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Patrick Tiedt elected to Michigan 4-H Foundation board of trustees

Published on October 26, 2026
Osceola County 4-H alumnus and Consumers Energy professional to serve as trustee of the Michigan 4-H Foundation.
Matthew Thelen elected to Michigan 4-H Foundation board of trustees

Published on October 26, 2026
Clinton County 4-H alumnus and financial professional will serve as board treasurer and trustee of the Michigan 4-H Foundation.
Michigan 4-H Foundation announces 2026 board officers and trustee elections

Published on October 26, 2026
The Michigan 4-H Foundation elected officers and board of trustee members at meetings on Oct. 2 in Lansing.
Michigan 4-H volunteer creates new 4-H lesson focused on colostrum and immunity for young calves

Published on October 15, 2026
A Michigan 4-H volunteer used her dairy science expertise to create a fun and educational lesson focused on colostrum and calf immunity. This hands-on, interactive lesson is easily adaptable for use at 4-H club meetings, 4-H educational events and more.
The power of partnership: Growing the West Michigan Community Garden Coalition

Published on October 7, 2026
Local organizations in the greater Grand Rapids area come together to bring community gardens to West Michigan.
Michigan 4-H Foundation launches Beyond Ready Campaign to prepare youth for the future

Published on October 6, 2026
Statewide fundraising effort seeks to expand access to life-changing 4-H experiences for Michigan youth
Manwell named outstanding 4-H alumnus

Published on October 5, 2026
Monroe County 4-H alumnus Elizabeth “Lisa” Manwell, of Canton, was among nine 4-H alumni inducted into the 2026 class of the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society at a ceremony on Oct. 3.
Paulsen named outstanding 4-H alumnus

Published on October 5, 2026
Cass County 4-H alumnus Judith Paulsen, of Hartland, was among nine 4-H alumni inducted into the 2026 class of the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society at a ceremony on Oct. 3.
Turner named outstanding 4-H alumnus

Published on October 5, 2026
Sanilac County 4-H alumnus Roxanne S. Turner, of Fowlerville, was among nine 4-H alumni inducted into the 2026 class of the Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society at a ceremony on Oct. 3.
Outstanding Michigan 4-H alumni, volunteers, youth, staff and partners recognized at 2026 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration

Published on October 5, 2026
Awards presented at the event are among some of Michigan 4-H’s highest honors.