About Fort Bend County 4-H
The Fort Bend County 4-H program is a dynamic youth development organization empowering young people to become confident, capable leaders. Through hands-on learning experiences, youth explore areas such as agriculture, science, community service, and leadership. With a strong network of dedicated volunteers, parents, and educators, 4-H cultivates skills that prepare members for lifelong success while fostering a sense of responsibility and connection to their communities.

About The 4-H Ambassador Program
The Fort Bend County 4-H Ambassador Program is an elite leadership initiative designed to highlight the best and brightest of our 4-H youth. Ambassadors serve as the face of 4-H, promoting the program's mission through public outreach, community events, and leadership opportunities. These young leaders gain valuable experience in public speaking, advocacy, and teamwork while inspiring others to join and support the 4-H community.

For questions, contact the Fort Bend County 4-H Ambassador Team at 281-342-3034.

Best of 2024 Photography Contest

Hosted by the Fort Bend County 4-H Ambassadors

This photography contest is proudly sponsored by the Fort Bend County 4-H Ambassadors, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. All proceeds will support 4-H Ambassador initiatives and Fort Bend County enrichment programs.

Contest Rules:

1. Eligibility:
   • All photos must be taken by the entrant in 2024.
   • Submissions must be uploaded by the entrant or their parent/guardian (only if entrant is under 18).
   • Entrants do not need to reside in Fort Bend County or the USA.
2. Submission Guidelines:
   • Only digital submissions are accepted via https://www.gogophotocontest.com/fortbend4-h. Printed photos will not be accepted.
   • Submission opens at 12:00 AM (Central Time) on Friday, January 10, 2025, and closes at 11:59:59 PM (Central Time) on Monday, February 10, 2025.
   • Late or incorrect submissions will be disqualified.
   • Each submission must be qualified based on the age of the entrant, regardless of the entrant's photographic skill level. The entrant age brackets are:
3. Judging and Awards:
   • Social voting for the photos will occur between 12:00 AM (Central Time) on Friday, January 10, 2025 – 11:59:59 PM (Central Time) on Monday, February 10, 2025.
   • Winners will be announced during an awards ceremony on February 26, 2025, in Fort Bend County, with a virtual option available. Attendance is not required to win.
   • Awards will be mailed (via USPS regular mail, or similar) to winners who cannot attend the physical in-person awards ceremony, limited to U.S. domestic shipping.
   • 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd place recognition will be given by age class (Junior, Intermediate, Senior, and Adult). A total of 4 belt buckles and 8 rosette ribbons will be awarded, therefore.
   • 1^st place winners will receive a belt buckle. 2^nd and 3^rd place winners will receive ribbons.
4. Submission Rules:
   • Each photo can only be submitted to one age group. Duplicate submissions will result in disqualification from all age groups.
   • Photos containing obscene, vulgar, hateful, or illegal content, or violating 4-H's family-friendly values, will be disqualified.
   • The organizers reserve the right to refuse or remove any inappropriate submissions. The organizers have final say in what is or is not appropriate content.
5. Judging Criteria:
   • Social voting will determine all winners.
   • Entrants and submitters may solicit social votes in any legal manner that they wish. Organizers will not support their vote solicitation.
   • Voting will be tallied by a third-party service, and results are final.
6. Photo Rights:
   • Fort Bend County 4-H has unlimited rights, in perpetuity, to use photos submitted for the promotion of 4-H programs and 4-H activities.
   • A minimum of twelve photos will be selected by judges, amongst all those images placing 1^st through 3^rd, or otherwise recognized by the judges or popular vote, for inclusion in the annual Fort Bend County 4-H Calendar of Events. Decision of the judges for this selection is final and non-negotiable.

• Junior, ages 8 and under
• Intermediate, ages 9 – 14
• Senior, ages 15 – 17
• Adults, ages 18+

For questions, contact the Fort Bend County 4-H Ambassador Team at 281-342-3034.