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Inside 4-H: What does fundraising have to do with life skills?

Published on March 15, 2012
Far too often we assume that the educational process of fundraising occurs at the end of the project, once the funds are raised and money is being used. We must consider the educational process and life skills gained before and during a fundraiser.
Animal science programs for youth build life skills

Published on March 6, 2012
Life skills, animal science, youth
Michigan business entrepreneur credits success to 4-H upbringing

Published on February 27, 2012
A local Michigan business entrepreneur and former 4-H'er credits the youth development organization with his business accomplishments.
Hosting an international student changes a family’s world view

Published on February 23, 2012
The Michigan 4-H Polish inbound exchange program expands a host family's view of the rest of the world.
Becoming a global leader: Results from a youth survey

Published on February 7, 2012
What skills do youth believe they need to become a leader in a globalized world? The answers, from 4-H youth, offer suggestions for constructing educational opportunities in global, cultural, leadership and citizenship education.
Allegan County Puts a New Twist on 4-H Science Blast

Published on February 3, 2012
The first monthly 4-H "Animal Science Blast" - part of the I Know MI Numbers science-literacy initiative - was held January 24, 2012 at the Otsego District Public Library.
My Sheep and Pigs Caused a Revolution

Published on January 11, 2012
4-H'er Nate Seese saw the need for high-quality protein at a Byron Center food pantry that helps feed at least 250 families, and decided to find a way to help.
Michigan 4-H Program Celebrates with Free MSU Basketball Tickets

Published on November 29, 2011
On January 15, 2012, the stands at the MSU Breslin Center will be even greener than usual as up to 5,000 extra fans gather to celebrate the Michigan State University Extension 4-H Youth Development program.
2011 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Campers Make Important Discovery

Published on October 25, 2011
While contributing to a coastal inventory, this year's 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp (GLNR) participants discovered a federally and state-threatened plant.
Impact = 1 Day, 2 Clubs, 27 Volunteers, 88 Trees

Published on October 18, 2011
Members from the North Central 4-H Club and the 4-H Country Kids Club, their parents, volunteer leaders and local Master Gardeners showed up at the new Montcalm County 4-H Fairgrounds, where they spent the day planting, mulching and watering trees.