4-H is creating future entrepreneurs one step at a time. The GEAR UP girl’s empowerment group recently enjoyed learning about being an entrepreneur with LaSalle County 4-H Youth Development Coordinator, Toni Pienta. In addition to enjoying motivational presentations from local business entrepreneurs, participants learned how to make a pitch for a product or service and the steps necessary to create a business plan. Many inspiring hopes and dreams were shared as young entrepreneurs planned their future business and service.

In addition to the Entrepreneurship program, 4-H offers a variety of programs in Leadership, Career Readiness, Building Your Future, Financial Literacy and many others. To learn more about LaSalle County 4-H clubs and other opportunities call University of Illinois Extension, LaSalle County 815-433-0707 or email Toni Pienta.

The Mission of University of Illinois Extension is to provide practical education you can trust to help people, businesses and communities solve problems, develop skills and build a better future. University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. 

If you have questions or need more information, please call University of Illinois Extension- Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam Unit Office at 815-224-0889. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate, please indicate when registering or contact the Extension office. Extension offices are located in Princeton, Ottawa, Henry and in Oglesby on the IVCC campus.