Looking to improve your leadership skills? Be part of the 2025 Vermont Delegation to the National 4-H Conference! Consider applying today! Four selected 4-H youth between ages 15-18 (as of 4/11/25) will attend the National 4-H Conference and represent Vermont.

How to Apply

Contact one of the state planning committee staff: Amy Miller, Assistant Director 4-H, amy.miller@uvm.edu; Margaret Coan, 4-H Teen and Leadership Coordinator, margaret.coan@uvm.edu; Molly McFaun, 4-H Educator, molly.mcfaun@uvm.edu. Indicate your interest and/or ask any questions you might have.

• Must have prior 4-H experience (e.g., club membership, STEM programs, teen leadership experiences, NRMA Camp, robotics, other special interest programs)
• Must be willing to give back to 4-H by possibly showcasing experience and leadership skills (e.g., presentation, ambassador programs, junior leadership opportunities)
• A 4-H member can only attend the National 4-H Conference one time as a participant

Cost

Families are responsible for $500 of the $980 registration fee, which includes the conference, housing, and meals. Additional costs may include travel, some meals, spending money, and incidentals. We can work with the participants on ways to raise funds to cover these costs.

Scholarships may be available from your County Foundations, and we recommend applying for other funds through local options such as social organizations, banks and credit unions, and other traditional fundraisers. Visit this site for information on scholarships: https://www.uvm.edu/extension/youth/4-h-scholarships

Please review this link prior to applying: https://www.nifa.usda.gov/national-4-h-conference

Application deadline is January 30, 2025.