Marion County 4-H

What we do

4-H provides a safe and caring environment for young people to practice important life skills, make friends, and share their learning. Every 4-H’er’s journey is unique and catered to their specific interests.

Marion County boasts a diverse 4-H program that meets the interests of the young people in Indianapolis and surrounding towns. We have about 20 4-H clubs that are spearheaded by our passionate 4-H adult volunteers and offer over 60 projects for area youth. In addition to club and project activities, Marion County offers local, state, and national 4-H program opportunities.

Purdue Extension Marion County

Marion County 4-H

(317) 275-9305

marion4h@purdue.edu

1202 E 38th Street
Discovery Hall Suite 201
Indianapolis, IN 46205

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4-H Grows Here

Meet your Marion County 4-H Educators

Ashley Shufflebarger

4-H Educator

adshuffl@purdue.edu

317.275.9262

Ashley is a longtime Marion County resident who loves hands-on learning, reading, nature, and poetry. Her focus in Marion County 4-H is volunteer recruitment, communications, agriculture, and civic engagement.

Meet Ashley Shufflebarger

Rachael Smith

4-H Educator

smith630@purdue.edu

317.275.9268

Rachael is a scientist-turned-youth worker in Marion County. She loves crafting, musicals, and going on adventures with her family. Her focus in Marion County 4-H is healthy living, summer camp, and college and career readiness.

Meet Rachael Smith

Sara Haag

4-H Educator

shaag@purdue.edu

317.275.9283

She has a Bachelor’s in Animal Sciences and a Master’s in Agriculture Education from the University of Illinois. Sara grew up in central Illinois and was active in 4-H in projects like Arts & Crafts, Consumer Clothing, Floriculture, Dog Obedience, Rabbits, and Poultry. Outside of work, she’s likely riding a bike or hanging out with her cat, George.

Meet Sara Haag