Lifelong Learning, Lifelong Impact
Announcements and Highlights
4-H Family Winter Break Building Contest
Does your family love building together? This is the opportunity for you! Create a build as a family over winter break! One entry per family. All participating families must have at least one currently enrolled Illinois 4-H member. All other rules from the general monthly contest apply. Build must be original and follow copyright guidelines.
Wits Fitness
Feeling a little foggy lately? You're not alone—and there’s something you can do about it. Join University of Illinois Educator Tessa Hobbs-Curley for a fun, interactive session designed to clear the mental cobwebs.
Peoria Agronomy Summit
Strengthen farm management decisions by attending the Peoria Agronomy Summit this winter to learn the latest agronomic research updates and equip yourself with information that will empower you in your farm decision-making. The 2026 location theme centers on soil and nutrient management.
Information You Can Count On
Community Food Map
Use the Find Food IL map to find places in your community offering free food or meals. You can also find stores and markets that accept SNAP/LINK or WIC coupons.
Insights from the Field: Read Our Educator Blogs
Curious about what’s growing in our gardens, changing in our communities, or trending in youth development? Our educators share their expertise, stories, and practical tips through regularly updated blogs.
4-H Youth Development
Commercial Agriculture
Community & Economic Development
Consumer Economics
Energy & Environment
Family Life
Horticulture
Local Foods & Small Farms
Nutrition & Wellness