State Congress 2025
May 29-31, 2025
University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo.
Hit the beach with State 4-H Congress! Planned by the State 4-H Council, join other 4-H’ers from across the state for this event held on Mizzou’s campus!
Join us and enjoy:
- Fun-filled sessions on a variety of topics
- Connecting with 4-H’ers from across the state
- Surf Shop themed dance
- An amazing Keynote speaker
- Checking out some of what college has to offer with department tours
- Election of the 2025-2026 State 4-H Council
Registration:
- Opens March 1 and closes April 15 in 4-H Online.
- Registration will be open to youth entering grade 9 through those who have just completed grade 12.
- Cost for the event will be $150.
- Registration is limited to 200 participants.
- Please do not put any information in the comments section of your registration. Any information in the comments will not be seen by State 4-H Staff. Please email Megan Kershner at mkershner@missouri.edu with any questions.
Event information:
- Rooming
- Youth will be roomed with another delegate for the event. Youth cannot request a specific roommate.
- Session selection
- Confirmation letters will include a Qualtrics link for youth to submit session preferences. Please note that this will be preferences, and sessions may fill up quickly.
- Parking permits
- For those leaving a vehicle overnight, parking permits are available for purchase for $20 through the 4-H Online registration.
Opportunity scholarships:
Opportunity scholarships are available to help offset the cost of attending State 4-H Congress.
Steps in the scholarship process:
- Download and complete this application (PDF).
- Return the completed application no later than March 15.
Chaperones:
Interested in chaperoning? Register through your 4-H Online volunteer profile! Complete the 4-H Week Chaperone Training and register for the event in 4-H Online. Contact your local 4-H staff for more information.
Candidates for Missouri State 4-H Council:
For information on the Candidates and Election details, please see the State 4-H Council page.
Congress sponsors:
Support for Missouri 4-H State Congress is provided by the Missouri 4-H Foundation in partnership with:
- The Association of Missouri Electric Cooperatives
- Mary Davis
- Dr. Robert E. “Bud” Hertzog
- The Martz Family
- Miller Family Foundation
- Missouri Pork Association
- Dr. Marla J. Tobin
- The Turner Family
- Missouri Corn Growers Association
- Missouri Soybean Merchandising Council
- Invenergy
Questions:
Please contact Megan Kershner at mkershner@missouri.edu with any questions.