State 4-H Office

Illinois 4-H Road Trip helps youth build confidence for college and careers
NORMAL, Ill. – From navigating financial aid to practicing interview skills, Illinois 4-H youth took important steps toward their futures during Road Trip: College & Career Day on October 9 at Illinois State University.Designed for youth in grades 8–12, the event...

From pumpkin patches to horse stables, Illinois 4-H youth build fall fun brick by brick
More than 65 entries showcase creativity and storytelling in statewide building challengeURBANA, Ill. — Fall fun took on a whole new shape as Illinois 4-H youth turned colorful plastic building bricks into miniature worlds filled with pumpkins, horses,...

What's Next for Illinois Teens? New 4-H Partnership Opens Doors to Science Careers
URBANA, Ill. — What does it take to turn a teenager's interest in animals, agriculture or science into a future career? For Illinois youth, new opportunities to find out are on the horizon.Illinois 4-H is one of six state 4-H programs selected to participate in a new...

Illinois 4-H Foundation welcomes new board member, strengthening commitment to youth opportunities
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – The Illinois 4-H Foundation is pleased to welcome Emily Webel of Farmington, Illinois, to its Board of Directors. A former 4-H member, communications professional, and current 4-H volunteer and parent, Webel brings a unique combination of professional...