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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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“4-H has prepared me to be a veterinarian by helping me learn about the animals I will help. It also helps by teaching me responsibility, teamwork and work ethic.”
— Madeline P., Wexford County
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