Providing high-quality and effective youth development programming consistent with the theory, policies and practices of Michigan 4-H Youth Development is a priority of MSU Extension. To accomplish this, training and technical assistance on issues such as 4-H structure, by-laws and best practices is available to community and county 4-H advisory groups across the state.
Looking for resources for your advisory group? View our Advisory Toolkit.
For more information, contact Darren Bagley, bagleyda@msu.edu.
News
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Michigan 4-H Foundation offers mini-grants up to $2,000 to local 4-H programs in 2026-2027
Published on April 1, 2026
Grant opportunities of up to $2,000 are available from the Michigan 4-H Foundation to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2026-2027 program year. -
Building trust with culturally distinct communities
Published on February 11, 2026
Fostering understanding and inclusivity through authentic connections in the community. -
The Partnership Playbook: Celebrating and communicating collaborative success
Published on February 11, 2026
Partnerships shine the brightest when their stories are shared. So how do we make those moments count? -
4-H scholarships benefit members and volunteers
Published on October 2, 2025
Use these questions to work through establishing scholarships in your 4-H program. -
The Partnership Playbook: Ending partnerships with professionalism
Published on August 6, 2025
Community partnerships are powerful tools, but what happens when a partnership is no longer working? How do you step away without burning bridges or losing credibility?