Volunteers are fundamental to the 4-H program as they serve as advisors, guides, coaches, helpers and mentors. They come in all shapes and forms with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Some volunteers are long-term and other are short-term, yet all are unique.

Master 4-H Volunteers are special volunteers who want to grow and give back more in their role as 4-H Volunteers.  The Master 4-H Volunteer program provides this opportunity for volunteers who want the opportunity to contribute in a broader way. The Master 4-H Volunteer program strengthens and enhances the 4-H volunteer and the local program. 

In order to become a Master 4-H Volunteer, the individual must be a VIP registered volunteer, attend specialized Master 4-H Volunteer training and "give back" 40 volunteer hours to the 4-H program within one year of the training. The individual must also be a past or present Organizational Leader, Project Leader or County Leader/Advisor.

Contact your local Extension Office for more details regarding the upcoming training sessions, registration forms and ways in which you could serve as a Master 4-H Volunteer.

K-State Research and Extension 4-H Youth Development and the Kansas Association of 4-H Volunteers announce the opportunity for past and present Organizational/Community Leaders, Project Leaders or County/District Leaders/Advisor to pursue becoming Master 4-H Volunteers.  The 2013 Kansas Master 4-H Volunteer training will be held March 8 - 9, 2013 in Manhattan and at Rock Springs 4-H Center.

Master 4-H Volunteers are special volunteers who to give back more to 4-H and grow and in their role as 4-H Volunteers. The Master 4-H Volunteer program strengthens and enhances the 4-H Volunteer and the local program.  The Master 4-H Volunteer program is an outstanding opportunity for volunteers who want to contribute to 4-H in a broader way.

Interested? Check the 2013 Master 4-H Volunteer Training brochure for qualifications, selection criteria and training topics. Then talk with your local Extension Agent and apply to be a Master 4-H Volunteer. Applications are due February 15, 2013. 

The training will start at 1:00 pm, March 8, 2013 at 125 Umberger Hall, Manhattan, move to Rock Springs 4-H Center late afternoon and conclude before 8:30 pm, March 9, 2013.  Participants will need to attend the complete training.

The training net cost is $80 (after $45 in scholarships).  Application/Registration for the 2013 Training is due February 15, 2013. 

Topics to be covered in the training are:

• Overview K-State Research and Extension
• Kansas 4-H Vision, Mission and Focus on the Future
• Kansas 4-H Policies
• Kansas 4-H Foundation
• Risk Management
• Personality Profile
• Master 4-H Volunteer Projects
• Volunteer Management Systems
• Top 10 4-H Club Management Practices
• Generational Characteristics
• Youth and Adult Partnerships
• Kansas 4-H Life Skills and Essential Elements
• Positive Youth Development - The Five C’s
• Guiding change - Keys to making change work
• Program Analysis, SWOT Profile
• Recognition and Motivation
• Meeting with Experienced Master Volunteers
• CHARACTER COUNTS
• Project review and assistance