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Grants for 4-H clubs: What you need to know

Published on April 27, 2026
When 4-H clubs need funding, grants are one option. Who is eligible to apply and how should the process begin?
One year of driving the clover forward: Michigan 4-H license plate celebrates first anniversary

Published on April 27, 2026
Last April, the Michigan 4-H community celebrated a milestone decades in the making: the launch of the Michigan 4-H license plate. One year later, Michigan 4-H continues to celebrate the plate’s existence and the potential it holds for the program.
Help youth build the Five Cs: Competence, confidence, connection, character and compassion

Published on April 27, 2026
Volunteers can take these simple steps to help youth build the Five Cs.
Spice up your summer 4-H club meetings with new resources

Published on April 27, 2026
Resources and ideas to aid 4-H clubs and volunteers in avoiding the summer 4-H blues.
MSU Extension honors 11 Michigan 4-H volunteers for 50 years of service in 2026

Published on April 22, 2026
As individuals and organizations across the country celebrate National Volunteer Week this April 19-25, Michigan State University Extension is celebrating 11 volunteers who have given 50 or more years of service to Michigan 4-H.
Make every meeting matter: Sparking engagement in your 4-H club

Published on April 2, 2026
Inspiring youth to learn, lead and belong.
Ignite volunteerism: Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2026

Published on April 2, 2026
Recognizing the impact of MSU Extension volunteers and the personal and community benefits of giving back.
Michigan 4-H Foundation offers mini-grants up to $2,000 to local 4-H programs in 2026-2027

Published on April 1, 2026
Grant opportunities of up to $2,000 are available from the Michigan 4-H Foundation to support local 4-H clubs and county programs for the 2026-2027 program year.
Responding to hate

Published on March 23, 2026
The Southern Law Poverty Center and the Anti-Defamation League have resources to address and respond to hate, bigotry, racism and anti-Semitism.
4-H Exploration Days lets Michigan youth explore possibilities for their future

Published on March 18, 2026
MSU pre-college programs like 4-H Exploration Days provide education, personal development and fun for ages 12 and up – make summer plans for your youth early!