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The Missouri 4-H Foundation is the private resource partner of the University of Missouri Extension 4-H Center for Youth Development. Our mission is to maximize 4-H youth development through resource acquisition and management.
Established in 1949, the Missouri 4-H Foundation partners with universities, corporations, foundations and individuals to build stronger 4-H programs and provide financial support to benefit Missouri's youth. We help empower young people in every county of the state to learn by doing and become the leaders of tomorrow.
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4-H Foundation Endowment Funds Reaching Many Missouri Counties
County endowment funds created by the Missouri 4-H Foundation have had a significant impact on many Missouri counties within the last year. Currently, the Foundation manages six county endowment funds benefitting Barton, Callaway, Dade, Henry, Pike and St. Charles counties.
Growing 4-H programs and youth success
More Missouri youth are now connecting with 4-H thanks to supporters like Ken Donohew and Ellen Kippel who are dedicated to helping bring Missouri 4-H to all Missourians.
Giving back to help youth build belonging and community
One donor with a vision can make such a powerful difference in the lives of Missouri youth. A generous estate gift from Kathryn McKillip Thrift to the Missouri 4-H Foundation is one such example.
American Outdoor Brands and Missouri 4-H partner to support youth development programs
American Outdoor Brands Inc. will partner to provide youths across Missouri with equal access to development opportunities provided by Missouri 4-H Shooting Sports and Natural Resources programs.
Donna Martz Memorial 4-H Endowment Fund sends Missouri youths to National 4-H Conference
Thanks to generous gifts in Martz's memory from her husband, Fred, and their children, the Donna Martz Memorial 4-H Endowment Fund will ensure that future generations of 4-H members have opportunities to succeed.
Missouri 4-H Foundation awards 68 scholarships
The Missouri 4-H Foundation is awarding 68 scholarships totaling $69,350 to Missouri 4-H youths to help further their educations.
Opening doors
Sebrina Barrett says 4-H put her on the path to a career as a leader and advocate.
4-H scholarship donors help youth leaders flourish
For longtime Missouri 4-H member Hannah PErsell, the power of giving goes beyond words.
