4-H Community Clubs offer an exceptional avenue for young individuals within local neighborhoods to engage in the enriching experiences that 4-H has to offer, without necessarily being associated with a school-based club. These clubs provide an inclusive and welcoming environment for youth from diverse backgrounds, making them an ideal match for faith-based organizations, community centers, and various other youth development establishments. Through 4-H Community Clubs, young participants have the opportunity to partake in a wide array of hands-on learning activities that develop essential life skills, foster friendships, and contribute positively to their communities. These clubs serve as a nurturing space where young minds can thrive, ensuring that the spirit of 4-H reaches far and wide across the community, fostering a generation of responsible and engaged citizens.

Here is a list of community clubs:

Livestock Club

The 4-H Livestock project allows youth in Louisiana to learn leadership, citizenship, and life skills through hands-on learning opportunities. 4-H livestock participants gain independence, responsibility, knowledge of production agriculture, and sciences through livestock projects. In 4-H, Jefferson Parish's livestock projects include: rabbits and poultry. The meetings will be held once a month at the Belle Chasse Library. Please find the dates and meeting information on our Facebook.

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Junior Leader Club

The Junior Leader Club is a vibrant and empowering program within the 4-H organization, dedicated to fostering the leadership potential of young individuals between the ages of 13 and 18. As an essential component of the 4-H youth development initiative, the club serves as a platform for members to enhance their leadership skills, community involvement, and personal growth. Through a combination of hands-on activities, workshops, and community service projects, the Junior Leader Club aims to create confident, responsible, and compassionate young leaders who will make a positive impact on their communities and beyond. Find out more about the club on our webpage.

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Archery Club

The Jefferson Parish and Orleans Parish 4-H offices are collaborating to provide a monthly 4-H Archery Club at the Joe Brown Park Archery Range located at 5601 Read Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70127. The meetings take place on the last Saturday of every month. Archery is one of the many ways youth can develop a growth mindset and gain confidence by mastering a skill that interests them. Youth participants also have the opportunity to participate in state-wide archery contests. No prior experience necessary! Open to all Jefferson Parish and Orleans Parish 4-H members in grades 4th - 12th and are at least 9 years old. Parents/Guardians must enroll their child in 4-H Online for them to participate. All youth must be accompanied by parent/guardian at all Archery Club meetings to participate. To join, please contact a 4-H Agent on our Contact Page and enroll in 4-H Online on our 4-H Forms.

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Prospective Clubs

Do you have an interest you want to share with the youth in your community? Are you interested in starting your own club? Please reach out to us! For a list of 4-H subject matters, please visit the LSU AgCenter website on 4-H projects. You can also visit our site on school clubs for more inspiration. If you have any questions about starting your own club, please reach out to a Jefferson Parish 4-H Agent.