Welcome to Dutchess County 4-H!

Dutchess County 4-H is a collection of programs that provide youth, ages 5-19, with the mentoring and support to grow and thrive regardless of their background, interests and abilities. 

Positive Youth Development strategies, such as engaging young people in topics that interest them, empowering them to make their own decisions, and providing challenging opportunities, result in youth who have: Confidence, Competence, Caring, Character, and Connection.

These Life and Leadership Skills are the foundation which enable 4-H youth to: succeed as individuals, support their families, strengthen their communities and make a difference to our world.

4-H empowers nearly 6 million young people across the US with the skills to lead for a lifetime. Learning through 4-H is fun and effective; children learn life and technical skills through hands-on learning in topics of their choice. Embracing differences and welcoming diversity, 4-H offers a place for all Dutchess County youth to grow and thrive.

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Last updated March 10, 2026