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Reflecting on Kindness: The Importance of Friendships

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 28, 2019

In this exclusive “Reflecting on Kindness” series, Ponysitters Club members reflect on moments from episodes that allowed…

4-H Identifies Best Practices to Engage Diverse Youth Populations with Health Programming

By National 4-H Council • March 26, 2019

National 4‑H Council, in partnership with the University of Arizona, announces the release of a special report highlighting key learnings of youth-focused healthy living programming through its 4‑H Healthy Habits program. Administered by land-grant universities across the country, and funded through grants from the Walmart Foundation, 4‑H Healthy Habits offers promising practices to build inclusive environments for a diverse array of youth, their families and communities.

USA Today Spotlights Diversity in Ag

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 26, 2019

USA Today recently released its U.S Department of Agriculture Special Edition, shining a light on rural…

Courtside Coding with NBA Star Jarrett Allen

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 25, 2019

NBA star Jarrett Allen has a long-standing relationship with 4‑H, sharing his passion for technology with…

Reflecting on Kindness: It’s OK to Ask for Help

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 22, 2019

In this exclusive “Reflecting on Kindness” series, Ponysitters Club members reflect back on moments from episodes that…

National 4-H Council and Lockheed Martin Grow Partnership to Expand Access to Computer Science Education

By National 4-H Council • March 19, 2019

National 4‑H Council today announced a $500,000 grant from Lockheed Martin to bring computer science (CS) education to underserved youth in five communities where Lockheed Martin has a significant presence: Colorado Springs, CO; Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; King of Prussia, PA; Moorestown, NJ and the San Francisco Bay Area, CA.

2019 4-H Legacy Awards: Stories that Inspire

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 13, 2019

Since 2009, National 4-H Council has gathered its top supporters, most passionate alumni, and inspiring youth…

4-H Names Clyde Van Dyke as the 2019 4-H Youth in Action National Winner

By National 4-H Council • March 12, 2019

National 4‑H Council announced that Clyde Van Dyke, 18, of Johnson City, NY, was selected as the national winner of the 2019 4‑H Youth in Action Award. Van Dyke, who also won the 4‑H Youth in Action STEM Pillar Award sponsored by HughesNet®, was honored at National 4‑H Council’s Legacy Awards in Washington, D.C., among notable 4‑H alumni including singer and songwriter Jennifer Nettles and celebrity chef Carla Hall.

Top Moments from 10 Years of the 4-H Legacy Awards

By National 4-H Council • March 8, 2019

In honor of the 10th Anniversary 4-H Legacy Awards, we are excited to share our favorite…

Reflecting on Kindness: Creating an Environment to Learn and Grow

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 7, 2019

In this exclusive “Reflecting on Kindness” series, Ponysitters Club members reflect back on moments from episodes that allowed…

4-H Saves Lives: The True Resilience of Two True Leaders

By _Amaya_Collins_ • March 6, 2019

Learn more about the life-changing programs that 4-H provides to kids across the country and how…

Youth In Action – Where Are They Now?

By National 4-H Council • February 28, 2019

The 4‑H Youth in Action (YIA) Program recognizes four young leaders in our core pillar areas:…