Objective: The purpose of the award is to recognize 4-H members who have demonstrated
consistent growth in their 4-H involvement, developed and applied their leadership skills, and
actively participated in the functions of their 4-H club and community. It encourages the
development of outstanding citizens through participation in a broad range of 4-H activities.
Eligibility: 4-H’ers are eligible for the Georgia 4-H Key Award beginning in 9th grade. 4-H’ers who
achieve Level 4 are ineligible to receive the Georgia 4-H Key Award again.
Guidelines: This application must be typed. The application is divided into eight sections. Points
are limited in each section based on the space provided; no additional pages/spaces may be
added. Although eligibility begins in the 9th grade, points are cumulative starting in the 7th grade.
Prizes and Awards: The Key Award has four levels based on the total cumulative points of your
application. 4-H’ers are encouraged to work their way through the levels until reaching Level 4.
| Level 1 | 500 – 749 | Key Award Certificate and Key Award Pin |
| Level 2 | 750 – 999 | Bronze Medallion and Key Award Pin |
| Level 3 | 1,000 – 1,249 | Silver Medallion and Key Award Pin |
| Level 4 | 1250+ | Gold Medallion, Key Award Pin, and Master 4-H Status |
Submitting Awards: Please submit completed award applications to: tinyurl.com/GA4HKeyAward by May 15.
