The 4-H House Alumni Association Board administers the affairs of the Association through 16 board members. The board's goal is to promote a working relationship with the women of the house by assisting them in strengthening the bonds of friendship, maintaining a home at minimum cost for its members, promoting scholastic interests, and providing leadership and social opportunities for the women of 4-H House.
The 4-H House property is owned by the alumni of 4-H House, the Illinois 4-H House Association. The cooperative unit, 4-H House, leases this property from the Association. A major aspect of the relationship between the Association and 4-H House is that of landlord/tenant. As such, the Association manages and controls any and all physical changes to the house and property. Operations are managed with a goal of break-even. We rely on alumni contributions to build any reserves necessary for future projects – both foreseen and unforeseen.
The other major aspect of the relationship between the Association and 4-H House is advisory and governing. The Association, represented by the Board, is ultimately responsible for the efficient operation and governance of the House. This is accomplished by contact and communication with Exec and is why we actively participate in House operations. In short, the House is self-governing and the Board is here to ensure the self-governing system is running smoothly. This is the most rewarding part of our roles as alumnae members – to be able to serve in an advisory capacity and to watch each of the women grow into the roles as 4-H House women, students and leaders.
Four regular meetings are held in Champaign-Urbana to conduct the business of the association. Most are held in conjuction with a house activity to give the board and the women of the house opportunities to interact together.
If you are an alumni of 4-H House and are interested in serving on the board, please contact the alumni relations chair for more information.