Re-apply annually; Returning volunteers are encouraged to re-enroll at the beginning of the program year.
All 4-H volunteers must be appointed annually. If you are a current 4-H Adult Volunteer, to continue in the next year you need to re-apply and be re-appointed by December 31st. Returning volunteers who have not completed the re-appointment process must cease all 4-H volunteer work beginning January 1 until re-appointment process has been completed and the volunteer has been returned to active status. A break in service occurs if a returning volunteer fails to complete the re-appointment process for a full program year (July 1-June 30).
2024-2025 4-H Retuning Adult Volunteer Re-Appointment Process
Step #1: Contact 4-H Community Club Leader.
Be sure to let your 4-H Community Club Leader know which project(s) you would like to volunteer to be a part of for the 2024-2025 4-H Youth Development Program (YDP) year, BEFORE you start the re-enrollment process.
New for 2024-2025, the 4-H Annual Project Leader Plan must be completed for ALL projects! The plan must be submitted to the Club Leader AND County 4-H Office. The plan must be distributed to the families at least one (1) week PRIOR to the first project meeting. If you need ideas, consult this 4-H Annual Project Plan SAMPLE.
If you need assistance with your Annual Project Leader Plan, resources are available through the Volunteer Hub on the CA 4-H Resource Center on the Project Leader page.
Click on the map below for the Club Contact list.
Step #2: Complete the online 4-H enrollment application.
Items to Note: It is very important, if you are a Returning Family, to not create a new Account in the ZSuite system. It is important to use the email address that was associated with your ZSuite account last year and that the email is one that you use and will check often for 4-H information and correspondence. If you need your email address updated, you will need to contact the 4-H County Office so that your account can be updated.
- Go to https://4h.zsuite.org
- Select “Household” Profile to enroll
- Click "Enroll Member/Volunteer Now"
- Complete all enrollment sections
- After all enrollment sections are complete, Click "Submit"
Training materials and videos can be found on the CA 4-H Resource Center Enrollment page. There are videos for New and Returning Families.
Step #3: Complete the required training through the Extension Foundation Campus
The required courses for new and returning volunteers are now available in the Campus LMS. You can find these courses and their enrollment keys on the CA 4-H Learning Center website. Each course is offered in both English and Spanish. There is now a mobile app that allows you to take the courses offline! If you need assistance or support with any of the courses, you can submit a Support Ticket request or watch a tutorial on the CA 4-H Learning Center website. The enrollment keys are also linked on the website for each course offered.
2024-2025 California Returning Volunteer Course - For volunteers beginning their second year or more without a break in service of a year or more. This course provides important updates on policies and best practices to keep volunteers informed. It covers CANRA guidelines and the 4-H Thriving Model for Positive Youth Development. Learners will also learn how to create a safe and welcoming environment for all youth.
- Course length: 55 minutes (can be done in multiple sessions)
Step #4 Enrollment approval.
Enrollment can be approved after the county 4-H office confirms:
- Submission of completed 4-H Annual Project Leader Plan
- Submission of ZSuite enrollment application (Pending Approval status)
- Completion of required training(s) through Extension Foundation Campus
- Completion of additional requirements
The County Director reviews and approves 4-H volunteer appointments/re-appointments once the Adult Volunteer process is complete.
- If approved, notification of your 4-H adult volunteer appointment will be sent from the ZSuite system. If no email address is available, a letter will be sent by mail from the County Director.
- If there are any limitations on the appointment, a letter will be sent from the County Director outlining the limitations of the appointment.
- If not approved, a letter will be sent to the applicant from the County Director.
Once you are approved and your membership is active:
- Start connecting with 4-H families about your role.
- Participate in 4-H events and activities.
- Take advantage of 4-H resources:
- Skills development workshops
- Approved curriculum to plan your projects
- Volunteer leadership conferences