Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, and Vermilion County 4-H

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In 4-H, you learn by doing and you usually have a pretty great time while you're doing it! All that and more awaits you in 4-H!

You'll explore the world around you while you build up the community where you live.

11/02/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Champaign County Sew-a-thon in Champaign has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
For any questions or concerns, please contact our office at 217-333-7672.

10/26/2026

"It's not just a conference. It's a chance to meet people who share your drive, learn from top leaders in the field, and bring back ideas that can truly make an impact."

That's how past Illinois 4-H Sustaining the Future Award recipient Mason Hilmes describes his Premier 20 Conference experience.

If you're passionate about agriculture, leadership, and serving your community, the Illinois 4-H Sustaining the Future Award could be your next opportunity to grow. Recipients attend Premier 20, connect with fellow young leaders, and gain valuable skills and experiences they can bring back home.

Applications are due November 1st.
Apply today: bit.ly/4-HAward

10/20/2026

Have you heard the latest livestock enrollment update?
Starting September 1, 2026, all live animal project enrollments will be due January 15. Members must be enrolled in the correct species by January 15 to be eligible to show that animal in the 2027 4-H fair. If the deadline is missed, members may exhibit a poster for the species, but not a live animal.

For any questions, please reach out to your club leaders or contact your county's 4-H coordinator.

10/16/2026

The second session of the Fall Workshop Series, How Chocolate is Made , is nearly here!
Registration closes on October 29.
Learn more or register at go.illinois.edu/4HFallWorkshop

10/14/2026

Scholarship spotlight!

STEM/Robotics Scholarship recipient Annika Deschler of Champaign County shared, "4-H has taught me many life lessons through both soft and hard skills giving me the foundation to go forth into the world with confidence. It is truly a place to grow alongside your peers while helping the community around, building connections and bringing resources to many."

Congratulations to Annika and all of our award recipients!

10/06/2026

Fall is build season: Enter your "fall fun" creation in our free build contest.

Youth ages 8 to 18: 4-H build season has arrived! Compete in our free virtual Building Brick Challenge Series to show off your original plastic building brick builds.

The October contest theme is “Fall Fun”. Create an original build showing off your favorite fall activity and submit it for a chance to win fun buildable prizes!

Entry deadline is 11 PM October 31

View complete contest details at go.illinois.edu/4HBuildSeries.

10/06/2026

🎮 Ready to level up? Join us for the 2026 4-H Esports Tournament at LodgeCon! 🎉

Illinois 4-H is bringing the excitement back to LodgeCon with epic one-on-one Super Smash Bros.

Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or new to the scene, this is your chance to show off your skills, make new friends, and celebrate teamwork and sportsmanship. Not competing? You can still be part of the action – sign up to volunteer and help make this event unforgettable!

🗓️ Dates: Juniors (ages 8-13), Saturday, Nov. 7 | Seniors (ages 14-18), Sunday, Nov. 8
⏰ Check-in: 9 a.m. |Tournament starts: 10 a.m.
📍 Will County Fairgrounds Atrium, 710 S. West St., Peotone

Don’t miss out—register now and get ready to play, cheer, or volunteer: go.illinois.edu/2026-esports

10/01/2026

Last chance to sign up for our first session of the Fall Workshop Series: All About Popcorn!

Register at go.illinois.edu/4HFallWorkshop

10/01/2026

We had a blast sharing some fun 4-H programming with Hoopeston Middle School!

10/01/2026

ZSuite Enrollment is OPEN! Have questions? Please reach out to your club leader or contact your county's 4-H coordinator.

Address

801 N Country Fair
Champaign, IL
61821

Telephone

+12173337672

Website

https://extension.illinois.edu/cfiv/4-h-youth-development, https://linktr.ee/uie_cfiv

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