Enroll in North Carolina 4-H
4-H Online is the official enrollment system for North Carolina 4-H. All youth members and volunteers use this system to join 4-H, update their information, and register for activities.
Families create one household account and add each youth or volunteer member to that profile. County 4-H staff review and approve enrollments before participation in 4-H programs.
Before enrolling, contact your local 4-H agent to get started with 4-H in your county.
Important Information
- Enrollment is required to participate in 4-H programs, events, and volunteer activities throughout the year
- Parents/guardians create the family account (youth do not create their own accounts)
- Use the same account each year to re-enroll
- All members must be approved before participating in any meetings, events or activities
What You Can Do in 4-H Online
4-H Online is used year-round, not just when joining. Through your account you can:
- Enroll or renew membership
- Update contact and emergency information
- Register for camps, programs, and events
- Complete volunteer applications
- Receive important program communications
The system will guide you step-by-step through each page, and most families can complete enrollment in just a few minutes.
Families & Youth Members
Parents or guardians manage the family profile and enroll youth members. Each child is added within the same household account.
Youth members are ages 5–18 as of January 1 of the current 4-H program year.
Helpful resources are available if you want step-by-step instructions:
- Family Enrollment Guide
- Youth Re-Enrollment Guide
- Password Reset Instructions
- 4-H Online Quick Start Information
You do not need to review these before enrolling, but they can be useful if you prefer written directions.
Volunteers
All 4-H volunteers must enroll annually through 4-H Online.
Volunteers are individuals ages 19 and older who support 4-H programs.
The system is used to:
- Submit or renew volunteer applications
- Complete required trainings
- Receive approval from your county 4-H office
- Access club information (club leaders)
Enrollment as a volunteer in 4-H Online makes you an automatic member of the 4-H Volunteer Leaders’ Association.
Event Registration
Local and state 4-H activities use the built-in event registration feature in 4-H Online. Once your enrollment is approved, you can register for programs directly through your account instead of completing paper forms.
Need Help?
For most questions — including login problems, county selection, or enrollment status — please contact your local 4-H agent first. They can quickly assist you and confirm your enrollment.
Technical system support is also available if your county office cannot resolve the issue.
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