Galien Chanters 4-H Club

09/11/2026

I'll have hard copies of the forms at the meeting Sunday.

Attention 4-H Leaders and Members!

The deadline has been extended for the following award area nomination & applications:

- All Achievement
- County Medal
- Outstanding 4-H'er
- Outstanding 4-H Leader
- Group/Club Award
- Spirit of Community Award
- Club Coordinator - Nomination Forms

Don't miss out! Extended deadline is September 21!

Forms can be found online at:
https://www.canr.msu.edu/berrien/berrien_county_4_h/scholarships-awards/awards

09/06/2026

Registration is now open for this Countywide Project!

09/03/2026

Well it's that time of year again! Make sure that you are getting your re-enrollment done. Don't forget that County Award Applications are due Monday!

Our new 4-H year has begun! 4-H Online has completed its yearly roll over and is now available to accept enrollments!

Take time to submit your enrollment as this year's deadlines are as follows for Berrien County 4-H:

- January 1 - Returning Member Enrollment Due
- June 1 - New Member Enrollment Due

For questions or to request paper copies reach out to the Berrien County MSU Extension office at 269-927-5674.

08/25/2026

Check out these scholarships! Even if you're not a senior, look into these so you know if you qualify or if you need to add some to quality.

🎓 Scholarships You Don’t Want to Miss!

Stop scrolling and start applying! 🚨 We’ve rounded up 4 scholarship opportunities for Michigan youth that you’ll want to check out now.

💚 1. Michigan 4-H Foundation Scholarships
Deadline: September 1, 2026
Nearly $30,000 in scholarships will be awarded to outstanding 4-H’ers for the 2026–2027 academic year.
➡️ https://mi4hfdtn.org/grants-scholarships/4-h-scholarship-application/

🎓 2. Michigan Achievement Scholarship
Are you a high school senior? Have you earned a high school equivalency or certificate of completion? Take the steps to find out if you’re eligible for this opportunity.
➡️ mi.gov/achievement

🎡 3. Michigan Association of Fairs & Exhibitions (MAFE) Scholarships
Deadline: November 2, 2026
Six $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to outstanding youth involved in the Michigan fair industry.
➡️ https://mifairs.com/mafe-scholarship-2/

🚜 4. Built Ford Tough Scholarship
Deadline: January 15, 2027
Scholarships are available to FFA high school seniors and collegiate members.
➡️ https://www.scholarships.com/scholarships/built-ford-tough-scholarship

✨ Don’t wait! Check the eligibility requirements, gather your materials and get those applications started. Your future is worth the effort!

08/22/2026

What a beautiful fair week! So proud of our members! Between volunteering and showing, their work ethic and growth has been great to see this year. Feel free to share your pictures in the comments!

08/09/2026

If you have items/animals going through auctions please send a thank you card. If you win a trophy or another sponsored award, please send a thank you card.

A handwritten thank-you note can leave a lasting impression.

Whether you're thanking a volunteer, mentor, judge, or someone who supported your 4-H journey, taking the time to write a thoughtful note shows appreciation and builds meaningful connections.

Not sure where to start? Our article outlines seven easy steps to writing a sincere and memorable thank-you note—from selecting the right greeting to concluding with gratitude.

Read the full article here: http://spr.ly/6185BEC9vS

08/02/2026

With fair around the corner, just a quick reminder to send thank you cards/letters to your buyers and award sponsor.

07/25/2026

Unlock real‑world skills at your own pace with MSU Extension's 4‑H free on‑demand learning resources! From money smarts to career exploration, these self-guided videos and courses help teens and young adults build confidence for whatever comes next. Available 24/7 — learn when it works for you. Find them all here: https://www.canr.msu.edu/career_preparation/index