Clearwater County 4-H celebrates volunteers during National Volunteer Week
Clearwater County 4-H celebrates volunteers during National Volunteer Week
Each year, thousands of volunteers in Minnesota donate their time and energy to make their communities a better place to live. These volunteers will be among the millions across the country who will be spotlighted during National Volunteer Week, April 19-25, 2026.
One group that relies heavily on volunteers is the University of Minnesota Extension’s 4-H Youth Development Program. During National Volunteer Week and every week throughout 2026, Minnesota 4-H celebrates and appreciates its more than 8, 600 volunteers - each one critical to the success of 4-H programs and making a difference in the lives of youth. In Clearwater County, we have a total of 215 youth members and 40 adult volunteers. Volunteers serve as club leaders, project leaders, committee members and in advisory capacities for the 4-H Youth Development Program. Research shows that Minnesota 4-H volunteers help youth gain leadership skills, serve their communities, improve their decision-making skills and develop career readiness. The value of 4-H volunteers extends far beyond the scope of youth development into every part of their community. They make communities stronger, connect communities to each other, improve community health and increase overall civic involvement. The work of 4-H volunteers is continuous.
Every day volunteers lend a helping hand to make 4-H programs more beneficial to the residents of Clearwater County. Those interested in joining the team of 4-H volunteers are invited to contact the University of Minnesota Extension -Clearwater County Youth Development 218-694-6151
Learn more about 4-H Youth Development at extension.umn.edu. University of Minnesota Extension is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Lexie Lofgren
County Support Staff | University of Minnesota Extension, Clearwater County
Clearwater County Courthouse | 213 Main Avenue North Dept 106 |
Bagley, MN 56621
University of Minnesota Extension | extension.umn.edu
alofgren@umn.edu | 218.694.6151