University of Kentucky, Kentucky State University partner on USDA grant to promote change for at-risk youth and families

By Christopher Carney
Published on Apr. 3, 2025

Extension program leaders at the University of Kentucky and Kentucky State University are partnering to help at-risk children and families through positive youth development and community programming.

A positive partnership: 4-H Youth Development, College of Health Sciences work to adapt toys for children

By Bailey Vandiver
Published on Nov. 20, 2024

High school students who participate in 4-H have contributed to Toys with a Purpose, which lends adapted toys to families for free.

‘Opening doors for youth to thrive’: Kentucky 4-H agents awarded at national conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 4, 2024

Several Kentucky 4-H agents received awards in areas of programming, leadership and service at a prominent national conference.

'A man of integrity': George Heersche Jr. inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame for decades of service

By Christopher Carney
Published on Oct. 17, 2024

University of Kentucky professor in animal and food sciences, state dairy extension professor and 4-H volunteer George Heersche Jr. was honored posthumously at the recent 4-H Hall of Fame ceremony—recognizing a legacy of achievements and contributions.

Sunshine Day delivers memorable experience to youth with special needs in Kentucky

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jul. 2, 2024

Sunshine Day is a free annual event that provides an easier experience for children with special needs and their families to enjoy carnival rides, games, a livestock show and more at the Boone County Fairgrounds.

Kentucky 4-H to celebrate 100 years at teen conference

By Christopher Carney
Published on May. 3, 2024

The 2024 Kentucky 4-H Teen Conference will celebrate 100 years — bringing together high school youth from across the Commonwealth and building strong future leaders on June 11-14.

Kentucky 4-H workshop teaches business, entrepreneurship skills to youth

By Grace Sowards
Published on Apr. 22, 2024

As the largest youth development organization in the United States and in Kentucky, 4- H is providing positive youth development experiences that last a lifetime.

Reach new horizons at the 2024 Kentucky Volunteer and Extension Forum 

By Christopher Carney
Published on Jan. 10, 2024

For more than two decades, this biennial forum has provided a developmental and education conference for 4-H and extension volunteers in Kentucky and beyond — becoming one of the largest volunteer events in the world.

Seeds of support: Transforming 4-H camps into havens for social, emotional and behavioral health

By Jordan Strickler
Published on Jan. 3, 2024

Ryley Butler Modaff, a graduate student in the College of Social Work and inaugural 4-H Camp Behavioral Health Fellow, says the fellowship program is a buttress for youth health.

Kentucky 4-H alum conquers Appalachian Trail using stepping stones for life

By Christopher Carney
Published on Nov. 17, 2023

Clay Comer completes a 2,200 mile journey, a challenge that tested physical endurance, and mental power, which began at Kentucky 4-H.