News

Michigan 4-H Foundation holds 2024 officer and trustee elections

Published on November 20, 2024
Michigan 4-H Foundation trustees are volunteers who manage foundation policies and operations, and are community advocates for ongoing and increasing support for 4-H.
Matt Daum welcomed to the Michigan 4-H Foundation board of trustees

Published on November 20, 2024
Daum was appointed interim dean of the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) on July 1.
New 4-H Children’s Gardens fund remembers Cass County 4-H alumna and teacher; endows educational coordinator position

Published on November 20, 2024
Terry and Pamela Proctor established the Sarah L. Proctor Educational Endowment at the Michigan 4-H Children’s Gardens to support the gardens’ educational coordinator position well into the future.
Sally Stuby honored as trustee emerita by Michigan 4-H Foundation

Published on November 20, 2024
Trustee emeriti must have served at least nine years on the board and provided especially distinguished service to the board during their tenure. They are elected by the board and may attend and participate in all board meetings with ex-officio status.
Saginaw County youth elected to Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees

Published on November 20, 2024
Saginaw County 4-H member Reyna Atkinson was elected to the Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees in October.
Group management for youth settings: Strategies for attention

Published on October 24, 2024
Having strategies to gain and regain youths’ attention is key to keeping the group on track.
The Partnership Playbook: Building a strong foundation with partners

Published on October 24, 2024
Building trust and rapport among members of a community partnership is an important part of collaboration in youth development.
Help youth build the Five C’s: Competence, confidence, connection, character and compassion

Published on October 21, 2024
Volunteers can take these simple steps to help youth build the Five C’s.
Starting the 4-H season off right: Suggestions for the year’s first meeting

Published on October 14, 2024
Build excitement for the new 4-H year for 4-H members, club leaders and parents excited to spring into action with their 4-H club!
The Partnership Playbook: Initiating a partnership

Published on October 14, 2024
Starting a community partnership from scratch can feel like a challenge, but by taking the steps outlined in the Partnership Playbook, you can build strong relationships.