Reasons why people give:

"4-H was an outstanding organization in sparsely settled areas when I was a child. We made new friends and learned perfection with the projects we chose." -Frank and Charlene Mehling 

"It was a great educational program for my three children and now for my two granddaughters." -Lawrence and Vyonne Moran

"​4-H prepares the next generation of capable leaders." - Cascade County Farm Bureau

"The success I had as an adult in my teaching, counseling and public speaking came about because of 4-H projects and activities." -Carolyn Miller

"We bleed green working on 4th generation 4-H family." -Snowy Mountain Lock and Door

"Investment in "The Future of America"."-Shelly Vance

"It is a great group that develops leaders for our future! Not just in agriculture." - C.T. Ripley

"My dad will be 92 on May 29.  He doesn't need a birthday gift, but this is a way to honor an old 4-H leader and loving parent." - Kris and Dennis Descheemaeker

"Family involvement its a great program!" -Susan Iverson

"Helping young people to believe in themselves and become our future leaders.  Learning high morals, work ethic & respect for others."- Patricia Marmon

Credit: E. Brush Photography, Montana 4-H Congress 2023