Fair Ambassadors are vital to the success of the Broome County Fair and play essential leadership and support role. A fair ambassador is a self-motivated, enthusiastic leader who promotes 4-H using the skills, knowledge and leadership abilities acquired in 4-H to all youth participants and the general public. Applicants must demonstrate mature, responsible behavior, and they must be able to assume leadership responsibilities among teens and/or peers. The main role as a fair ambassador is creating a positive experience for fellow 4-H members along with community members. During the fair, fair ambassadors will assist in overseeing the 4-H youth building, animals shows, and coordinating and implementing social hours.

Fair Ambassadors play essential leadership and support roles during the fair.

Fair Ambassadors

Fair Ambassadors are vital to the success of the Broome County Fair and play essential leadership and support roles. A fair ambassador is a self-motivated, enthusiastic leader who promotes 4-H using the skills, knowledge and leadership abilities acquired in 4-H to all youth participants and the general public. Applicants must demonstrate mature, responsible behavior, and they must be able to assume leadership responsibilities among teens and/or peers. The main role as a fair ambassador is creating a positive experience for fellow 4-H members along with community members. During the fair, fair ambassadors will assist in overseeing the 4-H youth building, animals shows, and coordinating and implementing social hours.

What will I do? Fair Ambassador Responsibilities:

(include but not limited to)
•Serve as responsible and mature role models for 4-H youth participants.
• Assist with set up and clean up of the buildings, barns, and activities.
• Help to ensure that the Broome County Fair 4-H programs runs smoothly.
• Plan and run social events for 4-H youth.
• Meet and greet 4-H youth and general public as they enter buildings or barns.
• Relay information to necessary 4-H youth, volunteers, and staff.
• Maintain a clean and professional looking 4-H buildings and barns.
• Assist in the setup and running of assigned programs and/or shows.
• Participate fully in any project or activity assigned to you.
• Assist with setup, sign posting, and other details
.• Attend Fair Ambassador meetings with other Fair Ambassadors and 4-H Staff to discuss issues, concerns, and special duties for the next day.
• Assist 4-H Youth and Staff throughout the duration of the County Fair.

To be eligible, youth must:

• Youth must be at least 13 years old
• Submit an application
• Be enrolled for the 2024-2025 4-H year
• Attend an interview 
• Attend at least 2 trainings
• Attend 1 Fair Clean Up Day (July 12th from 9am-12pm or July 14th 4-6pm)
• Must commit to working a minimum of 12 hours during the county fair

Want to be a 2025 Fair Ambassador?

Reach out to the 4-H office!

Contact

Sara Bergfjord
4-H Program Educator
spb237@cornell.edu

Last updated June 16, 2025