Citizenship Project | Tennessee 4-H Youth Development

The 4-H Citizenship Project challenges youth to step up, speak out, and make a difference in their communities. Members build real-world skills by leading service projects, collaborating with others, and identifying local needs. They put citizenship into action—organizing events, forming partnerships, and solving problems that matter. Along the way, they grow as leaders and changemakers, developing a lifelong commitment to civic involvement that continues well beyond high school.

Citizenship Project Snapshot

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Citizenship Toolkit

Beginning: 1-2 years in the Project

Intermediate: 3-5 years in the Pro ject

Advanced: 6-9 years in the Project

Beginner

Follow the links below to find some great online resources for your project.

Lead a tour of the local courthouse or other government buildings.
Repair flags for the local VFW, Veterans of Foreign Wars.
Visit with veterans, older family members, or neighbors, and write a story about them to share with others.
Organize a voter registration drive.
Host an “Appreciation Day” for police officers, the fire department, elected officials, city or county employees, teachers, or others.
Begin an “adopt-a-grandparent” program.
Help with a community picnic.