Ambassadors

PURPOSE:

The Bastrop County 4-H Ambassador Program aims to project a clear and accurate image of the Texas and Coryell County  4-H & Youth Development Program. More specifically, the purpose is to:

• Help youth develop leadership and communication skills.

• Help the public understand the full scope of the 4-H program.

• Recruit new members from diverse backgrounds.

To tell and show key audiences what the 4-H and Youth Development Program is and who it impacts, so that these audiences will understand the impact of 4-H on the lives of young people and will see how it addresses key youth issues in the community.

To make families, youths, and communities more aware of 4-H and the benefits it offers.

TEAM MEMBERS:

Bastrop County 4-H youths will be selected to serve as 4-H Ambassadors on an annual basis. The number of Ambassadors is the decision of the supervising County Extension Agent(s).

Members must apply and be accepted annually.

BYLAWS / STANDING RULES:

• Completes the application: up to fifteen (15) youth will be selected

• Supports the overall 4-H Program and County 4-H Council

• Assists with planning & conducting 4-H projects, contests, and workshops

• Serves as an advocate for 4-H Programs provided by the County Extension Office

• Serves as a volunteer for events/contests as opportunities arise

• Serves as a resource for youth interested in 4-H

• Attends a minimum of three (3) meetings annually and participates in 4-H Project Workshops

• Enhances the 4-H & Youth Development Program’s public standing

• Completes and turns in a 4-H Recordbook to the County Extension Office for the 4-H year served as an Ambassador

Current Ambassador Links & Information: 

• Ambassador Information Form

• Ambassador Volunteer Schedule & Sign-Up Sheet