Frequently Asked Questions
What does the registration fee include?
*High impact programming and speakers featuring national experts and leaders
*Opportunities for career exploration
* Skills for teens to learn the power of using their voice *Network and build connections with teens from across the country
*Lead to Change action planning platform
*Room and board (double occupancy for teens and single occupancy for adults) checking in on Wednesday, March 12 and checking out on Sunday, March 16
*All meals and breaks (excluding state organized meals and events)
*DC-area site visits and program materials
How old does youth need to be to attend?
Teens must be high school aged to attend (between the ages of 13-19).
What is the price of the tickets?
Early Bird: Teen tickets are priced at $1200 for double occupancy. Adult tickets are priced at $1650 for single occupancy.
General Admission: Teen tickets are priced at $1350 for double occupancy. Adult tickets are priced at $1800 for single occupancy.
Why do adults not have a double occupancy rate?
In order to increase youth capacity at the Marriott Marquis based on their room types, we found this is the best way to keep attendees together in the same hotel the event programming will take place.
Adults will also have their choice of adult sessions and workshops to attend as part of the experience.
How does Early Bird Registration work?
Early Bird registration will close October 15th, 2024 at noon ET. All payments or proof of PO must be received by October 15th, 2024 at noon ET.
Can one person buy all tickets for the group?
Yes, one purchaser can buy multiple tickets. Within 5 days of purchasing, you will receive an email with information on logging into our Ignite by 4-H Portal. There, you can fill out names of attendees, as well as make changes until December 2nd, 2024.
Is there a refund policy?
All refund requests must be received by December 2nd, 2024 at 12 noon ET in writing to events@4-h.org. If there are ticket specials, they are not applicable for refunds, but attendee names can be replaced.
Can adults and youth room together?
Council’s policy prohibits adults (educators, volunteer chaperones that are age 18 and older) from sharing lodging rooms with youth (teens less than 19 years old), except when the adult and youth are immediate family members) or when the youth’s parent or legal guardian approves staying with the adult. Council must be provided with a notarized letter signed by the youth’s parent or legal guardian granting permission for a designated adult to stay in the youth’s room.
Will accommodations be made for delegates or chaperones with food allergies, dietary restrictions or special dietary needs due to religious holidays?
We know food allergies and dietary restrictions are of utmost importance, especially when traveling. The National 4-H Council Experiences team is working closely with the Marriott Marquis, as well as other venues where food will be served to ensure we can safely accommodate all restrictions and allergies. We, also, recognize Ignite by 4-H is during Ramadan. Please note food restrictions and special accommodations under Accommodations when you register in the portal.