2026 McLean County Recognition of Excellence

Get ready for a night of celebration, inspiration, and 4-H pride! Join us on November 3, 2026, at the AgriCenter (14169 Carole Drive, Bloomington, Illinois) as we shine the spotlight on our amazing 4-H members, leaders, and volunteers.

 

This is more than just an event — it’s a chance to cheer on the passion, dedication, and incredible accomplishments that make our 4-H community so special. Mark your calendar, bring your 4-H spirit, and get ready for an evening full of recognition and good vibes. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Doors of the AgriCenter will open at 5:30 p.m. 

Dinner will be provided by Redbird Catering starting at 6 p.m.  The menu will consist of pasta, salad, green beans, bread, cookies and drinks, Please specify any dietary restrictions and other accommodations required to support attendees in the registration form below. 

 

The program will begin at 6:45 p.m. Several groups will be recognized during the presentation. These groups include: Cloverbuds, first-year, fifth-year, and tenth-year members, milestone leaders, Leader of the Year, County Record Award winners, Illinois Experience Award winners, Mosbacher Scholarship recipients, Holder Scholarship recipients, and the Hall of Fame Award recipients.

We will again be collecting canned food and toiletry items to share throughout McLean County.

 

If you have any questions, please reach out to the McLean County Extension Office at (309)663-8306 or email Michelle Vincent at mavincen@illinois.edu.