The Standards of Excellence, or Clover Awards, are awarded to youth in the 4-H program based on their participation and involvement in the 4-H program. 

• Cloverbuds can earn a Clover Award

• Juniors are eligible to earn a Bronze, Silver, or Gold Clover Award

• Intermediates and Seniors can earn a Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Emerald Clover Award

Award Levels

Each Clover Award Level has its own performance standards that the member must achieve to earn that level of award. The levels are based on participation in the 4-H Program on the Club, County, District, and State levels, as well as their leadership, citizenship, and community service. 4-Her's must achieve all of the requirements for each award level in order to move to the next.  

Age Divisions

Each age division has its own set of standards to achieve to earn recognition. The expectations become greater as the 4-H member matures through Cloverbud, Junior, Intermediate, and Senior levels.

The goal of this award is to encourage youth to explore the many opportunities available in the 4-H program and to become active participants throughout their 4-H career. Submitting a complete Member Record Book and doing a Demonstration are requirements for all Clover Awards, but you do not have to earn a blue ribbon on your record book or demonstration to apply for any of these awards. 

How Do I Apply?

To apply for a Clover Award, you must fill out an Award Application Form based on your age division, and insert it into the front of your Record Book when you turn it in at record book check in. The Application Forms are below. 

Before you apply, be sure to read through the requirements listed in the Information Packet to help you determine the award level that best suits your accomplishments for the year.