• Volunteer managers and delegation: Part 2

    Published on March 24, 2014
    Volunteer managers have a lot to do and little time to do it – but by delegating to their volunteer base, they are able to accomplish much with and through volunteers. This series will explore tips and tricks to effective delegation.

  • Volunteer managers and delegation: Part 1

    Published on March 17, 2014
    Volunteer managers have a lot to do and little time to do it – but by delegating to their volunteer base, they are able to accomplish much with and through volunteers. This series will explore tips and tricks to effective delegation.

  • Are you ready for National Volunteer Week?

    Published on March 17, 2014
    National Volunteer Week is April 6-12, 2014. Find out what it’s all about and how you can get involved.

  • This is a test

    Published on February 28, 2014
    Young people test boundaries as a natural part of development. Why do they do this and how should adults respond in these situations?

  • Resources to help your club meetings be effective! Part 3

    Published on February 21, 2014
    Use these helpful tools to evaluate the effectiveness of your 4-H club meetings.

  • Volunteers: Definition, recognition and resources

    Published on February 19, 2014
    A definition for volunteers, recognition and several resources for more information about volunteer recognition.

  • Youth can gain career skills through community service

    Published on February 18, 2014
    Being involved in community service projects help youth learn important career skills such as communication skills and problem solving abilities.

  • Mentoring youth in rural communities

    Published on January 31, 2014
    There are unique challenges and opportunities when mentoring youth in rural communities. How can mentors navigate the challenges?

  • Michigan 4-H’er attends the Global Youth Institute World Food Prize Symposium

    Published on January 30, 2014
    After a long day of school or work, the first thing on your mind may be filling your growling stomach. Michigan 4-H'er Maeve Alflen will be the first to admit that there has never been a shortage of filling, nutritious food at her house.

  • Recognize 4-H youth through State Awards

    Published on January 28, 2014
    Many youth like to get an award for completing something and kids love to feel special. Even at a young age, youth are very excited to receive an award or ribbon. Learn more about recognizing a young person through 4-H.