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New 4-H Children’s Gardens fund remembers Cass County 4-H alumna and teacher; endows educational coordinator position

Published on November 20, 2024
Terry and Pamela Proctor established the Sarah L. Proctor Educational Endowment at the Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens to support the gardens’ educational coordinator position well into the future.
Richards named Michigan 4-H Outstanding Lifetime Volunteer

Published on September 25, 2024
Clinton County 4-H volunteer Robert (Bob) Richards has been honored with a prestigious Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Outstanding Lifetime Volunteer Award.
Maritime history and archaeology come alive for 4-H youth campers at NOAA Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary

Published on September 19, 2024
4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp campers explore science, careers, and environmental stewardship.
Michigan 4-H to honor outstanding 4-H youth, alumni, volunteers, partners and staff at 2024 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration

Published on August 22, 2024
Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan 4-H Foundation will co-host the Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration on Sat., Sept. 21, in East Lansing, Mich.
Delving into the secret lives of frogs and toads

Published on July 21, 2024
Michigan’s amazing frogs and toads remind us about the diverse array of amphibians we have in Michigan and the importance of maintaining natural shoreline habitat.
2024 Michigan 4-H State Award winners announced

Published on July 15, 2024
The Michigan 4-H State Awards Program recognized outstanding 4-H members following the opening session of 4-H Exploration Days on June 19. A Michigan 4-H State Award is the highest honor bestowed on Michigan 4-H members.
Fourteen 4-H members receive 2024 Michigan 4-H Mark of Excellence awards

Published on June 27, 2024
Mark of Excellence contest portrays learning experiences of 4-H members.
What should I do if I find a swarm of bees?

Published on April 18, 2024
Contact a local beekeeper if you find a swarm of honey bees.
4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp: A national top science program

Published on April 11, 2024
Nationally recognized for science literacy excellence, 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp serves as a program model for others.
Michigan 4-H Foundation offers local 4-H programs mini-grants up to $1,000

Published on April 1, 2024
Grant and award opportunities of up to $1,000 are available from the Michigan 4-H Foundation to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2024-2025 program year.