Endowment Investment
Creating permanent support for Michigan 4-H and future generations of youth. This priority area focuses on gifts to the:
- Founders Fund and operational endowments, which sustain the Michigan 4-H Foundation and provide flexible funding for the future;
- 4-H Children’s Garden Endowments, which supports ongoing garden operations and programming; and
- Program endowments that support statewide and county-level 4-H programming, including county 4-H endowments.
Goal:
Join Us in Creating a Lasting Legacy
The impact of a single gift can extend far beyond today. Endowment support ensures that future generations of Michigan youth will have access to life-changing 4-H experiences that build confidence, spark curiosity and prepare them to be Beyond Ready for life, leadership and success.
Make your gift today and invest in a Beyond Ready future with Michigan 4-H.
To learn more about this Michigan 4-H Beyond Ready Campaign priority or explore further gift options, contact Michigan 4-H Foundation Director Abbey Miler at (517) 353-6692 or abmiller@msu.edu.
Endowment Investment Impact in Action
Glassen Foundation launches $50,000 matching challenge to strengthen Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports
August 13, 2026
Glassen’s matching gift opportunity will double the impact of donations made to the Hal and Jean Glassen Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Endowment.
Michigan Pork Producers Association establishes new 4-H endowment to support Michigan’s future livestock leaders
The Michigan 4-H Foundation is pleased to announce the creation of the Michigan Pork Producers Association 4-H Endowment, established through a five-year pledge from the Michigan Pork Producers Association (MPPA).
Rorabaugh family establishes endowment to support Iron, Mecosta and Menominee County 4-H
February 11, 2026
The Rorabaugh Family 4-H Endowment, established at the Michigan 4-H Foundation by Thomas Rorabaugh and Joyce Hartom, will provide perpetual annual support for three county 4-H programs.