Sayre, Okla. — From fairgrounds to classrooms, community gardens to robotics labs, 4-H youth in Beckham County are proving they’re not just ready for the future — they’re Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, celebrated Oct. 5-11, 2025, local clubs will share how 4-H equips young people with the skills, confidence and resilience to lead in a world full of opportunity and change.
As America’s largest youth development organization, 4-H empowers 6 million young people nationwide with hands-on learning experiences through clubs, camps, school programs and community events. Through the Beyond Ready initiative, 4-H will help prepare 10 million youth for work and life by 2030. In Beckham County, 4-H members have the opportunity to be involved in many projects throughout their 4-H careers that fits all interests, shooting sports, photography, plant science, expressive arts, entomology and more.
“4-H provides young people with a supportive and empowering environment where they can develop into compassionate, capable leaders who are deeply invested in their communities and their futures. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and real-world experiences, 4-H youth gain the confidence, skills, and values needed to make a meaningful difference. We see the impact of this every day — in the way they eagerly show up, take initiative, embrace challenges, and inspire others through their leadership and dedication” said Kathie Wynn, Beckham County Extension Educator.
Beckham County Extension and its team of educators, volunteers and mentors deliver 4-H programs that help youth learn by doing. From showcasing their projects at the county fair or community service projects, youth are learning skills such as teamwork, resilience and communication — skills that will serve them in their career and for life.
“At a time when young people are navigating more uncertainty than ever, 4-H offers them a place to grow, lead and find their spark,” said Jill Bramble, President & CEO of National 4-H Council. “Through 4-H, youth gain real-world skills and experiences to help them become confident leaders who are resilient, confident and Beyond Ready for the future.”
To learn more about local 4-H programs or get involved, contact Beckham County Extension Service, 301 E. Main, Sayre, OK, 580928-2139.
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4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, grows confident young people who are empowered for life today and prepared for careers tomorrow. 4-H programs reach nearly 6 million young people across the U.S. through experiences that develop critical life skills.
Through the Beyond Ready national initiative, 4-H aims to increase that number to 10 million youth annually by 2030. 4-H is the youth development program of our nation’s Cooperative Extension System and USDA and serves every county and parish in the U.S. through a network of 110 public universities and more than 3,000 local Extension offices. Globally, 4-H collaborates with independent programs to empower 1 million youth in 50 countries. The research-backed 4-H experience grows young people who are four times more likely to contribute to their communities; two times more likely to have the goal of being a leader; two times more likely to report living life with intentionality and purpose; and three times more likely to participate in community service.
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