IGNITE BY 4-H | The Ultimate Teen Summit | March 12 – 16, 2025 | Washington, D.C.

APPLICATION DEADLINE - NOVEMBER 1, 2024
Thanks to funding from Google.org, Clemson University/4-H can send a limited number of 4-H members (at least 14 years of age) to participate in the STEM track at this summit. 

Youth who would like to attend should fill out this form by November 1st at 11:59 PM ET.  If selected, youth will be notified via email and will need to complete additional registration materials and payment prior to November 22nd. 

Imagine. Immerse. Ignite. Join us from across the U.S. in Washington, D.C. for Ignite by 4-H! The four-day interactive summit helps teens find their spark through inspiring speakers, hands-on workshops, off-site experiences, career exploration and connecting with peers. Ignite is a step forward in the journey of becoming beyond ready. At Ignite, teens collaborate, create and cultivate a passion for expanding their minds and their world—becoming resilient and READY for everything life has to offer.  The possibilities are endless at Ignite by 4-H. For more information visit: https://4-h.org/events/ignite-by-4-h/. 
Cost:  $100  (which will be used to provide meals outside of scheduled program events) due by November 22nd if selected to attend.

What's included? 

• High impact programming and speakers featuring national experts and leaders along with opportunities for career exploration, using your voice and building connections with teens from across the country.
• Room and board (based on double occupancy for both youth and adults).
• All meals and breaks.
• D.C. area site visits and all program materials.
• Round-trip transportation from Columbia, South Carolina to Washington D.C. with Clemson 4-H staff.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the State 4-H Office at sc4h@clemson.edu or 864-656-3848. 

The below application should be completed by the youth interested in attending Ignite by 4-H.  You must be a current 4-H member and at least 14 years of age to be eligible to attend this event. (Enroll in 4HOnline at v2.4honline.com before the application deadline for the 2024-2025 year.)