Our Mission

The Massachusetts 4-H Foundation is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to the mission of enriching and advancing of 4-H youth development programs throughout the Commonwealth. Established in 1955, the Foundation generates and provides resources to help expand the 4-H program in Massachusetts.

The Foundation fulfills its fundraising mission through an annual early-fall golf fundraiser, other events, and Annual Fund campaigns throughout the year. In addition, we work to raise money for our endowment and commit to securing grants for specific 4-H programs to grow the reach of 4-H to more urban areas.

Led by a committed Board of Trustees and supported by a small staff, the Foundation leverages limited resources to raise nearly $300,000 in advancing 4-H programs each year. Please visit Programs We Fund for further details.