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Understanding the nature of boundaries is key to youth-adult partnerships

Published on May 6, 2026
Setting healthy boundaries in youth-adult partnerships begins with an understanding of how they work.
Grants for 4-H clubs: What you need to know

Published on April 27, 2026
When 4-H clubs need funding, grants are one option. Who is eligible to apply and how should the process begin?
Help youth build the Five Cs: Competence, confidence, connection, character and compassion

Published on April 27, 2026
Volunteers can take these simple steps to help youth build the Five Cs.
Empowering youth leadership: 4-H member brings livestock judging innovation to Houghton County Fair

Published on April 1, 2026
Local 4-H youth develops new livestock judging contest to expand hands-on learning opportunities.
Interview behavior and follow-up counts

Published on March 25, 2026
Small actions that make a big difference in your interview success.
4-H Exploration Days lets Michigan youth explore possibilities for their future

Published on March 18, 2026
MSU pre-college programs like 4-H Exploration Days provide education, personal development and fun for ages 12 and up – make summer plans for your youth early!
Michigan youth invited to compete in Smart Money Missions game for National Financial Literacy Month

Published on March 12, 2026
Empower teens to make informed financial decisions about spending, saving, investing and entrepreneurship in a fun scavenger hunt game.
Have you thought about sending your child to camp?

Published on March 12, 2026
Youth of all ages can benefit from attending day or overnight camps.
Michigan 4-H Alumni Spotlight: Amanda Towne

Published on February 23, 2026
Amanda Towne is a 15-year alumna of the Michigan 4-H program. As an active member of the NMU Collegiate 4-H Club, Amanda shared her 4-H story and how her years as a 4-H member impacted her life.
Michigan 4-H Foundation supports 4-H learning experiences across Michigan in 2025-26

Published on February 12, 2026
The Michigan 4-H Foundation has awarded nearly $130,000 in sponsorships to reduce the cost for youth and volunteers to attend Michigan 4-H programs and events during the 2025-26 program year.