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Michigan 4-H Foundation Mini Grants is a program from the Michigan 4-H Foundation that funds innovative youth development projects across Michigan communities. These competitive grants support a wide range of 4-H programming areas including arts, agriculture, science, cultural immersion, and intergenerational learning initiatives.
The program is designed to expand the reach and impact of 4-H youth development efforts throughout the state, helping young people build life skills, civic engagement, and career readiness. Grant recipients are typically affiliated with Michigan 4-H clubs, staff, or community partners working to deliver high-quality programming to youth across Michigan.
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4-H Mini Grants - Michigan 4-H Foundation Michigan 4-H Youth Development Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden Statement of Financial Accountability Joe Hune has been elected to a three-year term on the Michigan 4-H Foundation board. He brings leadership experience and a passion for civic engagement to help expand 4-H’s reach and impact. Joe Hune has been elected to a three-year term on the Michigan 4-H Foundation board.
He brings leadership experience and a passion for civic engagement to help expand 4-H’s reach and impact. Honor a Graduating Senior 4-H Children’s Garden Endowments Michigan 4-H License Plate 4-H Animal Science Sponsorships Eligible IRA owners can reduce taxable income by making a qualified charitable distribution directly to the Michigan 4-H Foundation.
QCDs offer a simple way to support 4-H while meeting required minimum distribution obligations. Eligible IRA owners can reduce taxable income by making a qualified charitable distribution directly to the Michigan 4-H Foundation. QCDs offer a simple way to support 4-H while meeting required minimum distribution obligations.
Information for 4-H Staff Michigan youth explore auto industry careers through 4-H Driven for the Future, gaining soft skills, industry insights, and hands-on learning thanks to a partnership with Toyota. Michigan youth explore auto industry careers through 4-H Driven for the Future, gaining soft skills, industry insights, and hands-on learning thanks to a partnership with Toyota.
Shepherd Thompson was elected to a three-year term as a Michigan 4-H Foundation youth trustee. A standout 4-H’er and global-minded leader, he brings experience in food security, community service, and youth empowerment to the board. Shepherd Thompson was elected to a three-year term as a Michigan 4-H Foundation youth trustee.
A standout 4-H’er and global-minded leader, he brings experience in food security, community service, and youth empowerment to the board. Support Michigan 4-H and show your 4-H pride by purchasing a Michigan 4-H license plate. Support Michigan 4-H and show your 4-H pride by purchasing a Michigan 4-H license plate.
Annual 4-H Program Grants 4-H International Travel Scholarship IFYE International Travel Scholarship MFB 4-H Excellence In Agriculture Award Since 1974, Michigan 4-H has partnered with States’ 4-H International Exchange Programs (S4-H) to conduct youth exchange programs with countries across the globe.
Since 1974, Michigan 4-H has partnered with States’ 4-H International Exchange Programs (S4-H) to conduct youth exchange programs with countries across the globe.
4-H Learning Experience Sponsorships Michigan 4-H Citation Award Michigan 4-H Citation Award Recipients 4-H Emerald Clover Society 4-H Emerald Clover Society Members Michigan 4-H Salute To Excellence Award Michigan 4-H Salute To Excellence Award Recipients MFB 4-H Excellence In Agriculture Award MFB 4-H Excellence In Agriculture Recipients Six outstanding 4-H leaders honored for outstanding achievements in 4-H youth agricultural education and leadership development.
Six outstanding 4-H leaders honored for outstanding achievements in 4-H youth agricultural education and leadership development. / Grants/Scholarships / 4-H Mini Grants Deadline to apply: June 1 The Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees annually approves the distribution of competitive grant opportunities for 4-H programs.
These mini grants are designed to encourage program planning and participation by 4-H members and volunteers in partnership with MSU Extension 4 H program staff. Grants are accepted from April 1– June 1 each year. Grant applications are due June 1.
April 1, 2025: Grant applications available online. June 1, 2025: Grant applications due to Michigan 4-H Foundation. Sept.
2025: Grant recipients announced October 1, 2025: 2025-2026 Grant acceptance deadline 4-H Mini Grant Report Deadlines May 31, 2025: 2024-25 grant reports due for programs conducted Oct. 1 to Apr. 30.
Sept. 30, 2025: 2025-25 grant reports due for programs conducted May 1 to Aug. 31.
Note as of July 1, 2024, all Michigan 4-H Foundation reporting will occur in PEARS. Please refer to the PEARS Reporting Guide for the Michigan 4-H Foundation on how to report on this grant in PEARS.
4-H Mini Grants available for 2025-2026: The Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees annually approves the distribution of competitive grant funds to encourage innovative 4-H program opportunities in local communities and in some cases for statewide programs. These grants are designed to encourage program planning and participation by 4 H members and volunteers in partnership with MSU Extension 4 H staff members.
We are pleased to be able to offer the following opportunities for the 2025-2026 4-H program year: Michigan 4-H Legacy Grants – 5 grants available for $1,000 each Supports development of a new program or initiative or to strengthen, enhance or expand a current program that’s making a difference.
Funded by the Michigan 4-H Legacy Fund Endowment 4-H On-Target Grants – 3 grants available for $500 each Supports county 4-H Shooting Sports programs enhance existing programs, develop a new program or offer a special experience related to 4-H Shooting Sports. Funded with support from Thomas Cobb, former Michigan 4-H Foundation president, and the Michigan 4-H Shooting Sports Endowed Fund.
The Collins 4-H Youth Horticulture Grant – 1 grant available for $500 This grant opportunity is for 4-H youth clubs only to advance club work in plant science and horticulture activities locally. This grant is made possible by the William J. and Ruth D.
Collins Endowment Fund to advance 4-H youth horticulture and gardening programs. 4-H Educational Garden Grants – 2 grants available for $1,000 each Supports the creation of local 4-H educational gardens in Michigan. Funded by the Albert A.
Albright Endowment for 4-H Plant Science and Gardening Education.
Restrictions and Reminders Civil Rights Compliance Statement for Grant Recipients The Michigan 4-H Foundation, a public 501(c)(3) corporation, is organized to support Michigan State University Extension 4-H Youth Development programs, and as such, requires that all foundation grantees submit a signed statement of non-discrimination before receiving Michigan 4-H Foundation grant funds and/or using the services and/or collaborating with the foundation to deliver 4-H supported programs.
The Grant Acceptance and Civil Rights Compliance form documents your acceptance of the grant and agreement to the conditions for funding. Grant Acceptance Deadline is Sept. 30 All mini grants must be accepted by completing and submitting the Grant Acceptance and Civil Rights Compliance form by Sept.
30. All grants awarded and not accepted by this date will be terminated and re-announced for award in the next Michigan 4-H Foundation mini grant cycle. All mini grant activity must be completed and expensed by August 31 of the 4-H program year.
Mini grant reports are due: May 31 for programs conducted October 1 to April 30. September 30 for programs conducted May 1 to August 31. Note as of July 1, 2024, all Michigan 4-H Foundation reporting will occur in PEARS.
Please refer to the PEARS Reporting Guide for the Michigan 4-H Foundation on how to report on this grant in PEARS. Being in 4-H has helped me reflect on who I am, but also helped me feel confident enough to step out of my comfort zone. From my experience in 4-H, I have realized that I have grown as a person but also developed many crucial life and career skills.
— Justin Yarger, Monroe County Become a permanent part of the Michigan 4-H Children's Garden by sponsoring a brick! Bricks can be donated in your name; in honor of a family, friend or club; or in memory of loved ones. Learn more: Sponsor a brick!
. Justin S. Morrill Hall of Agriculture 446 West Circle Drive, Room 160 © 2026 Michigan 4-H Foundation.
Website and Course Development Michigan 4-H Youth Development Michigan 4-H Children’s Garden Statement of Financial Accountability Honor a Graduating Senior 4-H Children’s Garden Endowments Michigan 4-H License Plate 4-H Animal Science Sponsorships Information for 4-H Staff Annual 4-H Program Grants 4-H Learning Experience Sponsorships 4-H International Travel Scholarship IFYE International Travel Scholarship MFB 4-H Excellence In Agriculture Award Michigan 4-H Citation Award Michigan 4-H Citation Award Recipients 4-H Emerald Clover Society 4-H Emerald Clover Society Members Michigan 4-H Salute To Excellence Award Michigan 4-H Salute To Excellence Award Recipients MFB 4-H Excellence In Agriculture Award MFB 4-H Excellence In Agriculture Recipients
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: 4-H members and volunteers in partnership with MSU Extension 4-H program staff. Category-specific focus areas include shooting sports, horticulture, gardening, and equestrian programs. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $500 - $2,000 per grant depending on category Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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