Missouri 4-H celebrates its amazing volunteers
Missouri 4-H honors volunteers who inspire youth through mentorship, leadership, and dedication. Their contributions empower young people across the state.
Jenise Burch honored with Missouri 4-H volunteer leadership award
Honoring nearly 60 years of dedication, Jenise Burch receives the Naomi Crouch 4-H Volunteer Leadership Award and supports Vernon County 4-H.
Tonia Zeiler honored with Missouri 4-H volunteer leadership award
Tonia Zeiler is honored for 13 years of 4-H volunteer leadership, supporting youth growth in Lafayette County.
Missouri youths attend National 4-H Congress in Atlanta
Missouri youths gathered with others from across the nation for the 2021 National 4-H Congress, Nov. 26-30 in Atlanta.
Marking a 100-year legacy for 8 Missouri 4-H families
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri 4-H Foundation recently recognized eight families with the 2021 Missouri 4-H Century Family Award. Each family represents a combined 100 years or more of membership and volunteer service within 4-H. Lewis County The Taylor Family Marion County The Bross Family Vernon County
Tigers United: Mascots set aside rivalries to help save relatives in the wild
Tiger mascots unite across universities to raise awareness and help save wild tigers from extinction.
Golfers break record, raising more than $69,000 for Missouri 4-H
Golfers raised over $69,000 at the 4-H Clover Classic, supporting youth programs and celebrating record-breaking generosity.
Miserez-Carter 4-H Endowment Fund opens doors to careers in Cooperative Extension
The Miserez-Carter 4-H Endowment Fund provides internships that help students explore careers in youth development and Cooperative Extension.
Missouri 4-H'ers compete at state public speaking contest
Missouri 4-H youths from 20 counties presented speeches in multiple categories and earned awards in the state public speaking contest.
'Hunger can happen to anyone': Missouri 4-H event spotlights food insecurity
Missouri 4-H youth pack food and raise awareness about food insecurity, showing that hunger can affect anyone.
Youths compete at Missouri 4-H Livestock Judging Contest
Young competitors showcased livestock evaluation skills at the 2025 Missouri 4-H contest. Top teams will advance nationally.
Laclede County youth tops State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest
Whitney Yerina of Laclede County earned top honors at the State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest, showcasing strong skills in multiple dairy breeds.
Missouri 4-H'ers donate more than a half-ton of protein to fight food insecurity
Youth raise 1,100+ lb of protein to provide 5,000+ meals and support food-insecure Missourians.
Youths, professionals connect virtually at FilmFest 4-H
Young filmmakers nationwide presented projects and attended virtual workshops led by industry experts like sound designers and animators.
Donna Martz Memorial 4-H Endowment Fund sends Missouri youths to National 4-H Conference
COLUMBIA, Mo. – “Mom led by example and was always right by our side offering support and help with whatever we needed,” says Connie Wieberg of her mother, Donna Martz, who passed away in 2018. “She was a big reason we all succeeded in 4-H.”
American Outdoor Brands and Missouri 4-H partner to support youth development programs
COLUMBIA, Mo. – American Outdoor Brands Inc., an industry-leading provider of products and accessories for rugged outdoor enthusiasts, and Missouri 4-H, part of the nation’s largest youth development organization, announced on July 30 that they will partner to provide youths across Missouri with equal access to development opportunities provided by Missouri 4-H Shooting Sports and Natural Resources programs.
Youth anglers compete at 2021 State 4-H Sportfishing Event
COLUMBIA, Mo. – 4-H members practiced their angling skills July 24 at the Little Dixie Lake Conservation Area during the University of Missouri Extension 2021 State 4-H Sportfishing Event. Nearly 20 registered 4-H youths competed to catch the most and largest fish. They also tested their knowledge of species and tackle identification, aquatic ecosystems and fish anatomy in the sportfishing “skill-a-thon,” said state 4-H agriculture…
Pledging head, heart, hands and health, Missouri 4-H'ers flock to new ASL project
Missouri 4-H youths learn American Sign Language to connect with the deaf community and explore new skills and careers.
Missouri 4-H'ers can reduce food insecurity across the state
Missouri 4-H youth are helping reduce food insecurity by donating livestock to local food banks, feeding hundreds across the state. Learn how to get involved.
2021 Missouri 4-H State Poultry Day
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Thirty youths from around the state participated in Missouri 4-H State Poultry Day, held June 12 at the University of Missouri Animal Science Research Center.
Missouri 4-H'ers net awards at 2021 Sportfishing Slam
Recognition shared by Missouri 4-H youth for outstanding catches and species diversity at the 2021 sportfishing contest.
Missouri 4-H'ers reach food drive milestone
COLUMBIA, Mo. – 4-H clubs across Missouri have raised more than three quarters of a million meals to feed hungry families over the last three years.
Missouri 4-H'ers get out and move
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Every year, hundreds of Missouri 4-H’ers, parents and volunteers commit to the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle through Missouri 4-H’s Move Across Missouri challenge.
Missouri 4-H Foundation awards 68 scholarships
COLUMBIA, Mo. – The Missouri 4-H Foundation is awarding 68 scholarships totaling $69,350 to Missouri 4-H youths to help further their educations.
Mizzou Collegiate 4-H restructuring to engage all Missouri postsecondary institutions
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Members of the Mizzou Collegiate 4-H club have voted to create a statewide Missouri Collegiate 4-H Council. The existing Mizzou Collegiate 4-H organization will be a chapter under the new council.