Group operating guidelines, policies, bylaws, and/or constitutions to ensure that the language aligns with Wisconsin 4-H Policies, Mission, and Values.
Waukesha County 4-H Leaders’ Association
The local leaders’ association working to support the 4-H program is Waukesha County is the Waukesha County 4-H Leaders’ Association.
Board Description & Outline of Expectations
The Board of Directors consists of 9 members (3 elected each year)
Members are elected to a 3-year term at the Annual Meeting in November
Any registered leader in good standing in Extension Waukesha County 4-H may be nominated for the Board
The Board of Directors elects their officers annually from within the board members
Board members are expected to regularly participate and support countywide 4-H activities and fundraisers
Board members are expected to serve on at least one county standing committee
2023-2024 Board of Directors
Executive Board Committees
Awards Committee
Camp Committee
Expansion & Review Committee
Finance & Fundraising Committee
Food Stand Committee
Leadership Committee
Promotions & Activities Committee
Waukesha County 4-H Leaders Association Board Documents
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Extension Waukesha County * University of Wisconsin-Madison
515 W Moreland Boulevard * Administration Center Room G22 * Waukesha, WI 53188
Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday * Phone: (262) 548-7770
Extension Waukesha County is located in the Administration Center of the Waukesha County Courthouse Complex. Enter through the main Courthouse doors. After going through security, take the corridor on the left to the the Administration Center. Take the elevators or stairs to the ground floor and go to room G22.
