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- Michigan Pork Producers Association establishes new 4-H endowment to support Michigan’s future livestock leaders March 4, 2026The 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).
- Planned gift establishes the Lee G. and K. Joanna Schwenk Fund for Kalamazoo County 4-H February 19, 2026The Lee G. and K. Joanna Schwenk Fund for Kalamazoo County 4-H, a permanent endowment, was recently established through a charitable gift annuity from the estate of Lee G. and Katherine “Joanna” Schwenk.
- Michigan 4-H Foundation supports 4-H learning experiences across Michigan in 2025-26 February 12, 2026The Michigan 4-H Foundation has awarded nearly $130,000 in sponsorships to reduce the cost for youth and volunteers to attend Michigan 4-H programs and events during the 2025-26 program year.
- Rorabaugh family establishes endowment to support Iron, Mecosta and Menominee County 4-H February 11, 2026The 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.
- Michigan 4-H empowers teens to bridge digital divide in rural schools February 9, 2026Michigan 4-H has relaunched its 4-H Tech Changemakers Program to help rural communities overcome the digital divide through youth leadership and technology education in Chippewa, Mackinac and Luce counties.
- Create a legacy gift through your retirement or life insurance plan February 9, 2026When you name the Michigan 4-H Foundation as a beneficiary, you create a lasting impact for generations of youth and may also earn income tax benefits for yourself, as the donor.
- Long-time 4-H educator appointed to Michigan 4-H Foundation board February 9, 2026Michelle Neff, of Harrison, was appointed to the Michigan 4-H Foundation board of trustees at its annual membership meeting on Oct. 3, 2025.
- Danykah Muck shares her 4-H story at Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol February 9, 2026Livingston County 4-H’er Danykah Muck shared her 4-H story during Michigan 4-H Day at the Capitol on Oct. 8, inspiring legislators and guests with how 4-H has shaped her leadership and life skills.
- 2025-26 Michigan 4-H Foundation mini grant recipients announced February 6, 2026For the 2025-26 program year, 4-H mini grants were awarded in four categories totaling $9,891.
- Outstanding agricultural 4-H volunteers sought for MFB 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award January 22, 2026The Michigan 4-H Foundation is seeking nominations of remarkable agricultural 4-H volunteers for the Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) 4-H Excellence in Agriculture Award. Nominations due March 15.
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Through 4-H I have learned so many things that can help me build my confidence. I went from feeling insecure about my disability to being able to tell other kids who have dyslexia that even if it is difficult, you shouldn\'t feel embarrassed about it. Since joining 4-H I can share my experience with dyslexia and help people understand the disability.
— Sophia Mason, Monroe County
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