4-H Facts...

Emblem and Name

The 4-H emblem is a green four-leaf clover with the white letter "H" placed parallel to the mid-rib of each leaf. The H's stand for head, heart, hands and health.

The four-leaf clover symbolizes good luck and achievement.
The emblem is protected by copyright held by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Colors

The official 4-H colors are green and white. The white symbolizes purity.
The green, nature's most common color, represents life, springtime and youth.

Pledge

The 4-H Pledge identifies the significance of the four H's:

I pledge...

My head to clearer thinking,
(raise your right hand to the side of your head)

My heart to greater loyalty,
(put your right hand over the left side of your chest)

My hands to larger service, and
(stretch out your hands, palms upward)

My health to better living,
(stand with your hands at your sides)

For my club, my community, my country and my world.

Motto

The 4-H Motto is the aim of every 4-H member and leader:
To Make the Best Better

Slogan

The 4-H Slogan reflects the mission of 4-H work:
Learn By Doing

Zach Uphold, 4H Agent http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/gaston/