This year’s National 4-H Congress, in Atlanta, hosted more than 700 youth delegates representing 45 states and Puerto Rico. From an evening of culture at the Atlanta History Center to an international dinner and a morning of community service, members of the Missouri 4-H delegation connected with youths from across the country, said Megan Kershner, University of Missouri Extension state 4-H leadership and civic engagement educator.

Each year, Missouri 4-H selects up to 20 youths to attend the National 4-H Congress, Kershner said. Alana Kimmons, of Greene County, was selected to serve on the Youth Leadership Team while the delegation was in Atlanta. Missouri’s state delegate adviser this year was Seth Engeman, of Henry County, and the flag bearer was Bella Baker, of Macon County.

2024 National 4-H Congress delegates:

• Bella Baker, Macon County
• Kileigh Ball, Barton County
• Delaney Duncan, Cass County
• Seth Engeman, Henry County
• Caelen Farr, Clay County
• Kadin Houf, Putnam County
• Isaac Johnson, Jackson County
• Abby Jones, Henry County
• Alana Kimmons, Greene County
• Joy Krueth, Barton County
• Taya Lenz, Clinton County
• Michelle Metcalf, Vernon County
• Isabella Miller, Warren County
• Brenna Morey, Barton County
• Jeff Newton, Vernon County
• Madeliene Pollard, Clinton County
• Kate Wareham, Henry County
• Raylyn Wilfong, Moniteau County
• Rylee Wydick, Vernon County

Leadership

Programs offered by Missouri 4-H would not be possible without support from our partners. Major support for Missouri 4-H Leadership programs was provided by the Missouri 4-H Foundation in partnership with Invenergy, Miller Family Foundation, Missouri Corn Merchandising Council, Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council, Mary Davis, the Hertzog Family, the Martz Family, Dr. Marla J. Tobin and the Turner Family.

About Missouri 4-H

Missouri 4-H grows today’s youth and prepares tomorrow’s leaders. With a blend of time-tested traditions and innovative hands-on learning, Missouri youth explore and find their spark in programs ranging from agriculture and conservation to aerospace and career development. Through clubs, programs, camps, in-school and after-school experiences, University of Missouri Extension faculty, staff and thousands of volunteers guide youth in developing essential skills, building confidence and fostering connections. Together, they inspire young people to make a real difference in their communities, their country and the world. To learn more about Missouri 4-H, visit 4h.missouri.edu.

About the Missouri 4-H Foundation

The Missouri 4-H Foundation is the independent philanthropic partner of the University of Missouri Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development. For more than 70 years, the foundation has secured and managed funds for Missouri 4-H, providing higher education scholarships, recognizing 4-H volunteers and supporting the work of MU Extension 4-H. Learn more at 4h.missouri.edu/foundation.

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Missouri 4-H youth delegates to the 2024 National 4-H Congress, Nov. 29-Dec. 3 in Atlanta, Georgia.