4-H is America's largest youth development organization, where the "H"s stand for Head, Heart, Hands, and Health, representing a pledge for youth to think clearly, be loyal, serve others, and live healthily for their community and world. It's an educational program, delivered by the Cooperative Extension, that uses hands-on, experiential learning to help young people develop life skills, pursue their interests, and become resilient, responsible, and compassionate adults.