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Macon County 4-H Macon County 4-H is for youth and volunteers who want to Make the Best Better in Macon County, Ill. What's the point of 4-H?

Great kids are those that exemplify the four H’s, and our mission is to make that happen! HEAD—Make sound decisions, set goals and stick with them until they are achieved, and have practical skills needed to lead a productive, fulfilling life. HEART—Act with integrity and accountability, and help others become their best. HANDS—Put the needs of the community before those of themselves, and serve others. HEALTH—Actively take care of their minds and bodies. Comments, links, photos, and videos are welcome on all University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign social media platforms. Comments or posts to University accounts can be removed for any of the following reasons, at any time and without notice, if they:

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It's Thankful Thursday! Take time today to thank someone who has made your 4-H experience amazing. Let's celebrate the v...
10/08/2026

It's Thankful Thursday!
Take time today to thank someone who has made your 4-H experience amazing. Let's celebrate the volunteers, educators, and leaders who make 4-H possible!

Has your club celebrated National 4-H Week by doing a community service project? We want to recognize your efforts, so b...
10/07/2026

Has your club celebrated National 4-H Week by doing a community service project? We want to recognize your efforts, so be sure to take photos of your project and wear some green! Submit pictures by Oct. 12 to go.illinois.edu/4HHeart.

Check out our pages on October 13 to see how other clubs have been showing their 4-H spirit and serving the community this week.

We have 11 amazing entries for this year's photo and drawing contest. First and second place will be featured on our we...
10/05/2026

We have 11 amazing entries for this year's photo and drawing contest. First and second place will be featured on our website, social media pages, and in the 2027 DeWitt, Macon, Piatt 4-H Showbook!

Like the photo to vote for your favorites! Voting ends at noon on October 9. Winners announced on FaceBook Live on October 12.

Let's paint the nation green today! Wear your green and share photos with us!
10/05/2026

Let's paint the nation green today! Wear your green and share photos with us!

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt offices will be closed for a staff professional development day on October 5!
10/01/2026

DeWitt, Macon, and Piatt offices will be closed for a staff professional development day on October 5!

It's time to enroll for the new 4-H year! Everyone who completes enrollment by Dec. 1 receives a free t-shirt! Remind a ...
10/01/2026

It's time to enroll for the new 4-H year! Everyone who completes enrollment by Dec. 1 receives a free t-shirt! Remind a friend to enroll!

Visit 4H.zsuite.org

Family fun, fishing, hot dogs, and s'mores is a recipe for a great Saturday!Come out to 4-H Memorial Camp on October 17 ...
09/30/2026

Family fun, fishing, hot dogs, and s'mores is a recipe for a great Saturday!

Come out to 4-H Memorial Camp on October 17 for the 4-H Fishing Derby!

$10 for ages 5 and up! Under 5 are free! Max of $40 per family.

Register by Oct. 12 at go.illinois.edu/4Hfish

Hey 4-Hers! Today is the deadline for your entry! Who: Open to 4-H members 8 to 18What: Submit a photo with caption or d...
09/30/2026

Hey 4-Hers! Today is the deadline for your entry!

Who: Open to 4-H members 8 to 18
What: Submit a photo with caption or drawing with name. Works must have been completed after Jan. 1, 2026
Submit entries: go.illinois.edu/PhotoandDrawing

Voting begins October 5 and ends October 9. Winners announced on Oct. 12

Winning artwork will be featured on DeWitt, Macon, Piatt 4-H Show Book, website, and FaceBook pages

Hey 4-Hers! Have you been working on your entry for the 4-H Visionaries: Show Book Photo and Drawing Contest? The deadli...
09/25/2026

Hey 4-Hers! Have you been working on your entry for the 4-H Visionaries: Show Book Photo and Drawing Contest? The deadline for submissions is next week, Sept. 30.

Who: Open to 4-H members 8 to 18
What: Submit a photo with caption or drawing with name. Works must have been completed after Jan. 1, 2026
Submit entries: go.illinois.edu/PhotoandDrawing

Voting begins October 5 and ends October 9. Winners announced on Oct. 12

Winning artwork will be featured on DeWitt, Macon, Piatt 4-H Show Book, website, and FaceBook pages

Come out to 4-H Memorial Camp on October 17 for the 4-H Fishing Derby! Fun prizes, great fishing, hot dogs, and s'mores....
09/23/2026

Come out to 4-H Memorial Camp on October 17 for the 4-H Fishing Derby! Fun prizes, great fishing, hot dogs, and s'mores. Fun for the entire family!

$10 for ages 5 and up! Under 5 are free! Max of $40 per family.

Register by Oct. 12 at go.illinois.edu/4Hfish

Address

3351 N. President Howard Brown Boulevard
Decatur, IL
62521

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 12pm
1pm - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12178776042

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