MSU Extension 4-H Volunteering & Mentoring

• Michigan 4-H Foundation offers mini-grants up to $1,000 for local programs

  Published on April 2, 2021
  The Michigan 4-H Foundation has announced grant and award opportunities of up to $1,000 to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2021-2022 program year.

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  Creating a communication plan in your mentoring program

  Published on March 1, 2021
  Establishing a communication plan in mentoring programs helps build, maintain and sustain strong relationships with children and families.

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  Infusing career exploration into your youth mentoring program

  Published on February 26, 2021
  Learn about career and workforce development ideas to infuse career exploration into your youth mentoring program.

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  Building family relationships in mentoring programs

  Published on February 16, 2021
  Learn how to build strong relationships with families in your mentoring program.

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  Tips for meeting virtually with your 4-H club

  Published on December 3, 2020
  Follow these tips to ensure you get the most out of your online meetings and ensure a fair process for decision-making.

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  Giving thanks for Extension Master Gardeners dedicated to community service and youth gardening education

  Published on November 30, 2020
  Michigan State University Extension Master Gardener volunteers start a new gardening club at a local elementary school.

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  Listening to the Latinx voice to address disparities during the novel coronavirus pandemic

  Published on November 5, 2020
  To learn about the needs of the state’s youth during these challenging times, MSU Extension hosted listening sessions. Two of the sessions were conducted in Spanish, in an effort to hear directly from Latinx parents about their educational needs.

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  Michigan 4-H volunteer spotlight: Lapeer County’s Michelle Hedgcock

  Published on August 25, 2020
  Michigan 4-H volunteers are finding creative ways to continue connecting with Michigan 4-H’ers during social distancing. Read about one these Michigan 4-H volunteers and what she is doing.

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  New statewide virtual showcase provides opportunity for Michigan youth to shine

  Published on August 13, 2020
  Michigan State Fair and Michigan State University Extension partner to provide online showcase and scholarships for youth.

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  Roadmap to a Virtual Program provides framework when planning virtual education

  Published on August 7, 2020
  Asking questions during the planning process and being intentional in the outcome can lead to virtual program success.