Check out this incredible raffle for a chance to experience a Garth Brooks Concert for two in Las Vegas at The Colosseum and two (2) complimentary consecutive nights in a luxury room at any Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas property (room/suite types may vary and is based on availability). Raffle was launched this past weekend and we are already more than 50% sold out, so grab your tickets today!!
Fantastic seating location for section 106, row J. Redemption of the hotel stay award is subject to availability of rooms and rates at the Hotel, excluding holiday periods. The hotel package is not available over New Year’s weekend or Super Bowl weekend. Additional blackout dates and restrictions may apply Hotel Award is non-transferable and non-refundable. Hotel expiration is 3/18/2024.
Tickets are $50 each. Must be an Arizona resident and at least 18 years old to purchase any tickets. Ticket sales end at noon on April 25th. Winning Ticket will be drawn on Facebook on April 26th. Be a part of supporting agriculture education and FFA in Arizona through this incredible raffle!
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Bustin Clay for FFA Trap Shoot
Sold Out
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The 9th annual Bustin Clay for FFA Trap Shoot is sold out! We are very grateful to United Right of Way for serving as our title sponsor the past two years.
There is still time to support the event through one of the many sponsorships available.Secure your sponsorship no later than April 10th to be included on the event signage.
Sponsorship opportunities available include:
- Award Sponsors $200
- Trap Sponsor $300
- Ammo Sponsors $500
If you are attending the event, don't forget to grab your raffle tickets when you register. Must be present for to win. Purchase individual tickets or grab a bundle of six tickets which gives you a chance to win this incredible fire pit donated by Steve Goucher, Agent with Farm Bureau Financial Services.
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State FFA Leadership Conference
Career & Education Fair
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The Career & Education Fair is an event you do not want to miss participating in! Showcase career opportunities in more than 8 career pathways for students to learn about future opportunities.
Community colleges, trade schools, and universities will have a chance to connect one on one with students to provide information to help them determine their next path following high school.
In 2022 there were more than 44 exhibitors participating in the Career & Education Fair. This year we are excited to also include a limited number of presentations on the Showcase stage to highlight various industries and career pathways.
To learn more about the Career & Education Fair, visit our link below. Space is limited so sign up today! There is also an opportunity to express interest to present a workshop during the State FFA Leadership Conference to students or teachers.
Title sponsorship for the Career & Education Fair is available. Visit the link below for opportunities available to support the State FFA Leadership Conference.
We can't wait to see all of the companies and educational institutions returning this year and new companies joining us!
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The Arizona FFA Foundation had the honor to host the Leadership Executives of Agricultural Education/FFA Development (LEAD) in Arizona the week of March 25th. Colleagues from 26 states attended the LEAD Summit (a total of 36 participants). This was the seventh time for the Foundation executives and staff to gather for their professional development since the first meeting in Texas in 2006. This group is instrumental in serving Team Ag Ed nationwide.
In 2021, with the support of the National FFA, the group began the process of establishing a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization. The professional organization became a reality in 2022 when LEAD gained official nonprofit status.
We are very grateful to have had the following presenters:
- Senator Sine Kerr
- Representative Tim Dunn
- Roger Rickard of Voices in Advocacy
- Farrah Smith - Foundation President-Elect and Gala Chair
- Dr. Robert Torres
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Dr. Amber Rice, Department of Agricultural Education, Technology and Innovation, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, The University of Arizona
- Andrea Moreno of SRP
- Glen Stith, Top Hand Consulting
- Chris Udall and Stephanie Knight from the Agribusiness & Water Council of Arizona
- Glen Vortherms from the Maricopa Water District
- Sherry Saylor
- Scott Pilchard of Western Skies Advisory
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Amanda Ruboyianes of ENPICA Insurance
This program would not have been successful without the tremendous support from our sponsors and contributors.
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State FFA Leadership Conference
Sponsorship Opportunities
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The 94th State FFA Leadersihp Conference will bring together more than 1,000 students and guests in Tucson June 8-10, 2023.
The three days are action packed for the students as they attend the Career & Education Fair, workshops, compete in leadership development events, receive awards, scholarships and attend general sessions.
One of many amazing programs held during the conference is the Day of Service Program. Students will have an opportunity to package 50,000 meals through the Meals of Hope which are donated to a local food bank. We are grateful to the Dairy Council of Arizona who will be serving as one of the sponsors for this program and donating milk to be combined with the meals for those in need. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for this program to help us reach the goal of 50,000 meals.
We are looking for sponsors to support the State FFA Leadership Conference. If you are interested in being a part of this annual event, we encourage you to reach out for more information. You may also visit the link below.
Sponsorships Available:
- Day of Service $2,500
- Conference Session Photographer $700
- FFA Chorus $3,500
- Courtesy Corp $375
- State Officer & Parent Dinner $1,150
- Chapter Display $1,150
- Superior Chapter Co-Sponsor $800
- National Chapter Co-Sponsor $1,450
- Stars Over Arizona Tour Sponsor $2,300
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CASA GRANDE FFA
COUGAR COUNTRY MARKET
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South of Phoenix you’ll find a town rooted in unique Arizona history and agriculture, Casa Grande. The Casa Grande High School boasts an agriculture program to admire. Casey Farnsworth is the Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor at Casa Grande Union High School. Many years ago, he had a vision to expand his chapter’s supervised agricultural experience (SAE) into something that would not only impact and grow his chapter’s students, but also benefit the community, and that’s when the makings of Cougar Country Market started coming together. Today, the Cougar Country Market gives students an understanding of basic business management as well as supplying their community with local goods from the program and from local Arizona agriculture. The Cougar Country Market is a FFA student-led business venture that allows every agriculture class to partake in the dealings of business and marketing. Throughout the day students learn business skills from running a cash register to interacting with customers, a truly immersive supervised agricultural experience (SAE). Among the market’s offerings are Arizona milk, cheese curds, local honey, fresh hydroponic seasonal vegetables, local meat, poultry and meat sticks.
Let’s learn a little bit about the Agriculture Teacher and FFA advisor mastermind behind all this, Mr. Casey Farnsworth.Read more about this story.
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Recognize A 2023 Senior
for their Hardwork & Commitment
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The 1928 Senior Society began in 2021 as a way to honor a high school senior with a one-time gift to the Arizona FFA Foundation. Through a donation of $19.28 per high school senior that is an Arizona FFA member, they will be recognized for their commitment to their education.
1928 is a significant year when the National FFA Organization was founded. Each inductee will receive a Senior Society FFA decal, recognized by having their name listed in our State FFA Leadership Conference app, recognized on screen with the Senior Society list during a conference session, and on the Foundation website for the next year.
This is a great opportunity for parents, grandparents, teachers, alumni and others that would like to recognize a 2023 senior.
If you would like to honor a 2023 Senior, you may click the link below.
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State FFA Leadership Camp
Yuma Bus
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The State FFA Leadership Camp is right around the corner! More than 250 students from across Arizona come together for a five-day unbelievable leadership experience. Students are broken into small groups that are lead by camp counselors. The students attend leadership workshops, team building activities and participate in obstacle courses.
This year we are seeking support to offer a bus for students from Yuma Region to attend camp. We are grateful to Vicki Scott of Scott Resources and Megan Scott for kicking off the campaign to provide the Yuma bus.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available to help us reach our goal. If you are interested in supporting this effort to help students get to the State FFA Leadership Camp, held in Heber, Arizona, please reach out to Rochell at 602-705-9211 or email rochell@azffafoundation.org. |
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By including the Arizona Agricultural Education/FFA Foundation in your estate plan, you are creating a legacy that tells future generations what causes mattered to you. There are many options to building a legacy to support agriculture education and the FFA.
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