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The 4-H Children’s Gardens celebrate 30th anniversary

Published on June 2, 2023
In summer 2023, the Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens will celebrate 30 years of existence. As we mark this occasion, the Michigan 4-H Foundation is reflecting on the origins of the first garden.
JOANN’S partnership provides big returns to Michigan 4-H

Published on June 2, 2023
In the late winter 2022 JOANN campaign, Michigan ranked first in the nation, raising $80,825 through 41 Michigan stores.
China art donation to be auctioned to support 4-H global and cultural programming

Published on June 2, 2023
Generous art donation to the Michigan 4-H Foundation will be auctioned, with the proceeds supporting Michigan 4-H global and cultural programming.
In memory of Michael J. Tate

Published on June 2, 2023
Former state 4-H director and Michigan 4-H Foundation honorary trustee Michael J. Tate, Ph.D. died April 15.
Tractor Supply’s Paper Clover Campaign reaches $20 million donation milestone for 4-H

Published on June 2, 2023
In the spring 2023 campaign, the Tractor Supply Company's Paper Clover fundraising campaign reached the cumulative $20 million donation milestone.
Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients announced

Published on June 2, 2023
Three recipients received the 2022 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award. This award recognizes the outstanding achievements of Michigan 4-H volunteers exhibit excellence in 4-H youth education and leadership development.
Abbey Miller to direct Michigan 4-H Foundation

Published on June 1, 2023
Miller is charged with overseeing the organization’s operations and facilitating its strategic development under the direction and guidance of the Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees and in collaboration with MSU Extension and University Advancement.
Bordeaux estate gift supports Michigan 4-H

Published on May 25, 2023
An estate gift from Gogebic County 4-H alum Lewis Bordeaux will help sustain the work of the Michigan 4-H Foundation and its support for Michigan 4-H Youth Development.
Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens History

Published on May 25, 2023
In 2023, the the Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens will celebrate 30 years of existence. Explore its history with this timeline!
Lumm makes special gift supporting Oakland County 4-H

Published on May 18, 2023
With a deep fondness for the 4-H program in his community, Daniel Lumm, of Waterford, made a special gift to support Oakland County 4-H in 2022.