Texting can make a difference

AGCO is a proud sponsor of both the FFA and 4H Clubs of North America. Check out this simple way that you too can donate:

“National 4-H Council has kicked off the “4-H Give2Vote Challenge,” a fundraiser to benefit state 4-H programs using mobile and online technology.

To make your $10 donation, send a text to 50555 and type the message CLOVER. Participating wireless carriers include AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, Sprint and Nextel. Your donation will be charged to your carrier’s monthly bill.

Your donation will be credited to the 4-H office in the state in which your mobile device’s area code is located.

Located out of your home state? You can make your donation and name your state by going online here

The state 4-H program receiving the most donations by mobile phone or by giving online at www.4-H.org will receive a bonus $5,000. Each donation counts as one vote.

“New mobile technologies have allowed us to break exciting new ground and offer an easy way for people to support the 4-H movement,” said Donald T. Floyd, Jr, president and CEO of National 4-H Council. “Donations received via text provide an innovative new stream of funding to 4-H programs, creating even more opportunities for youth.” ” Source: AgriMarketing.com

Sue is always talking about her memories as a 4H-er, hanging out in the dairy barn at the Minnesota State Fair. What kind of activities did you do as kid growing up on the farm?