On January 22, local youth gathered at the Christian County Extension Office to participate in a community service workshop hosted by the 4-H Youth Leadership Team. During the event, 4-H members and volunteers worked together to create tie blankets from fleece material donated by 4-H members in the county.
The finished blankets will be donated to Park Glen Apartments in Taylorville, where they will provide warmth and comfort to residents.
The Christian County 4-H Youth Leadership Team organized the project as part of their ongoing commitment to positively impacting the community.
4-H is the youth development program of the University of Illinois Extension, helping young people develop leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through hands-on learning experiences. Studies show that 4-H participants are more likely to contribute to their communities, make healthy choices, and engage in STEM activities.
For more information about joining 4-H or the 4-H Youth Leadership Team, contact Taylor Pope at the Christian County Extension Office by calling 217-287-7246 or emailing tpope4@illinois.edu.
The University of Illinois Extension serves as the public outreach arm of the university, connecting research and resources to communities across the state.
