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Budd honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on September 25, 2024
Donna Budd of Wayne County was among five Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2024.
State Sen. McBroom named outstanding 4-H alumnus

Published on September 25, 2024
Dickinson County 4-H alumnus State Sen. Edward W. McBroom, of Vulcan, was among ten 4-H alumni inducted into the 2024 class of the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society at a ceremony on Sept. 21.
Victorson named outstanding 4-H alumna

Published on September 25, 2024
Luce County 4-H alumna Nacy L. Victorson, of Newberry, was among ten 4-H alumni inducted into the 2024 class of the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society at a ceremony on Sept. 21.
Gould and Yeager honored as outstanding 4-H agriculture volunteer

Published on September 25, 2024
Rick Gould and Kevin Yeager of St. Joseph County was among five Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipients honored in 2024.
Risk and protective factors for youth and their mental health

Published on September 5, 2024
Most youth have both risk and protective factors that affect their experiences in life. A competent and consistent adult is one of the most important protective factors in a young person's life and mental health.
Ground rules for effective meetings and youth-adult partnerships

Published on September 5, 2024
Creating meeting norms for your youth group can make meetings more effective.
Career exploration and volunteers: lowering the disconnection for youth

Published on August 29, 2024
Adults can use a variety of strategies to help youth connect with employment, education or training for their future.
Book review: “Sparks: How Parents Can Help Ignite the Hidden Strengths of Teenagers” by Peter Benson, Ph.D.

Published on August 29, 2024
Recognize the power of sparks and how you can help them grow.
Michigan 4-H Foundation Partnership Spotlight: Michigan Division of the WNF&GA

Published on August 26, 2024
The Michigan Division of the Women's National Farm and Garden Association has been a strong supporter and partner of 4-H for nearly 70 years, making them the longest consecutive donor to the Michigan 4-H Foundation.
Michigan 4-H to honor outstanding 4-H youth, alumni, volunteers, partners and staff at 2024 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration

Published on August 22, 2024
Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan 4-H Foundation will co-host the Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration on Sat., Sept. 21, in East Lansing, Mich.