MSU Extension Wayne County

The 2024–2025 Wayne County 4-H Recognition Event is almost here! Join us for an afternoon dedicated to celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of our youth and volunteers who make 4-H shine.

Event Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Location: WCCCD Downriver Campus
21000 Northline Rd, Taylor, MI 48180

This year’s theme is “Celebrating the Magic of 4-H!”
Expect an inspiring program filled with recognition for:

• Volunteer Years of Service
• 4-H Member Years of Service
• Scholarship Award Winners
• 4-H Exploration Days Participants
• Project Area Awards
• Specialty Awards
• Graduating Members and Cloverbuds
  …and more!

Attire: Carnival Chic – bright, bold, and fun colors!

RSVP Required: https://forms.gle/rG7EF3iL388QzG4B6
Please RSVP no later than January 17, 2026 to attend.

We can’t wait to celebrate the magic of 4-H with you!

Apply for Awards

MSU Extension Wayne County 4-H Award Applications and Nominations Now Open! This is your chance to apply for County-Level Awards! A variety of awards are available for youth, volunteers, and clubs.

Application Window: October 1 – December 1, 2025. Late submissions will not be accepted.

All applications must be submitted through the online application system. Links to each award and its application can be found below. Please note:

• Some awards require a letter of recommendation to be submitted with the online application.
• Be sure to have all materials ready before starting.
• We recommend drafting your responses in a Word document before submitting online.

Please send questions or non-virtual applications to Ashleigh Klein at apelashl@msu.edu or mail/drop off to 33030 Van Born Rd, Wayne, MI, 48184. Awards will be presented at the Wayne County 4-H Recognition Program, and all nominees are invited to attend.

Youth Awards: Age is based on your 4-H age as of January 1, 2025.

4-H Member Community Service Award Nomination (Self-Nomination Accepted)

4-H High Achievement Award Application (To Be Done by Individual Applicants)

4-H Member Leadership and Personal Growth Award Nomination (4-H Leader or Volunteer Nominations only)

4-H Project Award Nomination (Self-Nominations Accepted)

4-H Member Sportsmanship Award Nomination (4-H Leader of Volunteer Nominations Only)

Adult Awards:

Friend of 4-H Award Nomination (4-H Member, Leader, Volunteer, or Staff Must Nominate)

4-H Leader/Volunteer of the Year Award Nomination (Self-Nomination Accepted)

Club Awards:

Outstanding Achievement for a 4-H Club Award Nomination (Self-Nomination Accepted)