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a garden bed of native plants at Yost House in Pontiac, IL
Volunteers make the world go 'round at Illinois Extension
Volunteers selflessly give their free time for the betterment of the community. From answering client questions about gardening challenges,...
Peggy West standing next to her display at Peoria Art Guild
Extension Master Naturalist Spotlight: Peggy West
Art and nature go hand-in-hand for Extension Master Naturalist and artist Peggy West. She uses her skills and expertise to educate and advocate for...
Yellow flowers in front of a person gardening
Thank a volunteer this week
This past weekend, I was standing in the shade of Hedgeapple Woods at Ewing Park II looking at a patch of native wildflowers where only a year before...
a view of El Paseo's urban farm
El Paseo Community Garden is not just growing food, it's growing leaders and community
Paula Acevedo talks quickly and passionately pointing left and right as we walk through El Paseo Community Garden...
wall of engraved bricks
Master Naturalist Pam Tomka inspires others to enjoy nature through her grant writing skills
The opportunities are vast when it comes to inspiring others to enjoy nature. ...
4-H Volunteers with awards
4-H volunteers Crista Hartstirn and Nancy Williams play integral role in successful programs
Volunteers are the backbone of the 4-H program. Each year, University of Illinois Extension Fulton County 4-H selects two 4-H volunteers to recognize...
Photo of Cathryn Frisby
4-H friendships live on
A group of alumni enjoy 4-H so much, they’re still meeting, 90 years after the oldest began her 4-H journey. At 98 years young, Cathryn Frisby and...
Photo of Cathryn Frisby
4-H friendships live on
A group of alumni enjoy 4-H so much, they’re still meeting, 90 years after the oldest began her 4-H journey. At 98 years young, Cathryn Frisby and...

News Releases

hands in a huddle
Volunteers’ passion helps to grow the next generation of leaders
Volunteers play a vital role in supporting 4-H youth clubs and programming. University of Illinois Extension’s 4-H youth development program in Marshall-Putnam Counties honors its 2023 volunteers during National Volunteer Week, April 16-22. National Volunteer Week is an opportunity to...

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