Co-op Growing Leaders 4-H Sponsorship

The 2025 CO-OP Growing Leaders Program is Now Open!

Are you curious about 4-H Alberta but not sure how to get started? If you live in one of the participating Co-op trading areas, you may be eligible for funding through the CO-OP Growing Leaders Program.

We’re excited to announce that 4-H Alberta has once again partnered with Federated Co-operatives Limited and the following local Co-ops to make the program more accessible for youth across the province:

Arrowwood Co-op, Beaver Creek Co-op, Central Alberta Co-op, Cornerstone Co-op, Irma Co-op, Lakeland Co-op, Lloydminster & District Co-op, Neerlandia Co-op, New Horizon Co-operative, North Central Co-op, North Corridor Co-op, Pembina West Co-op, Pincher Creek Co-op, South Country Co-op, Westview Co-operative, and Wild Rose Co-op.

What’s Available for the 2025/2026 Club Year?

First-Year Members (no previous 4-H involvement): Registration fees covered, up to $200.

Second-Year Members (joined last year through Growing Leaders): Up to 50% of registration fees covered, to a maximum of $100.

👉 Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applying does not guarantee approval.

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, December 12, 2025

How to Apply?

Complete the application form available here: Co-op Growing Leaders Application

Together, we’re proud to help make 4-H Alberta more accessible—and to support youth as they grow, lead, and thrive.

You can find more information by visiting the Co-op Growing Leaders landing page!