Enrolls at least 5 youth members from at least 3 families.

Follows Purdue University’s youth protection and risk  management policies.

Conducts a minimum of 6 regular club meetings per year, with many holding 9-12 regular meetings throughout most or all of the year, and often supplemented by project meetings, camps, fairs, and other 4-H learning activities.

Youth provide leadership to the club under the mentorship,  coaching, and support of their adult leaders.

Meets in any location - community center, library, public housing site, school, afterschool program, military installation, and/or many other places – that is easily accessible to all participants. 

Adapts to and supports mobility of youth and parents—linking them to 4-H programs in other counties and states.

Meets interests and needs of youth in same-age or cross-age groupings and using single project or multiple project formats.