Michigan 4-H Foundation

10/13/2026

Congratulations to Beverly Ferris Hain, a member of the 2026 Michigan 4-H Emerald Clover Society!
From growing her confidence through 4-H to a 30-year career in education and a lifetime of community service, Beverly’s story is a wonderful example of the lasting impact of 4-H.
Join us in celebrating Beverly and her commitment to making a difference in the lives of others!
Read more about Beverly, the Emerald Clover Society, and how to make a donation in tribute of Hain: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/hain-named-outstanding-4-h-alumnus

10/09/2026

Because of Michigan 4-H, young people are Beyond Ready!
From learning to lead and serve to building skills and conquering new challenges, Michigan 4-H helps youth discover their potential and prepare for the future. Hear directly from young people as they share the moments that have helped shape their 4-H journeys.
Every 4-H experience creates possibilities, and every investment helps make those opportunities possible for more Michigan youth.
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10/08/2026

💚 This Thankful Thursday, we’re celebrating the generous donors and supporters who believe in the power of 4-H. 🍀

Your generosity helps create opportunities for young people to learn, grow, lead and discover what they’re capable of. Because of your support, Michigan 4-H can continue making a lasting difference in the lives of youth and communities across our state.

To everyone who gives, shares, volunteers, advocates and cheers on Michigan 4-H: thank you. We’re grateful to have you in the 4-H family. 💚

10/07/2026

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.

10/06/2026

This National 4-H Week, we’re celebrating a future that is Beyond Ready.
The Michigan 4-H Foundation has officially launched the Beyond Ready Campaign, a statewide fundraising effort with a goal of raising $12 million by 2032 to help ensure more Michigan youth have access to the life-changing experiences, skills and opportunities that 4-H provides.
With $7.3 million already raised, we’re well on our way, but there is still more work to do. Together, we can invest in Michigan youth and help prepare the next generation to lead, serve, build and thrive, whatever the future holds.

This National 4-H Week, help us build a generation that is Beyond Ready.

To learn more about the Beyond Ready Campaign and how you can invest in the future of Michigan 4-H, visit: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/michigan-4-h-foundation-launches-beyond-ready-campaign-to-prepare-youth-for-the-future

10/05/2026

Congratulations to the outstanding alumni, volunteers, youth, staff and partners recognized at the 2026 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration!

These honorees represent the incredible impact of 4-H and the people who make it possible. We are proud to celebrate their dedication, leadership and lasting contributions to Michigan 4-H!

Read more about this year’s honorees and the 2026 celebration: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/outstanding-michigan-4-h-alumni-volunteers-youth-staff-and-partners-recognized-at-2026-4-h-legacy-awards-celebration

10/05/2026

💚 Go Green. Give Green. Grow the Future. 🍀

Our Michigan 4-H Foundation board and patrons are going green today in support of Michigan 4-H! Join them in turning your green spirit into an opportunity to give back this National 4-H Week.

When you give to the Michigan 4-H Foundation, you help create opportunities for young people to learn, grow, lead and become . Every gift helps strengthen 4-H and build a Ready Generation across Michigan.

Whether you make a one-time gift, become a monthly donor, or choose another meaningful way to support 4-H, your generosity makes a difference.

This Give Green Day, let’s grow something that lasts.

Give green. Give to Michigan 4-H: https://mi4hfdtn.org/giving-to-4-h/

10/02/2026

Celebrating an outstanding 4-H volunteer! Congratulations to Melissa Gordon of Monroe County, a 2026 Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipient.

Through her innovation, leadership and dedication to expanding opportunities, Melissa has helped more young people discover the joy of learning, leading and growing through 4-H. We are grateful for volunteers like Melissa who create meaningful experiences and inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders.

Thank you to the Michigan Farm Bureau whose generosity helps make this recognition and continued agricultural programming possible! Learn more about Melissa: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/gordon-honored-as-outstanding-4-h-agriculture-volunteer

10/01/2026

From now through Oct. 11, customers at participating Casey’s locations can round up their purchase or make a donation online to support local 4-H programs. Casey’s will also match guest donations up to $150,000!

Every gift helps create opportunities for young people to learn, lead and grow through 4-H.

If you’re near a participating Casey’s, consider rounding up your purchase or making a donation and helping more young people become !

🍀 Help build brighter futures for young people through 4-H.

Starting today through Oct. 11, guests can round up their purchase at Casey's or make a donation online to support local 4-H programs. Casey's will also match guest donations up to $150,000.

Every contribution helps more young people access opportunities that prepare them to be .

09/30/2026

Celebrating an outstanding 4-H volunteer! Congratulations to Michelle Short of Macomb County, a 2026 Michigan Farm Bureau 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award recipient.

Through her leadership, service and passion for agriculture, Michelle helps Michigan 4-H youth build confidence, develop valuable skills and discover opportunities to make a difference in their communities. We are grateful for volunteers like Michelle who invest their time and talents in helping young people grow.

Thank you to the Michigan Farm Bureau whose generosity helps make this recognition and continued agricultural programming possible! Learn more about Michelle: https://www.canr.msu.edu/news/short-honored-as-outstanding-4-h-agriculture-volunteer