Alaska 4-H International Exchange Program

All Hands-on Deck!! Two Japanese Boys Need Host Families Now!
A special “Thank you” to everyone that has helped get almost all 20 Japanese placed with host families in Michigan!! Plane tickets have been purchased and they are all arriving this Sunday, July 21, 2024! We have had some families have to back out for a variety of reasons and we need your help! Please help us in finding our last two Japanese boys (16 and 17 years old) families willing to open their homes and hearts or even your own family!
A host family needs to complete the States’ 4-H International Exchange Programs online application, have a youth to match (Japanese ages 13-17 years) as a host brother/sister (be within 3-4 years of age), adults be Michigan 4-H adult Gold Volunteers, participate in an interview and home visit process. Applications to host can be found at www.states4hexchange.org
Due to such a short time frame – please have any potential host families contact me directly Jan Brinn call or text to 269-312-0672 Email [email protected]. Your help is appreciated for helping us to find these last 2 host families ASAP!
Again - International Programs State Coordinator, Jan Brinn, (269) 312-0672 & Co-Coordinator, John Wurm, (785) 260-3186 are available to answer your questions. Please feel free to contact us with your questions if you feel you might be able to help us heroically find homes for these last young Japanese students.
With appreciation,
Michigan 4-H International Exchange Programs Team

🌟 Last Chance Alert! 🌟

Looking to add some excitement and joy to your summer? Act now, because we only have a few spots left for hosting youth this season! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact on a young person's life.

Whether you're a seasoned host family or considering hosting for the first time, now is the perfect time to get involved. Our program offers unforgettable experiences for both hosts and youth alike, fostering cultural exchange, friendship, and unforgettable memories.

But hurry, time is running out! Reach out to your state coordinator today to secure your spot and welcome a youth into your home this summer. Don't delay, seize the chance to make a difference and create lifelong connections. Contact us now! 🌟 https://www.states4hexchange.org/state-contacts/

🔑What’s holding you back from hosting? (Rhetorical questions, but you can leave an answer if you want!)
🌎Did you know many world leaders are former exchange students?
🌍Did you know that hosting an exchange student gives you the chance to experience the nuances of culture of a country you might ever encounter as a tourist?
💙Are you ready to make an investment into the future of the world, while making your own corner of the world a more enriching, loving, understanding place?

These 5 amazing young people need host families for next school year. Ask me how you can be a world changer, with them!

Hey friends! Ready to turn you summer into one you will never forget?!! I’m looking for a few amazing families who will open their homes and hearts to month long exchange students from Korea this summer. They will be in Alaska July 23-August 16!

Let me tell you about them!

**Seonhyeok is 16- This active guy likes to play sports and pretty much any activity. He loves exercising and playing games. He’s hoping to grow from his exchange experience in the US. He likes camping, hiking, animals, gardening, cooking, and trying new foods, among other things. He’s ready for an adventure with your family! He has three brothers in his family. (Seonyul is his younger brother).

**Seonyul is 14- he loves music, singing, playing the piano, and listening to music as varied as jazz to disco. He’s curious, shy, patient, and considerate. He doesn’t have any allergies but he doesn’t like to eat mushrooms. He is so excited to experience life in the US with your family. He has three brothers (Seonhyeok is his older brother).

**Seonmin is 17- This talkative, cheerful, considerate young man is looking forward to practicing his English by talking to a lot of people. He loves working out and playing sports like baseball and soccer. He also enjoys movies, video games, and hanging out with friends. He says he is inerested in are animals, outdoor activities and cooking.

**Dohyun is 16- This active guy considers himself tidy, energetic, and patient. He loves riding his bike, and exercising. He would really like to enjoy time spent boating, camping and hiking. Sounds like a great fit for an Alaskan family!

**Doye is 14- She considers herself sociable and shy, emotional and tolerant, patient and considerate. Her favorite hobbies are watching movies, dramas and animations. She is really looking forward to trying new activities and having amazing experiences with you! She likes boating, trying new food, animals and being outdoors.

**Siyun is 12- This young lady loves to exercise, especially jump roping, and swimming. She has one older brother who is 8 years older than her. She has a mild pet allergy, but let’s talk if you’re interested and you have a pet, we can figure out if it will work. She is ready to challenge herself and experience new things!

Leave a comment, or message me!

Come see me and some of the yearlong students this Saturday! We’ll have a booth with information and some fun activities!

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Don't Forget - This Saturday is our Spring into Summer Expo from 10am-3pm at Chugiak High School. Free to the public. Over 45 booths!

This is a great opportunity to teach your kiddos about community and what it takes to keep an area thriving...Bring some cash and make a few donations where you can.

Click here to go to the online event portal to see who will be there: https://app.clearevent.com/eventPortal /4eb02eb0-1ce6-40b4-b4e6-86297a7fcdd8/home

As we set our sights on the upcoming summer of amazing international programs, we wanted to announce that the "What does International Exchange mean to YOU?" Contest is now open for submissions! We want to share your experiences, and see what photos, videos, essays, skits, or creative pieces remind you of the magic of international exchange. Remember, this contest is open to any previous or upcoming States' 4-H participants from any of our programs, so be sure to send in your submissions to us by May 1st to have a chance to win! We look forward to sharing with you the moments and memories that our community will be sharing.

It’s time to start sharing about the amazing young people ready to come to the US next school year. They need a host family, like yours!