youth development

Clover Kids work alongside caring adult partners and parents in a Birthday Kit assembly line. They were completing the final step in packaging their Birthday Kits to be donated to food pantries across Poweshiek County. (Iowa State University Extension and Outreach)
4H, Iowa, Midwestern Region, Youth, Youth Programs

Clover Kids bring birthday joy to Poweshiek County Iowa families

What started as a conversation about helping neighbors became a hands-on lesson in empathy and leadership for Poweshiek County Clover Kids. Read More

4-H Beyond Ready
4H, Horses, Midwestern Region, Missouri, Regional Roundup, Youth, Youth Programs

2026 Missouri 4-H State Horse Judging Contest

Missouri 4H Century Family Award
4H, Missouri, Regional Roundup, Youth, Youth Programs

Missouri 4-H Foundation honors multigenerational families with Century Award



Portrait of cute little girl hugging grandma and giving her handmade I love you card on Valentines day. (iStock │ #1141513700 - SeventyFour)

Valentine’s Day not just about romance

4-H leaders remain cornerstone of program

NMSU Extension offers 4-H members special projects