The 4-H Volunteer Hall of Fame was established as part of the 100th Centennial Birthday Celebration for 4-H in 2002.  Its purpose then, and now, is to recognize and celebrate those individuals who have made a significant contribution to the development of the 4-H program in South Dakota.  Their time, effort, and dedication have benefited thousands of youth over the history of South Dakota 4-H. More than 160 4-H volunteers have been inducted into the Hall of Fame since 2002.

The people inducted into the 4-H Volunteer Hall of Fame for 2011 have been role models in the areas of citizenship, leadership, career accomplishment, and character.  4-H members and their families across the state will continue to benefit from their guidance and leadership for generations to come.  The class of 2011 was inducted during a special ceremony on the 4-H stage at the SD State Fair on Sunday, September 4th .

• Paul Jean and Alberta Petty, Fall River County (posthumously)
• Dave and Noreen Eldridge, Fall River County (posthumously)
• Donna Kubik, Tripp County
• Marvin and Mae Maude, Pennington and Custer Counties