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Join 4-H

How to Join

Joining 4-H is easy. Simply follow the 4 step process below!

NEW MEMBERS: For more information about our program and how to sign up, download our SLO County New 4-H Member Guide.  Or, check out the UC 4-H Handbook for Families.

4-H Youth Member Enrollment Steps:

STEP 1. Find and contact your local club to connect with a Community Club Leader. A great way to pick a club is based on what projects they offer and what area the club holds their monthly meetings.

Please visit our current club listing for contact information and the list of projects offered.  

STEP 2. To enroll for the 2024-2025 program year you will need to create a family profile, and youth profile in Z-Suites! 

ZSuite Login page 

See the Enrollment Tip sheet for guidance on logging into and enrolling using the ZSuite system. 

STEP 3. Your club will collect your annual program fee(s). If you participate at the county level only, the county staff will collect program fees. 

  • 2024-2025 Program Fee, Youth Member: $95

  • 2024-2025 Program Fee, Adult Volunteer: $28

  • Scholarships are available. Please connect with your club leader for more information. 

STEP 4. Start participating in club meetings, projects, and events! 

If you have any problems or questions during the enrollment process, feel free to contact the 4-H Office at 805.781.5943.