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Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 4 – The health of facilitation

Published on September 22, 2025
Exploring the fourth H (health) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
From clover to confidence: Your 4-H club’s path to beyond ready youth

Published on September 18, 2025
Empowering youth leaders through hands-on learning, belonging and growth.
Plan with purpose: Designing your best 4-H year yet

Published on September 18, 2025
Whether it’s your first year leading or you have been leading for years, taking time to plan ahead helps your 4-H club stay organized, energized and youth-focused.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 3 – The head of facilitation

Published on September 18, 2025
Exploring the third H (head) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Olthof named 2025 Michigan 4-H Volunteer of the Year

Published on September 11, 2025
Ottawa County 4-H volunteer Lynn Olthof has been honored with the prestigious 2025 Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Volunteer of the Year Award.
Bancroft named 2025 Michigan 4-H Outstanding Lifetime Volunteer

Published on September 11, 2025
Grand Traverse County 4-H volunteer Keri Bancroft has been honored with the prestigious 2025 Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Outstanding Lifetime Volunteer Award.
2025 Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Award recipients

Published on September 11, 2025
Two remarkable Michigan 4-H volunteers were named the 2025 Michigan 4-H Salute to Excellence Award winners for their outstanding contributions to both county and state 4-H programs: Keri Bancroft of Grand Traverse County and Lynn Olthof of Ottawa County.
Planning your year as a 4-H volunteer

Published on August 20, 2025
Knowing important times and dates for the 4-H year can help 4-H volunteers be prepared for a successful year.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 2 – The heart of facilitation

Published on August 6, 2025
Exploring the second H (heart) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Internship success helps another 4-H alum become ready for work

Published on August 6, 2025
Skills learned through ten years of 4-H involvement aids an intern in getting the most out of an internship while preparing them for their future.