Discover the world together... be a 4-H volunteer!
The Alabama Volunteer Leaders Association is a dynamic group of volunteers and parents working hard to "Make the Best Better"! With members from across the state the Association provides opportunities for leaders to recieve educatoinal trainging, exchange ideas and broaden communication to better serve youth and to assist with the recruitment and utilitzation of volunteer leaders in the 4-H program.
Who
Adults of all ages who want to share their knowledge and talents with young people through a quality youth development program.
What
Adults and youth spend time together, learning new skills, developing hidden talents, making new friends and having fun. Flexibility to fit your interests. Do you like birdwatching, cooking, gardening, photography, or working with animals? There are many interesting projects and fun things to do as a part of 4-H. You'll enjoy working with young people, and learn right along with them! Imagine the satisfaction of watching a young person blossom. The goal of 4-H is to help young people develop as individuals and as responsible and productive citizens in their communities. Adult volunteers who spend time with 4-H members are key in this process. You can help form the foundation on which productive citizens are built. 4-H volunteer leaders have many opportunities to acquire training, learn new skills, attend conferences, and meet people.
How
Submit your application to your county's Cooperative Extension Office.
Links and Documents of Interest
- Volunteer Resources
- What is 4-H?
- Alabama 4-H Volunteer Application
- What We Believe
- The Mission and Vision of Alabama 4-H
- 4-H Youth and You
- Child and Family Web Guide
- Alabama 4-H: More Than You Ever Thought!
- CYFERnet.org
- Volunteer Time Log
- Starting a 4-H Club
- Club Basics
- Starting a 4-H Club
- 4-H Interest Clubs
- Request for an Alabama 4-H Charter
- What Can Be Called 4-H?
- Enrollment Form
- 4-H Is For Everyone: How Are We Doing?
- Member Recruitment Presentation
- Having a Great 4-H Club
- Your Constitution and By-laws
- Club Meeting
- Planning Your Year Ahead
- Effective 4-H Club Meetings
- Parliamentary Procedure
- Club Meeting Record
- 4-H Meeting Clock
- Youth Interest Survey
- Local Recruitment Flyer
- Club Finances and Fundraising
- Club Financial Accounts
- Opening a Club Bank Account
- Some Basics of Fund Raising
- Guidelines for 4-H Club Fundraising
- 4-H Funding Proposal
- 2008 Electronic Filing Requirements for 4-H Clubs
- Important Forms
- Youth Consent Form
- Alabama 4-H Enrollment Form and Project List
- Alabama 4-H Enrollment Form and Project List (Spanish)
- Resource Volunteer Enrollment Form
- Group Enrollment Form
- Alabama 4-H Dress Code
- Adult Medical Form
- Art Release Form
- W-9 Form
- Statement from AU Risk Management Office on Insurance
- American Income Life Insurance Co. 4-H Insurance
- Phone Log
- Medical Treatment Form
- Alabama 4-H Accident and Incident Report Form
- Important Policies
- 4-H Is For Everyone
- Alabama 4-H Recommended Guidelines for Managing 4-H Club Accounts
Volunteer Leader Events
- Association Information:
- Alabama 4-H Volunteer Leadership Association
- Volunteer Leader Association Brochure
- Volunteer Leadership Association Membership
- Volunteer Forum Promotional Flyer
- Volunteer Forum Poster/Exhibit
- Volunteer Forum Registration
- Call for Presentations
- Awards Information:
- 4-H Scholarship Application
- Terrell and Ann Guthrie Award
- Volunteer of the Year Award