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Michigan 4-H sets off statewide community service campaign with launch of Dare to Serve Challenge

Published on March 28, 2019
Michigan 4-H State Youth Leadership Council members are hoping their Dare to Serve Challenge will motivate others to complete at least one act of community service during the month of April as part of the True Leaders in Service initiative.
Michigan 4-H Alumni Profile: Nate Seese

Published on March 27, 2019
4-H alumni and first Michigan 4-H’er to win a 4-H Youth In Action Award reflects on his experience in 4-H and how it impacted his life
Youth leadership roles can be good career preparation

Published on March 19, 2019
Michigan 4-H provides a foundation for youth to develop leadership skills and assist in career preparation.
Using programs like Zoom or Skype for 4-H advisory groups

Published on March 7, 2019
While virtual meetings are not ideal, they may be the only way to conduct necessary business until a face-to-face meeting can occur. Follow these steps to ensure fairness to all members and meeting participants.
Sample by-laws for 4-H advisory groups – Part 2

Published on February 28, 2019
Stay on task and create a purpose for your committee.
Sample by-laws for 4-H advisory groups – Part 3

Published on February 28, 2019
Incorporate dates into by-laws.
Strong partnerships can make a successful fair

Published on February 27, 2019
A strong fair is created by establishing strong partnerships.
Sample by-laws for 4-H advisory groups – Part 1

Published on February 27, 2019
Part one of three articles on preparing strong by-laws.
What makes 4-H different from other youth organizations?

Published on February 15, 2019
There are many organizations serving youth across the United States. What makes 4-H Youth Development different?
What good is a lobbyist?

Published on February 15, 2019
Many people here the word “lobbyist” and think of dirty deals being made in the halls of Lansing or Washington, D.C. Is that true? Has a lobbyist ever done anything good for you?