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4-H started in the United States in many places at about the same time. During the 1890's and early 1900's, educators in several states began programs to teach farm children useful skills.
In 1914, the Smith-Lever Act established what is now the Cooperative Extension System. The Smith-Lever Act also granted states federal funds to organize boys' and girls' agricultural clubs, and each state soon set up a club department. Gradually, boys and girls began joining the same clubs, as they do today.
During the early 1920's, agricultural clubs throughout the United States adopted the 4-H emblem and the name 4-H Club. Clubs in Iowa had begun to use a clover emblem with white H's about 1910.
Today, more than 80 nations have 4-H or similar programs. In a number of countries, the groups have not adopted all parts of the 4-H program. However, all the groups work to help young people develop useful skills and become productive citizens.
The Mesa Goathill Go-Getters meet on the first Monday of every month, at 7PM, at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa.