What is 4-H?
4-H is a youth development program of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service focusing on the needs, interests, and concerns of young people. Its aim is to help youth acquire a positive self concept, rational social behavior, knowledge and problem solving capabilities. Boys and girls from 3rd grade to 12th grade regardless of social-economic level, race, color, sex, religion, handicap, national origin or geographic location may participate. For more information about Texas 4-H, District 9 4-H, and National 4-H programs.
The 4-H calendar year begins September 1st and concludes on August 31st of the following year. The member’s age division for the entire 4-H year will be determined as of September 1st of the 4-H year. Youth advancing grades mid-year will not be allowed to change membership divisions during that 4-H year.
| Clover Kids Grades Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd |
Junior Grades 3rd, 4th & 5th |
Intermediate Grades 6th, 7th & 8th |
Senior Grades 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th |
There’s a 4-H activity for everyone.
From food science and robotics to fashion design and photography, not to mention livestock projects, there’s sure to be something that sparks your interest. Here is a list of projects that are currently offered in Galveston County. When you request information on a club, just let us know what projects you are interested in and we can help find which club is best for you:
- Livestock & Animal Projects (cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry, rabbits)
- Food & Nutrition
- Fashion & Interior Design
- Photography
- Horse
- Shooting Sports
- Dog Care & Training
- Veterinary Science
- Leadership
- Consumer Education
- Public Speaking
- Robotics
- And more!
How to choose your 4-H project:
– Select a project you like.
– Consider the money and time it will take.
– Consider the space and equipment that you have at home.
– A 4-H project should be fun, serve a purpose, and be worth the effort.
– Select only the number of projects you can complete. Start small and work your way up!
Didn’t see anything that interests you? 4-H offers many different project areas – check out the list of projects to see what looks fun to you, and you can do an independent project or start a new project area!
How you can join a club?
Start by finding that club fits your family best in Brazoria County. Click here for a list of our clubs.
Youth join for $25!
September 1 thru October 31 enrollment due is $25. The remainder of the year is $30.
When you’re ready to become a member, join online through 4-H Online. Need help figuring out 4-H Online? Visit the 4-H Online Resource Center.
For 4-H Online help or questions contact our office (979) 864-1558 or the Texas 4-H website.
