Bureau County, IL 4-H

10/20/2026

Hey 4-Her’s check this out to learn about opportunities beyond the county!

🌟 Level Up Your Leadership! 🌟

Are you ready to make a difference and represent Illinois 4-H? Join us for the Illinois 4-H State Ambassador Info Night and discover how you can take your 4-H journey to new heights!

As a State Ambassador, you’ll:
– Build lifelong leadership skills
– Connect with passionate youth from across Illinois
– Plan and lead statewide 4-H events
– Be the voice of Illinois 4-H

Hear firsthand from current Ambassadors, get all your questions answered, and learn how YOU can become a leader in your community!

🗓 Date: December 7
⏰ Time: 7–8 p.m.
📍 Location: Virtual (Zoom)

Ready to step up? Register now: 4h.zsuite.org/event-registrations/63944

Applications for the 2027 State Ambassador Team are open! You don’t have to wait for Info Night to apply, and current team members only need to reapply if switching teams. Deadline: December 31, 2026.

Unlock more teen leadership opportunities and start your application today!
🔗 go.illinois.edu/4-HAmbassadorApplication

10/20/2026

10/09/2026

Strong communities start with empowered youth.

When you visit Casey’s this fall, you can help create opportunities for the next generation.
Round up your purchase in-store (Sept. 30–Oct. 11) or add a donation to online and app
orders (Sept. 30–Oct. 31) to support local 4-H programs.

Together, Casey’s and 4-H are investing in young people across rural communities—helping
them build the skills and confidence to lead, serve, and thrive.

10/09/2026

It’s Thankful Thursday!

Today, we’re celebrating the volunteers, educators, mentors, and leaders who make
Illinois 4-H possible. Their time, encouragement, and support create opportunities for
young people to try new things, build confidence, develop skills, and become
.

Who has made a difference in your 4-H experience? Give them a shoutout in the
comments and help us celebrate the people who make Illinois 4-H stronger!

10/06/2026

Check out this great opportunity!

Ready to lead, connect, and grow? 🌊

Join us at the 2026 Illinois 4-H Junior Leadership Conference, where future leaders are made! If you’re a 7th or 8th grader in Illinois, don’t miss this action-packed weekend filled with hands-on activities, new friendships, and unforgettable leadership experiences. Build your skills in communication, teamwork, and decision-making, and discover how Illinois 4-H can help you shine as a leader.

Only 100 spots are available, and this event always fills up fast–register early to secure your place!

🗓️ November 14-15
📍 Crowne Plaza Hotel, Springfield
💲 $215 (includes lodging, T-shirt, meals, supplies, and activities)
⏰ Registration deadline: October 19 or until full

Visit the Jr. Leadership Conference website for details and registration: go.illinois.edu/jlc_26

10/01/2026

Save the date! National 4-H Week is Oct. 4-10, and we’re getting ready to celebrate all
things Illinois 4-H!

Throughout the week, we’ll celebrate the young people, volunteers, families, educators,
and communities that make 4-H possible and help youth build the skills they need to be
for whatever comes next.

Monday, Oct. 5: Go Green
Wear your favorite 4-H green, snap a photo, and share your Illinois 4-H spirit on social media!

Thursday, Oct. 8: Thankful Thursday
Help us celebrate the volunteers, educators, mentors, leaders, and others who make 4-H possible. Share a shoutout to someone who has made a difference in your 4-H experience!

Stay tuned for more ways to celebrate National 4-H Week with Illinois 4-H!

09/25/2026

Don’t forget to sign up!

Get excited for the National 4-H Animal Science Career Night Webinar with guest speakers Dr. Hannah Neill and Dr. Michelle D'Alessandro!

Join us for an evening to hear from noted speakers in the veterinary industry as they share career exploration insights, advice, and more! Open to youth in grades 7-13 (ages 12-19).

September 29, 2026, 7-8 p.m. EST
Register by September 28 at go.illinois.edu/AnimalScienceCareerNight

Presented by: National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals, Animal Science Working Group

Questions? Email [email protected] or call 908-526-6644

09/09/2026

Tonight is the night! Click the link below!

TOMORROW NIGHT!
Have questions about Club Awards or Individual Achievement Awards? Join us for a virtual Q&A session on Sept. 9 from 6-7 p.m. on Zoom. We’ll be available to help answer questions and provide guidance as you complete your applications.

More Information & Zoom link:🔗emails.illinois.edu/newsletter/71/170864371.html