Gratiot County 4-H MSU Extension

08/26/2026

It’s time to celebrate the amazing people who make Gratiot County 4-H special!

Nominations for the Gratiot County 4-H Awards are officially open, and we want to hear from YOU about the youth, families, volunteers, and supporters who go above and beyond.

Who Can Nominate? Anyone involved in our 4-H family can submit a nomination! Nominations may be made by:
4-H Youth
4-H Parents
4-H Volunteers/Leaders
4-H Family Members

And yes…you can even nominate yourself! You know best about the hard work, growth, leadership, and accomplishments you’ve put into your 4-H journey. Don’t be afraid to tell your story!

Whether someone has demonstrated outstanding leadership, gone above and beyond as a volunteer, supported 4-H in countless ways, or made an incredible impact through their participation, we want to recognize them.

The deadline to submit nominations is September 13th.

Following the nomination period, an Awards Banquet will be held in October, where we will come together as a 4-H community to celebrate the incredible people who help make Gratiot County 4-H stronger. Take a moment to think about the people who have made a difference in your 4-H experience. Nominate someone who deserves to be recognized—or nominate yourself at https://bit.ly/26AwardNominations

Let’s make sure the people who make Gratiot County 4-H amazing get the recognition they deserve!

08/26/2026

Our next 4-H Council Meeting is Monday August 31st. at 7pm at the Gratiot MSU Extension Office. We would LOVE to see more faces join us.

The Gratiot 4-H Council plays an important role in supporting our local 4-H program, helping create opportunities and experiences that make a difference for youth throughout the county. This is a great opportunity to share your ideas, lend your talents, support our volunteers and families, and help build a strong and thriving 4-H program for our youth.

Adult Council Positions
There will be 3 vacant adult positions available on the Gratiot 4-H Council. Adult representatives serve a two-year term and help provide leadership and support for the county 4-H program.
Teen Representatives

Youth Council Positions
We are also looking for up to 7 teen representatives, ages 13–19, to serve on the council. This is a wonderful leadership opportunity for teens who want to have a voice in their 4-H program, share ideas, and help create fun and meaningful opportunities for other youth.
Whether you're a parent, volunteer, 4-H supporter, or a teen looking to grow your leadership skills, we would love to have you consider joining us!

Want your name on the ballot? Contact Ashley Foster at 989-875-5295 or [email protected] to learn more and express your interest.

Your voice matters. Your ideas matter. And together, we can continue building a strong Gratiot County 4-H program for our youth!

08/25/2026

Mark your calendars!

Gratiot County 4-H is excited to host our 2nd Annual Community Frenzy on Sunday, September 20, from 2–4 p.m. at the Gratiot County Fair for Youth Fairgrounds!

This FREE community event is a fun-filled afternoon designed to bring youth, families, and our community together to experience what 4-H is all about. Families can enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, games, and fun experiences while learning more about the many opportunities available through Gratiot County 4-H.
Whether your family is already involved in 4-H or you have never experienced 4-H before, everyone is welcome! Come spend the afternoon with us, try something new, meet our amazing 4-H volunteers and members, and discover how 4-H helps young people learn, lead, and grow.

We Need YOU!

An event this big takes an amazing team of volunteers! We are looking for volunteers to help make the Community Frenzy a success. Whether you can help with an activity, greet families, assist with cleanup, or simply lend a helping hand during the event, we would love to have you join us.

If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up at:
https://bit.ly/FrenzyVolunteerSignup

We are so excited to bring our community together for another Community Frenzy and can't wait to see you there! Come see what Gratiot County 4-H is all about!

08/25/2026

Make sure to check your emails because the September Gratiot 4-H Newsletter was just sent! And let me tell you there is A LOT of information in it that your not going to want to miss!

08/16/2026

Another Gratiot 4-H Grand Champion!! Congratulations Emory!!

Congratulations Grand Champion Ranch Junior Reining: Emory M. - Gratiot County
Reserve Champion: Pingala M.R. - Montcalm County
Top 5:
Karmindy V. - Allegan County
Leigha B. - Tuscola County
Natalie C - Grand Traverse County

08/16/2026

Great Job Macee on your Top 5 finish!!

Congratulations Jr. Hunt Seat Equitation Champion: Megan B. from Kalamazoo County.
Reserve Champion: Emery V. from Oceana County.
Top 5:
Macee W. from Gratiot County.
Josie Z. from Calhoun County.
Avery G. from Lenawee County.

08/16/2026

Congratulations Bryn on top 5!!

08/15/2026

Here’s another Gratiot youth coming in with a Grand Champion placing in Senior Western Pleasure with Macie!!!

08/15/2026

Lauralei gets Grand Champion in Senior Trail!

Congratulations Senior Trail Grand Champion: Elizabeth S. from Ottawa County
Reserve Champion: Lauralei M. from Gratiot County
Top 5:
Kelsey N. from Osceola County
Peyton M. from Tuscola County
Abagail E. from Ingham County

08/15/2026

Congratulations Lauralei on your Reserve Champion Senior Hunt Seat Equitation!!!