This topic makes my heart pitter patter proudly. I too grew up in 4-H and our children did too. I work in the local Extension office where we oversee the county 4-H activities, among other things. There is no fee in Kansas to join 4-H and I hope we can keep it that way. I know lots of states are struggling. It is a great program and teaches kids some very important life skills. We still have lots of kids with livestock projects, but that isn't all that is offered. There is something for everyone. Our 'county agent' is an awesome guy and the kids (and their parents) really like him. And yep, I learned to sew in 4-H.