Disaster Resources Quick access to information on disaster preparedness and recovery.
Illinois IDEA IDEA - Initiative for the Development of Entrepreneurs in Agriculture - conducts research, develops educational products, and provides services that encourage farmers to incorporate entrepreneurial strategies which direct their marketing efforts to meeting consumer demand.
MarketMaker An interactive mapping system that locates businesses and markets of agricultural products, providing an important link between producers and consumers.
EZregs Making sense of Illinois Agricultural and Horticultural regulations.
Family Works A series of strategies for building stronger families.
Local Programs
Barn Keepers
The mission of Barn Keepers is to gather and document information about BARNS in McLean County, and provide leadership to organize and encourage people who are interested in preserving barns and their history.
McLean County H.C.E.
McLean County Association for Home & Community Education has been influential in increasing the quality of life in McLean County since its inception in 1918. HCE continues as an enduring catalyst for continuing education, for strengthening family units, and for community improvement.
MultiCultural Leadership Program
This pilot program, launched in 2009 is a McLean County leadershiup program designed for emerging leaders from a variety of cultures here in the county. The programming, beginning in July will wrap up in April 2010 and the workshops are all available on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Small Business Development Center -
(SBDC)coordinates and delivers management programs, technical assistance and educational programs to small businesses. Services are tailored to meet the unique needs of the existing business owner or manager and potential business owners.
Work Force Development
A selection of opportunities to promote preparation for work in the McLean county community.
Latest Links
Linking the McLean County Extension Newsletter and YOU to the latest breaking news releases from UI educators.
Contact Us
For more information about these programs, please contact:
Susan Bandy
Unit Educator, CED
McLean County Unit
402 North Hershey Road
Bloomington, IL 61704
Phone: 309-663-8306
FAX: 309-663-8270 sbandy@illinois.edu
Emily Freese
Program Coordinator, CED
McLean County Unit
402 North Hershey Road
Bloomington, IL 61704
Phone: 309-663-8306
FAX: 309-663-8270 efreese@illinois.edu