Friday, May 16, 2025
The Kansas 4-H Tip Sheet is a monthly newsletter that provides valuable information to local Extension offices, as well as Kansas 4-H families. The deadlines posted may be different than those set by local Extension offices. In addition, local Extension offices may not be able to provide chaperones and/or transportation to statewide Kansas 4-H events, programs, trainings and activities. Always check with your local Extension office before registering.
From the 4-H Program Leader
Welcome, Zaira Ruiz!
We are excited to welcome Zaira Ruiz to the Kansas 4-H Team as our Southwest Regional 4-H Specialist. Zaira started on May 12, and her office is located at the Regional Office in Garden City.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah Maass | May 16, 2025
Bold Goals and the Local 4-H Program
These bold goals cannot be achieved by just a few of us, it is going to take all of us to make intentional efforts to grow our programming and membership base.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah Maass | May 16, 2025
K-State Opportunities for Youth
In collaboration with the engagement efforts with the academic departments on the Kansas State University campuses, we have created a one-stop shop website that showcases opportunities for youth.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah Maass | May 16, 2025
Deadlines
State Livestock Nomination Deadlines Approaching for Kansas State Fair Grand Drive and KJLS
All market animals and commercial breeding females must be nominated to be eligible for the Kansas State Fair Grand Drive and/or KJLS. The deadline to nominate small livestock and commercial breeding heifers is June 15. DNA envelope orders are due June 5.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Lexie Hayes | May 16, 2025
Upcoming Events
YEC Summit Registration
YEC Summit will be held June 12th from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the K-State Business Building, Manhattan, KS. Register at http://bit.ly/25YECSummit by June 7th. This event is designed for anyone passionate about youth development and entrepreneurship.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Patsy Maddy | May 16, 2025
Awards and Recognition
National 4-H Congress Nominations for Key Award and Centennial Delegates
National 4-H Congress is a recognition, educational, cultural, and community service experience November 28 - December 2, 2025 in Atlanta, GA. We are now accepting nominations for Key Award and Centennial Delegates, which are due June 13.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah Maass | May 16, 2025
Funding Opportunities
4-H Foster Kids Grant Opportunities
The purpose of the Kansas 4-H Resource Family Project and Camp Grant Programs is to provide financial assistance for foster youth and their resource families who want to participate in learning opportunities available through 4-H. The application deadline
Read full announcement | Submitted by Sarah Maass | May 16, 2025
Program Information
Workshop Proposals for 2025 Kansas Youth Leadership Forum Deadline Extended
We are looking for workshop submissions for the 2025 Kansas Youth Leadership Forum, and we have extended the deadline to June 5.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Beth Hinshaw | May 16, 2025
Job Opportunities
State 4-H Office K-State Student Job Opportunity
The State 4-H Office is hiring student employees for the Fall of 2025. Apply in person or call the state office at (785) 532-5800.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Marissa Randel | May 16, 2025
Global Citizenship Opportunities
Request: Help Identify Potential Japanese Exchange Host Families
We need your help identifying potential host families for the Japanese Exchange Program this summer. We need to recruit a total of 40 families to host from July 23 – August 15.
Read full announcement | Submitted by Pam Van Horn | May 16, 2025