Ohio 4-H Policies & Procedures
The Ohio 4-H Youth Development program seeks to provide positive Educational experiences for youth, volunteers, parents/guardians, and Community members. To create and support this positive environment, Ohio State University Extension has adopted specific policies, procedures, and best practices.
As an organization, we believe in the important role that policies and procedures play in ensuring a positive and safe learning experience for youth, parents/guardians, volunteers, and community members. Below you will find the relevant policies and procedures adopted by Ohio State University Extension. Should you have any questions or need assistance finding information related to a policy, please contact:
Ryan J. Schmiesing, Ph.D.
Associate State 4-H Leader
schmiesing.3@osu.edu
614-292-4444
Cloverbuds
4-H Cloverbud Members
4-H Cloverbuds & Camp
Contracts & User Agreements
Facility Contract Policy & Procedures
Financial Management
Please note that there are many changes to the certifying process. For questions, contact Ryan Schmiesing.
Letter
Concerning Club Certification - October 17, 2007
Tax
Exempt Status for 4-H Clubs and Affiliated 4-H Organizations
Certification
of 4-H Clubs and Affiliated 4-H Organization
Electronic
Filing Requirements for 4-H Clubs & Affiliated 4-H Organizations
Livestock
Sales, Auctions, & Similar Events
IRS
4-H Livestock Sale FAQs
Raffles,
Lotteries, Gaming and 4-H
Blanket
Certificate of Exemption
Sample
SS-4 Form
Submitting
SS-4 Form
Please direct questions to Ryan Schmiesing at 614.292.4444 or schmiesing.3@osu.edu.
Updated March 31, 2008
4-H Treasury Guidelines
4-H Club Fundraising Guidelines
4-H Club Financial Management Guidelines
4-H Committee Financial Management Guidelines
Instructions to Apply for EIN: On-Line
Food Service
Food Service & Preparation Policy
General Policies & Procedures
Alcohol Use Policy
Child Abuse Reporting Policy & Procedures
Early Release from Event
Illegal Drug Use Policy
Liability Shields
OSU Extension Policies & Procedures
Record Retention (OSU Extension)
Restricted Release of Member
Risk Management (OSU Extension)
Sexual Harassment Policy (OSU)
Tobacco Use Policy
Link between OSU Extension & the County
Fair: Partners and their Respective Roles
Membership
Cloverbud Members
Cross County Line
Membership Policy (revised April 2007)
Cross County Line Request
Form (revised April 2007)
Membership Guidelines
Transferring 4-H Membership
Name & Emblem
Use
of 4-H Name & Emblem - National Overview
Use of 4-H Name & Emblem - Ohio 4-H Professionals Guide
Use of 4-H Name & Emblem - Request Form
Club Chartering
USDA Charter Letter
Club Charter Certificate
Peer Review
Peer Review Instructions
Peer Review Form
Peer Review Submission Guide
PUBS Reviewer Form
Photographs
Adult Photo Permission Form
Youth Photo Permission Form
Transportation
15 Passenger Van Use
Transportation, Policy, Procedures, & Waiver
Volunteers
Addressing Volunteer Behaviors
Volunteer Selection Policy & Procedures
