Community Partnerships

Penobscot County 4-H prides itself in its community partnerships, working with local organizations and groups to create opportunities for youth development in Penobscot County, ME. Are you considering partnering with Penobscot County 4-H? Some reasons include:

  • You can be trained and enrolled as a 4-H volunteer. All volunteers have access to liability insurance, support from 4-H and Extension staff who are trained in youth development, and personal development opportunities.
  • You can reserve STEM tool kits and other 4-H learning resources that you can do on your own time at your own organization.
  • We are a strong partnership for securing grant funding, as 4-H is one of the largest youth programs in the U.S.woman holding a tray

Emily is always excited to partner with local organizations that support youth and families. If your school, library, or nonprofit is planning an event or would like to offer a hands-on program for young people, she is available to help. She can table at community events, provide engaging activities, or work with you to host a program that fits your goals. Her priority is to make 4-H accessible, welcoming, and meaningful for youth across our county.

If you’d like to partner with Penobscot County 4-H, please reach out to Emily Bishop, Community Education Assistant  emily.pigeon@maine.edu or the Extension Office at extension.penobscot@maine.edu.