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From ideas to enterprises: Empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs

Published on May 7, 2025
Michigan’s youth to showcase their entrepreneurial ventures at the CEC Conference, inspiring communities to nurture future business leaders.
Helping youth share their 4-H story: A quick and impactful activity for volunteers

Published on May 1, 2025
4-H volunteers can play a key role in helping youth learn how to share their 4-H story.
Big or small; aquatic species need care too

Published on April 10, 2025
Want to work with animals? Explore a job or career caring for aquatic creatures and their environments.
Michigan 4-H license plate now available to drivers

Published on April 9, 2025
Support Michigan 4-H and show your 4-H pride by purchasing a Michigan 4-H license plate.
Building assets for youth success

Published on February 20, 2025
Youth need assets to avoid risky behavior and become successful adults.
Michigan 4-H's improved 4-H SPARK Survey helps identify youth sparks

Published on February 20, 2025
Michigan 4-H staff updated the 4-H SPARK Survey to improve youth access to 4-H projects.
The five Ps of the lemonade stand: determining your potential profit

Published on February 12, 2025
When youth run a lemonade stand, they are learning and practicing the important concepts of the five Ps of marketing. This article focuses on maximizing lemonade stand profits and explains pricing, break-even and profit margins.
Empowering Michigan teens through civic engagement: 4-H Capitol Experience

Published on January 30, 2025
A hands-on approach to public policy where teens have a platform for youth voice.
Meet Julie Becker: Gratiot County 4-H

Published on January 23, 2025
A personal testimonial of the impact of Michigan 4-H from Gratiot County 4-H'er Julie Becker.
Become a 4-H camp counselor to develop leadership skills

Published on January 22, 2025
Michigan 4-H Youth Development helps youth develop leadership skills and a sense of responsibility as it trains them to become camp counselors.