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Michigan 4-H Fire Explorers Club comes to the rescue while building future firefighters
Published on July 19, 2017
With a diminishing number of volunteers in emergency services, including firefighters and emergency medical technician crews, one Upper Peninsula township faced a growing problem. -
Silence: A skill and a tool
Published on July 18, 2017
Whether you’re acting in a leadership role or just having a casual conversation, allowing natural silence to occur can be beneficial. -
Michigan’s first Borlaug-Ruan interns credit 4-H for their success
Published on July 13, 2017
In just three years, two Michigan youth have received the prestigious Borlaug-Ruan International Internship, an honor bestowed on individuals who fight for food security for all. -
Retain volunteers through ongoing interaction
Published on June 22, 2017
Volunteer retention requires regular communication and support. -
Common interests to recruit volunteers
Published on June 21, 2017
If you’re looking for places to recruit volunteers, start with your interests. -
Impacts made in Gladwin County through Michigan State University Extension
Published on June 20, 2017
Across the state, Michigan State University Extension is helping youth, adults and communities grow and prosper. Let’s take a look at how Gladwin County made impacts through Extension programs in 2016. -
Musical.ly: Five things parents and volunteers should know about the app
Published on June 20, 2017
Musical.ly continues to be a very popular app with youth, and it’s important for adults to have a basic understanding of it. -
Interests and skills for community partnerships
Published on June 7, 2017
You can build community partnerships for youth programming starting with your skills and interests. -
Consider food allergies when planning refreshments
Published on June 6, 2017
Listing ingredients when possible will put participants who have food allergies at ease, and is also a great opportunity to teach nutritional lessons. -
Snapchat’s role in volunteer organization’s social media presence
Published on May 19, 2017
Snapchat continues to grow in popularity with youth and young adults, and can play a vital role in a program’s social media presence.