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The many life stories of Nic Massey: Former Michigan 4-H’er
Published on May 1, 2014
Former Michigan 4-H member, Nic Massey is making an impact on his college town with skills developed through the 4-H program. Massey has created a motorized couch which he uses to encourage people to get out of their comfort zones. -
Food safety during and after a power outage: Keep it or toss it out?
Published on May 1, 2014
Food safety can be a major concern for people during a power outage. There are several things to do in advance and tips to follow after power is restored. -
Effectively screening volunteer mentors
Published on April 24, 2014
Mentor screening is a crucial component of a quality mentoring program. What are the best practices? -
Researchers are asking for your help collecting deceased Mudpuppies in Michigan
Published on April 11, 2014
Researchers are asking for help in collecting deceased Mudpuppies because they serve the ecosystem as ‘bio-indicators’ due to their sensitivity to pollutants and water quality. -
Volunteer managers and delegation: Part 4
Published on April 2, 2014
A volunteer base is important to volunteer managers. How is it that volunteer managers are able to get so much done with and through volunteers? It’s through delegation. Learn more about tips and tricks to effective delegation through this article series. -
Volunteer managers and delegation: Part 3
Published on March 31, 2014
A volunteer base is important to volunteer managers. Learn more about tips and tricks to effective delegation through this article series. -
Elementary watershed project influences adults to become 4-H volunteers
Published on March 26, 2014
Students at Au Gres-Sims Elementary School in Au Gres, Mich., have studied 320 to 500 feet of rivers, creeks and streams this school year while participating in a river project. -
Volunteering benefits job seekers
Published on March 26, 2014
Are you looking for employment? Volunteering provides opportunities that can open doors and increase chances for success. -
I can’t be a mentor right now-- what else can I do?
Published on March 26, 2014
Mentoring a child requires a long term commitment. What can you do to help when you can’t commit? -
Integrated Intellectuals 4-H club at Detroit International Academy gives back
Published on March 25, 2014
A group of young women from The Detroit International Academy for Young Women, home to a 4-H club The Integrated Intellectuals, used their passion for community service to help students gain access to the Detroit College Promise scholarship.