2009 Florida 4-H Centennial Celebration
2009 will be here before you know it and with that comes the Florida 4-H Centennial Celebration! A planning committee has already gotten together to begin preparations. The purpose of the committee and celebration is to promote the legacy of Florida 4-H. It will help document 4-H's history by researching past decades and guide 4-H's move into the future.
Florida 4-H Centennial Gala
Join us for a formal celebration of 100 years of Youth Success... More...
Centennial Donors and Sponsors
A special thank you to all of our donors and sponsors for the Centennial Celebration! It is truely remarkable... More...
Florida 4-H History Book
To commemorate the100th Anniversary of Florida 4-H, we are proud to announce the publication of Florida 4-H: A Century of Youth Success. More...
Centennial Event Calendar
Click here to see what is happening around the state to celebrate Florida 4-H's 100th Year.
If your county and/or club are hosting any centennial events and would like for them to be on this calendar, email Julie Wilson the date, location, contact person and event name.
4-H Historical Marker Dedication
Join Florida 4-H and the UF Alumni Association in a ceremony to unveil a Florida 4-H historical marker on campus. More...
Centennial Timeline
Discover the rich history of Florida 4-H in this detailed timeline. More...
Centennial Promotional Kit
Promote Florida 4-H Centennial with the support of a promotional kit. Access ads, t-shirt screens and other promotional materials. Check frequently for additional materials.
Florida 4-H History & Photo Galleries
The 4-H Youth Development Program has a long history in the Sunshine State. Exploring 4-H history can provide learners with some unique insights on not only the history of the 4-H movement, but also the history of our state and our nation. Click Here to learn about 4-H's history in Florida and to view historical photos.
4-H History
4-H began as a simultaneous response to needs throughout the country, rather than as the idea of one individual. The goal of the program was to extend agricultural education to rural youth by organizing boys and girls clubs and through "learning by doing." Click Here to learn more about the history of 4-H.
Share Your Stories and Pictures!
You have an opportunity to be a part of the celebration in the making! Send us your stories and pictures and we will post them on the website so that it can be shared with others. How regularly content is added to the website depends on you!
Submissions can be sent here.
Please send stories and insights that are of a family-friendly nature. Photos that you send should be of a decent resolution.
Also, be understanding if your comments aren't up right away. Due to time constraints and other limitations, it may take more than a few days to get comments up.
Purchase a Centennial License Plate!
Help support the Centennial by purchasing a Florida 4-H Vanity Plate or Frame for $5 each. All proceeds will be used for the Centennial Celebration in 2009! Click here to download an order form and get your tag today!
More Information
If you would like to get regular updates on the Centennial Celebration, or would like to join the planning committee, contact Julie Wilson for more information.
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