The Arkansas 4-H Foundation

04/30/2026

Arkansas 4-H isn't just a youth program. It's a decade-long leadership academy for young Arkansans — and the results show up everywhere.

In the workplace. In families. In communities across our state.

Years of real-world leadership training, problem solving, teamwork, and goal setting produce something you can't fake: people who are genuinely ready for life.

We call it Beyond Ready. 💚

For businesses and donors who want to invest in Arkansas's future — this is where it starts. Partner with the Arkansas 4-H Foundation and help us build the next generation of leaders our state is counting on.

04/29/2026

13 days from today! If you're coming, register today!

Hey Northwest Arkansas,
The Arkansas 4-H Foundation invites you to a special evening to celebrate the lasting impact of Arkansas 4-H and launch a new initiative to raise awareness and funds for 4-H scholarships.
Through shared stories and meaningful connections, we’re investing in the next generation of leaders.
What to Expect
• Casual, social evening
• BBQ dinner and beverages
• Alumni connection in NWA
• Program supporting 4-H scholarships
Join us May 12 to help open doors for Arkansas 4-H youth. Click the link to RSVP, donate, volunteer, or learn more. bit.ly/4HForward

04/27/2026

Congratulations to Calhoun County 4-H University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture-Calhoun County for winning the Arkansas 4-H Giving Day participation competition! Their prize was a $2,000 investment from the Arkansas 4-H Foundation! It was a great privilege to present that to Shaney Hill and her team!  And thank you to every single donor who gave during giving day! 

04/24/2026

04/22/2026

Congratulations to Foundation board member Judy Hersey Riley for being named as a 2026 National 4-H Hall of Fame Laureate! She'll be inducted in October! The National 4-H Hall of Fame was established to recognize 4-H volunteers, Extension professionals, staff employees, donors, and others who made a significant impact on the 4-H program and/or 4-H members through the contribution of time, energy, financial resources, etc. at the local, state, or national level. Director Riley does it all and we are proud of her for this much-deserved recognition!

04/15/2026

04/13/2026

Heard someone liked his green jacket so much he got another one. Rory McIlroy, just join 4-H already!

04/10/2026

Hey Northwest Arkansas,

The Arkansas 4-H Foundation invites you to a special evening to celebrate the lasting impact of Arkansas 4-H and launch a new initiative to raise awareness and funds for 4-H scholarships.

Through shared stories and meaningful connections, we’re investing in the next generation of leaders.

What to Expect
• Casual, social evening
• BBQ dinner and beverages
• Alumni connection in NWA
• Program supporting 4-H scholarships

Join us May 12 to help open doors for Arkansas 4-H youth. Click the link to RSVP, donate, volunteer, or learn more. bit.ly/4HForward

04/10/2026

Big thanks to Electric Cooperatives of Arkansas for powering opportunities like the Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch Challenge. 🌊🤖
Because of partners like this—and the support of Arkansas 4-H Foundation donors—young people across our state are gaining hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, build skills, and shape future leaders. That’s the ripple effect in action: one investment creating waves of innovation and impact far beyond the competition pool. 🍀

Grant and Saline County students took top honors at the Arkansas 4-H SeaPerch Challenge and are advancing to international competition in May.

The competition brought together 55 teams and 191 youth from 12 counties, each showcasing skill, teamwork and creativity across four divisions. Students designed, built and piloted underwater robots through obstacle and mission courses, supported by technical reports and presentations.

We are proud to partner with Arkansas 4-H to power the next generation of innovators.
https://www.aecc.com/news-releases/grant-and-saline-county-teams-overall-winners-of-the-electric-cooperatives-of-arkansas-and-arkansas-4-h-seaperch-challenge/