Key Program Resources

Below are links to key resources to support local ambassador programs. If you do not have access to any of the resources linked below, please contact your regional CEL educator for assistance.

Recruitment resources

• 4-H Ambassador advisor role description: A template job description that can be customized with your local 4-H program’s contact information

• 4-H Ambassador application: A sample application for youth to join your Ambassador program.

• 4-H Ambassador training recruitment flier: A sample flier to recruit youth to attend an Ambassador training/kickoff.

Program planning tools

Local Ambassador Program Orientation: A resource is directly linked to the MN 4-H Local Ambassador Program Guide and serves as talking points in orienting local Educators and Ambassador Advisors to the local 4-H Ambassador program. 

On Sara’s Pond: A collaborative planning activity to be used with youth and adults when planning their Ambassador program year. The activity is meant to include youth voice in a respectful, thoughtful, and intentional way.

• On Sara’s Pond lesson plan

• On Sara’s Pond slide deck

4-H Ambassador Annual Program Plan: A tool to build an intentional plan for your Ambassador program year. This should be submitted annually to your regional extension educator for civic engagement & leadership. 

• 8.5” x 11” template

• 11” x 17” template

4-H Ambassador Program Calendar: A tool to map out the year and keep on top of tasks relevant to support your program. Access the Program Calendar here. (Please note: this resource is available to Local Extension Educators. If you are a volunteer, seeking access, please contact your Local 4-H Educator)