Name: National 4-H Week
Start: 2025-10-5EDT12:00AM
End: 2025-10-11EDT12:00AM

National 4-H Week

October 5, 2025 - October 11, 2025

For more than 100 years, 4-H has inspired families, shaped careers, and impacted communities. From October 5-11, we will celebrate the impact of 4‑H during National 4‑H Week. The theme of this year’s National 4-H Week is “Beyond Ready.” This theme celebrates how 4-H is building a ready generation in a world of change, equipping youth with skills for the future while meeting them where they are today.

This year, National 4-H Council is asking the 4-H network to activate collectively on two days (Monday, Oct. 6 and Thursday, Oct. 9).

Monday, October 6: Go Green!

On Monday of National 4-H Week, Go GREEN and show your 4-H State spirit! A simple, cohesive way for youth, professionals, volunteers, alumni & supporters across the country to celebrate their 4-H programs being Beyond
Ready. Wear a green hat, clothing, face paint— anything green goes. Let’s paint the nation GREEN, on Monday, October 6! Share your ‘Go Green’ moment on social and tag National 4-H, your State 4-H program, and use:
#4HBeyondReady #National4HWeek

Thursday, October 9: 4-H for Good

On Thursday of National 4-H Week, help us shine a light on all the good that 4-H does! A day to recognize all the 4-H’ers who are doing good and making positive impact by helping their communities and beyond. Share your own story or celebrate someone who is making a difference - another 4-H’er, volunteer or educator We want to know, Thursday, October 9! Share your ‘4-H For Good’ story on social, tag others in your 4-H community, tag National 4-H and use: #4HBeyondReady #National4HWeek

Other Ideas

Here are some other ideas of how you can celebrate 4-H in your community!

Wear Your 4‑H Gear — Nothing says 4‑H pride like a 4‑H tee! Dress yourself (or the entire family – pets included!) in 4‑H clover gear.
Shout-Out a 4‑H’er — Recognize the hard work and dedication of 4‑H’ers by shouting out one youth or an entire club on social media, in a local newspaper or other media.
Storefront Displays/Information Booths — In some communities, you can ask local businesses to display 4‑H posters, flyers, showcase the work of 4-H'ers, or host a table to share information about your local 4‑H program.
Become a 4‑H Volunteer —If you are a 4‑H alum, parent or recent 4-H ‘graduate’, you might be looking for ways to connect with 4‑H. Consider giving your time to a local 4‑H program by becoming a volunteer.
Share Your 4‑H Story — Take to social media to share a 4‑H memory, express how 4‑H shaped who you are today, describe what 4‑H means to you, post an old 4‑H photo, or shout-out your 4‑H club.
Have a 4‑H Reunion — Gather your old 4‑H friends and spend some time together reminiscing on your 4‑H experience or recreate a 4‑H project together!
Send a 4‑H ‘Thank You’ — We all have a reason to thank our local 4‑H staff, leaders and supporters. To show your appreciation, send a handwritten ‘thank you’ note to someone who has supported youth and made a difference.
Raise Awareness – On October 8, Michigan 4-H and MSU Extension will be hosting the third Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol. Join this exciting education and awareness event to help elevate knowledge of Michigan 4-H and share the impact of its programming across Michigan. Learn more online.
Give Back — Local programs are always looking for resources to continue growing 4-H for the future. Help programs thrive by making a donation that can help support your county 4-H program.