Michigan 4-H Military Family Programs

10/09/2026

10/08/2026

Every Michigan 4-H license plate on the road is a little reminder that we’re helping create more opportunities for Michigan youth. Today, we’re celebrating the 4-H supporters who proudly carry their 4-H spirit wherever they go!

Don’t have your plate yet? Learn how you can show your 4-H pride and support Michigan youth at extension.msu.edu/4-Hplate.

10/07/2026

Celebrating 4-H military partnership during National 4-H Week. Did you know that 4-H has a military partnership? Mr. Stephen Simmons, Deputy Assistant Secretary of War, shared a video celebrating the leadership and resilience of military-connected children and youth and the staff, 4-H professionals, and volunteers who help them thrive.

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10/06/2026

It's National 4-H Week! 4-H is more than what you think. 4-H is helping to make youth Beyond Ready!

10/05/2026

Happy National 4-H Week! Whether you’re wearing green, thanking volunteers, or celebrating youth accomplishments, thank you for helping military-connected youth find their place in 4-H.

Celebrate National 4-H Week -
Invite youth, families, volunteers, and staff to join the celebration. Wear green for Go Green Monday, recognize the people who make your program possible on Thankful Thursday, and share what 4-H looks like in your community.
Explore National 4-H Week resources → https://www.4-hmilitarypartnership.org/national-4-h-week.html

Zoom Into 4-H
Wednesday, October 7 • 6:30–7:15 p.m. or 8:30–9:15 p.m. ET
Join 4-H’ers worldwide for a free national 4-H webinar celebrating National 4-H Week. Military-connected youth and their families are invited to explore what 4-H offers and have fun together.
Activities are designed for ages 7–13; younger and older youth and family members are welcome. Choose either session time. Registration is required, and participants will receive a materials list a few days before the event.
Register for Zoom Into 4-H → https://www.4-hmilitarypartnership.org/zoom-into-4-h.html

​ ​Join 4-H'ers worldwide, including military-connected youth and their families, for our national 4-H meeting (webinar). We'll have fun together...

10/03/2026

10/01/2026

Good Afternoon Michigan National Guard Families,

The Child and Youth team is excited to share our October newsletter with you! We are ready to have some fun this Halloween, so come and visit us at STARBASE Battle Creek. Check out the newsletter for all the details on upcoming events and activities.
Civilian email Newsletter - https://drive.google.com/file/d/15djRC1n0N0lSmOW7GFp0QiqPSYrjUnkX/view

If you have any questions reach out to Marcia Morehead at [email protected]

09/29/2026

Join 4-H staff as we take a look into life working with fisheries and wildlife! This month’s 4-H Wild Spartans Series will explore the world of helping threatened and endangered wildlife.

Join us on Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 at 6:30pm EST for “Protecting Michigan's Threatened and Endangered Species.” You will meet Abigail Lippert, intern with Environment for the Americas hosted by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Michigan Field Office. You’ll learn about her work, and the education and career path she followed to get there.

Youth will be encouraged to ask questions to learn more through a live Q&A. This free virtual series is open to 4-H and non-4-H youth ages 12-19 years. Monthly sessions will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm EST. Pre-registration is required: https://pears.io/events/msuext/9307/

09/29/2026

Mental health is an important part of thriving on your own.
Join the FREE Michigan 4-H Adulting 101 webinar, Mental Health Toolkit: Everyday Skills and Resources to Help Care for Your Mental Health, on October 7 from 6-7 p.m. ET.

Participants will explore practical strategies to support emotional well-being, build healthy habits, and discover resources to help navigate life's challenges.

Perfect for teens and young adults preparing for college, work, and independent living!

For more information and to register today go to: https://bit.ly/4AvNiOZ