Tag: Volunteering

Florida celebrates 45 years of Master Gardener Volunteer program

by Megan Winslow
May 15, 2026

University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension offices will show appreciation next week for the more than 3,300 residents serving as Master Gardener Volunteers throughout the state. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Community Volunteers, Farm Management, Fruits & Vegetables, Horticulture, Professional Development, UF/IFAS
Tags: (MGV), Extension, Gardening, IFAS, Institute Of Food And Agricultural Sciences, Laynie Yip, Master Gardener Volunteer, Megan Winslow, UF, University Of Florida, Volunteer, Volunteering, Wendy Wilber

4-H Pet Pals Club Provides Spark for Youth Entrepreneurs to Give Back

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
May 15, 2026

The Wakulla 4-H Pet Pals meets monthly to learn about pets and pet care. Club meetings include craft activities and guest speakers. Members can volunteer at the local Animal Shelter as an ongoing service project. In October, the club meeting ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: Animals, Dog Toys, Donations, Pets, Volunteering, Youth Entrepreneurship, Youth Spark

Building a Food Forest Community Garden: An Internship Experience

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
May 15, 2026

My background and Purpose My name is Johanna Walker. I am a 4th year student at the University of Florida (UF), pursuing a B.S. in environmental science. Although I grew up in Michigan it was my good fortune to have been able to experience ... READ MORE

Category: Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Florida-Friendly Landscaping, Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension
Tags: 4-H, Community, Food Forest, Internship, Sustainability, UF/IFAS Wakulla, Volunteering

Teens Find a Place to Learn and Lead in Wakulla 4-H

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
May 15, 2026

Wakulla 4-H offers a variety of activities geared to teen interests. Teen 4-H members can explore career options, develop leadership skills, and engage in hands-on learning experiences. Over eight weeks this summer, 18 teens contributed ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Disaster Preparation, Events, Food Safety
Tags: Disaster Preparation, Leadership, Tailgating, Teens, Volunteering

Noah Pearson: My 4-H Experience Prepared Me to be Work Ready After Graduation

by Dr. Rachel Pienta
May 15, 2026

What began as a middle school hobby has grown into a life-shaping journey for Noah Pearson, a young man whose dedication to 4-H and the Shotgun Club has left a lasting mark on his community and beyond. Noah joined the 4-H Shotgun Club ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers, Work & Life
Tags: Leadership, Panhandle 4-H, Shooting Sports, Volunteering, Workforce Preparation

January 2024 Class List

by Morgan Roth
May 12, 2026

Join us at the UF/IFAS Brevard Extension office for some fun learning experiences! Make sure to follow us on Eventbrite to be notified by email whenever we post a new class: https://brevardextension.eventbrite.com ServSafe Manager's Class and ... READ MORE

Category: Events
Tags: Bycatch Reduction Devices, Canning, Cooking Classes, Fitness, Fitness Challenge, Florida Friendly Fishing, Food Safety, Horseshoe Crab, Master Food And Nutrition Volunteer, Master Gardener, Nutrition, Nutrition Class, Poultry, Pressure Canning, Soil Health, Soil Improvement, Urban Farming, Volunteer Program, Volunteering, Water Bath Canning, Wellness

The Gift That Keeps on Giving: How Volunteering Can Boost Your Holidays

by angelikakeene
May 12, 2026

The holiday season is often filled with bright lights, music, and cherished family traditions — but it can also be stressful. Between shopping, cooking, wrapping gifts, and attending events, it’s easy to feel tired, overwhelmed, or even ... READ MORE

Category: Community Volunteers, Events, Relationships & Family, UF/IFAS Extension, Work & Life
Tags: Health Benefits, Holiday Spirit, Mental Health, Volunteering

How to Volunteer in 4-H. The Kids Need YOU!

by Gus Koerner
May 12, 2026

Volunteers play a crucial role in the 4-H program. If you’re interested in helping with Brevard County 4-H (or anywhere), here’s how to get started. Learn About 4-H First, it’s important to learn about 4-H. Understand its mission ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers, Community Volunteers
Tags: 4-H, Volunteering, Youth

The Importance of Becoming a 4-H Volunteer Leader

by Gus Koerner
May 12, 2026

Joining 4-H as a volunteer is fun and rewarding. As a 4-H team, we're working hard to grow the program and help more kids. To get more young people involved, we need trained adults to lead them. Consider joining us to make a difference! Helping ... READ MORE

Category: 4-H & Youth, , Clubs & Volunteers
Tags: 4-H, Service, Volunteering, Youth

May 2023 Class List

by Morgan Roth
May 12, 2026

Join us at the UF/IFAS Brevard Extension office for some fun learning experiences this May! Below is our current class list for the month. Mother's Day Charcuterie Board Basics May 3 | 6 pm – 8 pm Mom’s and kids of all ages, celebrate ... READ MORE

Category: Events
Tags: 4-H, Adulting, Backyard Chicken, Bright Futures, Bycatch Reduction Devices, Canning, Car Seat Safety, Charcuterie, Charcuterie Board, Child Passenger Saftey, Child Safety, Commercial Landscaping, Crab Traps, Day Camp, Florida, Florida Friendly, Florida Friendly Fishing, Florida Wildlife, Food Handlers, Food Handlers Certification, Food Preservation, Food Safety, Golf Association, Hunter Safety, Invasive Species, Livestock, Outdoor Skills, Pasture Management, Pest Control, Pesticide, Pests, Poultry, Pressure Canning, Seminar, Soil Improvement, Space Coast Golf & Turf Association, Summer Camp, Turf, Turf Management, Turfgrass, Volunteer Opportunities, Volunteering, Water Bath Canning, Youth Development

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