The project groups meet once or twice between school club meetings to focus on project work. Each parish has a volunteer program management system in place. Volunteers work in partnership with salaried staff to enhance the quality of the parish program. Volunteers recruit, orient, train and support other volunteers. Volunteers organize and conduct educational programs, events and activities.
Agents coordinate parish programming.
They are viewed as youth development experts and advocates in their communities. School systems view 4-H as an essential partner in educating youth. Competitive programs are available for youth who enjoy competition. Cooperative educational programs are available for youth who respond best to working with others. Teens in the program are encouraged to develop their leadership skills and become involved in providing service to their communities.