The Impact of Leadership 2009 Annual Report of Donors • National FFA Foundation Table of Contents

Milestone Sponsors 2 National FFA Foundation Blue Jacket Program 3 FFA Jacket History 4 FFA Celebrates 40 Years of Women Membership 5 The Power of Women in Agriculture Giving as One 6 Help Grow Your Soup 7 2009 Sponsors’ Board Chairman’s Letter 9 2009 Sponsors’ Board 10 Corporate Sponsors 11 Forever Blue 25 Individual Giving Council 26 Individual Donors 27 Endowments 40 Honors 45 Memorials 45 Courtyard Gifts 46 2009 Board of Trustees 47 2009 Financial Statement 49

2009 Milestone Sponsors Corporate Sponsors Individual Donors 50-Year Sponsors 25-Year Donors Archer Daniels Midland Company Dr. Larry and Joy Case Robert and Pauline Wells 25-Year Sponsors Ames True Temper Chief Industries, Inc. Norfolk Southern Foundation Tractor Supply Company Virgil Eihusen Foundation WIX Filters

1 2 National FFA Foundation Blue Jacket Program FFA Jacket History

When designed as an individual giving program in 2007, the and I didn’t feel professional representing FFA!” Thanks to the The blue jacket, for some it is merely an item of clothing, but for the half- National FFA Foundation’s Blue Jacket program sought to involve Blue Jacket program and two local Syngenta retailers, they both a-million FFA members, it is a symbol of pride. The blue corduroy jacket individual donors by impacting local students. The program now have their very own jacket. “When my jacket arrived, I was represents leadership, trust and integrity. It gives students the confi dence allowed all individuals who donated $2,500 or more to the very enthused and happy,” Breanna said. “It is a very proud and to succeed and hope for a prosperous future in agriculture. The blue jacket National FFA Foundation the opportunity to have an FFA jacket overwhelming feeling.” is much more than fabric. It represents the gold standards found in every sent to the FFA chapter of their choice. In its fi rst year, the program FFA member. was successful realizing increased contributions from many Kristin received her new jacket two weeks prior to the 82nd previous donors. In the summer of 2008, Vern Hawkins of National FFA Convention, where she and her team were The jacket began in 1933, when Dr. Gus Lintner, advisor for the Fredericktown Syngenta, 2010 Sponsors’ Board Chair, had a simple question. representing South Dakota in the Parliamentary Procedure CDE. FFA Chapter in Ohio, designed a jacket as uniform for the Fredericktown Band, How could a company utilize its local retail network to reach out “I was really excited” Kristin recalled. “It was such an honor to which was to perform at the national FFA convention. Offi cial delegates were to local agricultural education programs? This question led to receive. It was really stiff, fi t really well and was great quality!” impressed with the jacket and voted to adopt it as offi cial dress. In 1948, a vision to make the Blue Jacket Program even more successful. the National FFA Supply Service began to supply all members with the jackets. “As an advisor, I was very fl attered and humbled to have our Through his leadership, all Syngenta retailers were challenged chapter selected for the FFA jacket and money,” said Mr. Todd When a member puts on the blue and gold for the fi rst time, the moment to assist at the local level, become involved in their communities Marks, 30-year veteran agricultural education instructor and FFA is almost magical. They know their experiences in FFA will help make them and support those who are ultimately Syngenta’s future advisor at Harrisburg High School. “I knew we had community the future leaders they will become. “I remember the fi rst time I put on my employees and customers. In 2008, 35 FFA students’ lives were support, but I didn’t realize how large of an impression we had FFA jacket,” said Riley Branch, 2008-2009 National FFA Western Region impacted with new jackets. In 2009, thanks to the leadership made upon our local business community. This honor has been Vice President. “The pride that I felt when I pulled it out of the box, and it challenge, the program experienced substantial growth, providing an excellent motivator for current FFA members to continue was folded up, and I draped it out, and it had my name on the front, and I jackets to 75 students, more than doubling the number of jackets working hard!” remember thinking, this is mine. I had my piece of a larger scheme, a larger given the previous year. Along with the increase of jackets, in idea of the FFA jacket and of the organization.” 2009 each recipient’s chapter received a $500 check, allowing Along with jackets, the chapter also receives $500. Marks was able the chapter to invest in the impact of future leaders. to use the money to purchase meat science identifi cation materials, Regina Holliday, 2008-2009 National FFA Southern Region Vice President, as well as shrubs to be planted around the school building for the recalls when she put her jacket on her freshman year. “I’d always seen While National FFA is extremely excited about this program, none enjoyment of the community and for use by the landscape class and the blue jacket and always looked up to it in my school and wondered are more excited than those whose lives have been impacted by nursery/landscape CDE. how I would get it,” Holliday said. “Once you put it on, there’s a feeling receiving a jacket, like Kristin Ackermann, a senior from Harrisburg of instantaneous ‘wow.’ You feel like you can conquer anything. When you High School in Harrisburg, S.D., and Breanna Butler, a sophomore Carmelita Goossen is the agricultural education instructor and FFA grab the zipper, and you zip it up, and you can just stand back in the mirror, from Southwestern Heights High School in Kismet, Kan. For some, advisor at Southwestern Heights High School.“I was extremely and you just have to take it all in. There’s not a word to describe how you Kristin and Breanna may seem completely different. Kristin is excited and thankful for the opportunity. It is great that they are feel when you put it on.” involved with many sports including volleyball, track, basketball interested in future leaders and employees. They support us even and soccer, while Breanna enjoys playing her baritone in the without being asked,” Goossen said. “FFA exists at the local level, More than just a jacket, the blue corduroy brings people together. band, maintaining her 3.9 grade point average and working and by Syngenta and our local retailer, Plains Equity Exchange, cattle. Kristin helps with landscaping projects that her FFA chapter sponsoring at the local level, chapters help students who are “I remember the fi rst time I wore it and went to an event and everyone around conducts as part of her home and community development in need grow the most.” Southwestern Heights plans to use its me had theirs on as well,” Branch said. “It was so exciting for me to think that supervised agricultural experience (SAE), while Breanna volunteers $500 to purchase benches, sinks and other items to make its I was a part of something bigger than myself. All of us together are working on for a local animal clinic as part of her small animal care SAE. new greenhouse, constructed solely by volunteers, a functional one grander idea and one grander mission, but yet we have a different way place of learning. of doing it. To me that’s what the jacket symbolizes. The jacket is one of the However, there is one passion that these two young ladies share: pieces that bring us all together, and we use the jacket in the organization FFA. Both have been involved in career development events (CDE) Goossen fi rmly believes in the impact this program and its to accomplish the mission in different ways.” and have served as Greenhand and Chapter offi cers. Both have sponsors are making, “The Blue Jacket program helps meet the the goal of becoming CDE state champion as well as serving in need every chapter faces by providing jackets to those students higher FFA offi ces. Although they both are active FFA members, who work hard, but otherwise would not be able to purchase neither of them had an FFA jacket with their name embroidered their own jacket. It allows students who borrow chapter jackets, on it. “I always had to borrow a chapter jacket,” Kristin said. to have their own, not something they take for granted, instilling “It didn’t fi t, the zipper didn’t work, buttons were missing an intense sense of pride and professionalism!”

I really appreciate your dedication to the success of FFA members. I have enjoyed my experiences in the FFA, all of which have helped It is such an honor to be recognized by such sponsors for all the hard work I, along with other me to achieve many of my goals. applicants, put into this project, and I would like to express my great appreciation. Thanks again! Sincerely, Emily Hobson, Santa Paula FFA Sincerely, Kyle Parreira, Tulare, CA

3 4 FFA Celebrates 40 Years of Women Membership The Power of Women in Agriculture Giving as One

By Andrew Walker and Dustin Petty Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, If the 33 original members of the Future Farmers of America found themselves committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever in FFA today, they would probably be surprised by what they saw. FFA members… has.” In 2009, a group of thoughtful, committed women provided leadership in skirts? For the fi rst four decades of its existence, FFA was strictly a boy’s club. to create a women’s giving circle, IMPACT FFA, to support programs through pooled resources and demonstrate the power of women coming together with When the Future Homemakers of America (FHA) formed in 1945, girls fi nally a common purpose. Like other women’s giving circles, the intent was to create had a group of their own, and there are countless stories within the FFA archives a community of well-informed women, “raise the tide” of philanthropy for the illustrating partnerships between FHA and FFA chapters. However, “separate but National FFA and to award high-impact gifts to at least one National FFA equal” rarely worked, and it was only a matter of time before women would program or project each year. get their blue corduroy. In 2009, the IMPACT FFA members reviewed seven projects and determined In 1968, a proposal was presented saying loud and clear that women should that, to honor and recognize the 40th anniversary of women membership be included in the ranks of FFA. When the motion was made to amend the in FFA and to celebrate the leadership provided by women and all of their constitution, a delegate used the parliamentary procedure technique of objecting achievements in FFA for the past four decades, it would be appropriate to to consideration of the question. Delegates became confused, sustaining the support the scholarships of the females who provided leadership for the objection, thus stopping the vote for equality. previous year, the four female national offi cers.

Those determined to bring about equality weren’t going to allow a repeat in 1969. Bob Craig, 1969-1970 Michigan FFA State President, was one of those individuals. Thank-you notes from the scholarship recipients: “If the proposal wasn’t adopted this time, state associations were talking about pulling out [of the National FFA]. Why should we be part of an organization that “You are truly changing the lives of hundreds of thousands of students across discriminated against women?” the country, and from the bottom of my heart I want to thank you for making that possible. Your support is so greatly appreciated, and we look forward to There were still those who opposed the measure, worrying that females would your continued relationship with the National FFA Organization.” cause a disruption within the organization. “When our delegates went to the convention, I told them not to vote for the girls,” said former FFA advisor Bob Hannah Crossen Stein. “I felt that the girls had a strong home economics club (FHA) and we – 2008-2009 Eastern Region Vice President had ours. I was worried about chaperoning girls on trips and how their presence would disrupt the work of the chapter.” “As I look back on my experiences as a National FFA Offi cer, above all the travel, beautiful places, life lessons, tours, speeches and workshops, what I Women were fi nally admitted by the delegates at the 1969 convention – remember and cherish most are the people. The selfl ess support from people with Bob Craig seconding the motion. I’d never met was incredible and humbling. Thank you so much for your support in our journeys as National Offi cers and as we fi nish our college One of the fi rst female leaders was Julie Smiley of the Mount Vernon FFA endeavors. My teammates and I admire you for your many accomplishments Chapter in Washington state. “I didn’t think of myself as the fi rst woman,” and your altruistic generosity.” said Smiley. “I just wanted to be good at what I did, and it was probably some Nessie Early of the most fun I ever had.” Smiley doesn’t remember much animosity toward - 2008-2009 Secretary her but acknowledges that there were those who worried this wouldn’t work and something might go wrong. But that day never came. Due to her “Contributing to someone’s education is the greatest gift you can give.” groundbreaking tenure as a national offi cer, she was offered a scholarship to Texas A&M University. “I think it would have been a challenge to have been Laila Hajji one of the original girls in FFA,” said Adrienne Boyette, 2008-2009 Florida FFA – 2008-2009 Central Region Vice President Vice President. “But the struggle made us stronger, and it’s now great to see how accepted females are in FFA.” Today, half of all leadership positions are held “Thank you so much for your generous donation. It is through wonderful by women — the same women that comprise 41 percent of the organization. supporters like you that I am able to pursue a higher education. Please continue to support FFA & ag ed and thank you for all that you do But what about those who originally opposed a feminine presence in FFA? for students!” “I can’t speak for everyone,” said Bob Stein, now enjoying retirement, “but I was Regina Holliday dead wrong. Girls have been a wonderful addition to the organization. FFA is – 2008-2009 Southern Region Vice President stronger today because of the young women in our membership.”

Apparently, this idea is recognized by others as well. During the 82nd Without generous sponsors like you, many young people including myself would not have the National FFA Convention, the U.S. Senate adopted a resolution celebrating rewarding experiences that we have had. Thank you once again for making this positive impact the 40th anniversary of women’s admittance into the FFA and their on young people that you support. contribution to the organization. Sincerely, Emily Johnson, LaRue County FFA/Kentucky Association

5 6 Help Grow Your Soup Partnership Help Grow Your Soup Partnership

When Campbell Soup Company was seeking a partner to help Recording artist Jewel served as celebrity “Help Grow Your “Where would we be without agriculture?” asked Catherine Hartz, The “Help Grow Your Soup” campaign allowed the Campbell Soup get a positive message to consumers, they immediately thought Soup” spokesperson, making television appearances, radio spots PALS Mentor and Senior at Roosevelt High School in Wyandotte. Company to engage with FFA at all levels — from elementary- of FFA. “We wanted to let our consumers know where our and numerous printed media articles. Campbell Soup used the “It’s the basis of what Michigan is about. Young kids should be school students to active FFA members to Alumni and former ingredients come from,” said John Faulkner from Campbell Soup campaign to let the world know the quality and freshness of their educated on how to plant a seed, how plants grow and what they members. Along with getting their message out to consumers, Company, “and we knew FFA was dedicated to the health and soups are directly attributable to the quality produced by those in do for our bodies and nutritional information. FFA has taught me they were also able to embrace, in a wonderful line from the prosperity of American agriculture.” These initial ideas blossomed agriculture and that FFA is raising up future leaders in the industry. to stand up and step out, and kind of make a place for myself. I FFA Creed, “the best traditions of our national life.” into a great partnership between the Campbell Soup Company can be who I am and be an educator to young people. I hope they and the National FFA Foundation was formed, and the “Help In 2009, the program evolved with the launch of the redeveloped feel proud in what they’re doing, and learn about it.”PALS mentee Faulkner said, “At Campbell Soup Company, everyone has been Grow Your Soup” campaign was launched! PALS curriculum. Campbell Soup Company, FFA and Urban Haley Elliott, a fourth-grader at James Monroe Elementary, agreed so impressed with our partners at FFA. Everyone we’ve worked Farming collaborated on the development of community gardens, with Catherine and has learned, “Healthy food keeps you in shape, with has been incredibly helpful and supportive as we’ve built this The “Help Grow Your Soup” campaign consisted of multiple allowing students from urban communities in Atlanta, Camden, gives you more energy instead of junk food. ”Michigan State program together. And then to see that cascade down to the local media and promotional avenues, as well as projects involving Chicago, Detroit and New York to learn more about where their FFA Offi cer Aaron Balowski believes the “Help Grow Your Soup” level, to the state level and to the community level is really what all of agricultural education. One component project was food comes from. campaign has been a great partnership. “The sponsors are what it’s all about.” development of the National FFA Partners in Active Learning make this work,” he said. “FFA and urban-type settings are a great (PALS) program — designed to foster relationships and “A lot of kids, believe it or not, think that the food just comes way to help education, but sponsors are what make it happen. educational moments between high school and elementary from the grocery store. The program that we’re doing now is able [Sponsors] provide the tools to take it to the next level. “ students. Other component projects included greenhouse to teach the kids where food comes from — planting the seed, construction grants and teacher recruitment initiatives — nurturing the seed — it’s amazing when kids see their seedling In the latest “Help Grow Your Soup” evolution, Campbell in partnership with the National Association of Agricultural start growing how protective they are…they’re like little plant Soup Company worked with the National FFA Alumni in the Educators (NAAE) — and barn restoration projects coordinated parents. So I think it’s going to be a real good thing for our kids,” fall of 2009 to identify iconic barns in need of restoration. Ten by the FFA Alumni Association. said Carol Resto, Instructional Aide at James Monroe Elementary barns were identifi ed as fi nalists for restoration and listed on Wyandotte, Mich., just outside of Detroit. Wyandotte Mayor helpgrowyoursoup.com. As they had done so successfully before, “The online component of helpgrowyoursoup.com was really Joseph Peterson explained: “The gardens like this that are being Campbell used the online campaign component to garner more wonderful. We asked consumers to go to the website and click done today by the kids help give them insight on the future: than 250,000 clicks as supporters voted for the fi ve winning on the red barn, and we’d make a donation on their behalf to the teaching them young, increasing their knowledge on what they barns. As a result, barns in Michigan, Maryland, Indiana and North National FFA Organization.” said Faulkner. “Very quickly, we went can do to be independent and self-suffi cient, a great asset to them Carolina are slated to be restored by volunteers — including right on past our goal, which was 250,000 clicks for $250,000 and to the future of the country. If everyone supports the youth in cadres of FFA members, Alumni and supporters — during the for the National FFA Organization.” this manner, this is going to help them prepare for the future and spring of 2010. make the world a better place to live in.”

Thank you for sponsoring the FFA convention. I am proud to be a part of the FFA and I have enjoyed my three years of participation in the program. It has helped me grow in many ways. I hope to use the knowledge I have gained from my FFA experience in my college career, working towards my fl oral certifi cate at the Santa Rosa Junior College. I am happy to be a part of such an FFA is an organization that not only teaches students leadership, but also prepares them for future careers. Thank you for sponsor- accomplished group of people, and will carry my knowledge and a sense of community through my college experience and my ing the Job Interview CDE and for everything else you do with the FFA Organization. This organization has taught me so much about career. Thank you again for your support. whom I am, my potential and my ability to succeed. I have no doubt that you will continue to serve those involved in FFA, and I look forward to expanding my involvement with FFA. Sincerely, Alyssa DeVincenzi Respectfully, Heather Harder, Colfax, WA 7 8 2009 Sponsors’ Board Chairman’s Letter 2009 Sponsors’ Board

2009 was a transformational year for the National FFA Foundation. On behalf Executive Council of the 2009 National FFA Foundation Sponsors’ Board, I extend our heartfelt Mr. Mike Eade Mr. Colin Meyers gratitude to our corporate sponsors and individual contributors, as well as Chair Executive Director, Customer Service Executive Director, U.S. Cattle Business the foundation staff. Together, we stepped up to the challenge to raise more Mr. Jeff Simmons Merial and Process Excellence than $14.55 million for the continued success of the Blue and Gold legacy. The Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. President personal drive and commitment to make this year a success was phenomenal. Mr. Kevin Eblen It was through the team’s hard work and diligence that we were able to Elanco Vice President, Sustainable Agriculture Mr. Fernando Palacios sustain the personal and professional development of young men and women Monsanto Company President from around the country, allowing them to develop valuable leadership skills Land O’Lakes Purina Feed necessary for future success. 2010 Chair Mr. Vern Hawkins Mr. Dan Florness This year our convention theme was “Lead Out Loud.” Our nation’s FFA students President, NAFTA Regions Vice President & Chief Financial Offi cer Mr. Jim Prewitt know that when they put on the blue jacket, they represent all of FFA – past, Syngenta Fastenal Chief Executive Offi cer present and future – and they do just that, they lead by example. There is a Landmark Nurseries challenge in our FFA future leaders to not only see the best in yourself and Mr. Robert Gordon others, but also to lead and to serve. With more than 500,000 FFA students in 2011 Chair Chief Executive Offi cer Mr. Doug Scott more than 7,400 chapters, our future leaders discover and build themselves Ms. Melody Alford DTN/The Progressive Farmer Group Marketing Manager, Trucks, through their agricultural education experiences that you, as a supporter, Director of Global Sourcing Utility and Commercial Vehicles made possible. They are fi nding ways to lead out loud in their communities Tractor Supply Company Mr. Russ Green Ford Motor Company today and will continue to do so. These young people will be our future President employees and leaders. The future of agriculture and our communities 2012 Chair Claas of America Inc. Mr. Richard Seif remains bright! Senior Vice President, Global Marketing Mr. John Adent The Lincoln Electric Company It has been a year of great change and excitement – within FFA, in the President and Chief Mr. Tom Holt Manager, Biology, R&D, Agricultural Products - United States and around the world. FFA students, advisors and staff will be Executive Offi cer North America Mr. Randy Smith challenged in the year ahead, but their commitment, the strength of FFA’s Lextron, Inc. programs and the support of valued sponsors and new contributors will drive BASF Vice President, Food Service our progress. Past Chair Tyson Foods, Inc. Mr. Jerry Rose Mrs. Ruth Kimmelshue During my time as a Sponsors’ Board member, I have had the remarkable Corporate Vice President President Mr. Greg Webb opportunity to work with sponsors, students and staff, all dedicated to the Cargill Cargill Salt Vice President, State Government Relations FFA experience. The students of FFA take great pride in their accomplishments Archer Daniels Midland in agricultural education and leadership. They value what FFA sponsors have Mr. John Koetz Mr. Jack V. Boyne made possible. I hope you will continue that support of this great cause. Senior Director, North America Ag Marketing Mr. Brett Whitehead Director of Communications Case IH Director, Equine & Retail Bayer CropScience Thank you again for your generous contributions to FFA. You have made a Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health positive impact on the lives of the young men and women of FFA and the Dr. Malcolm Kram future of agriculture. 2009 truly demonstrated the value, the signifi cance and Mr. James C. Collins, Jr. Senior Director, VMIPS, Professional Relations Mr. L. William York the great future of the National FFA Organization. Thank you for continuing Vice President & General Manager and Corporate Citizenship Chief Executive Offi cer to “Lead out Loud,” as we go into this new decade! DuPont Crop Protection Pfi zer AgriBank, FCB

Mr. Robert Crain Ms. Kay Kuenker Senior Vice President & Vice President, New Business Venture General Manager, North America Dow AgroSciences, LLC AGCO Corporation Jeff Simmons Mr. Elton Maddox 2009 National FFA Sponsors’ Board Chair Mr. Doug DeVries President & Chief Executive Offi cer Senior Vice President, Global Marketing Wayne Farms LLC Services, Agriculture and Turf Division Deere & Company Your support and hard work benefi t over 500,000 FFA members across the country. It was an honor to compete on the national level, and FFA has developed my leadership abilities to help Mr. Dan Duffy Mr. Joseph Metzger me succeed in the future. Thanks again for your support. Senior Director, Customer Logistics - South Area Chief Executive Offi cer Kraft Sincerely, Drew Nash, White House, TN United Country Real Estate and Auction Services

9 10 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors

Doug Scott Gold Sponsors $500,000-$999,999 Group Marketing Manager, Trucks, Utility & Commercial Vehicles Ford Motor Company CAMPBELL’S- FULL COLOR STANDARDS Platinum Sponsor 49 Cargill 61 DuPont Company, Pioneer Hi-bred 6 RFD-TV Minneapolis, MN Wilmington, DE Elkhorn, NE Ford Trucks’ relationship with FFA began in 1948 and developed into a scholarship program for FFA members in 1997. With Should be used in applications where the support of Ford dealers across the country, we will soon reach the milestone of providing $6.05 million in collegiate scholarships the overall width of the visual identifier to these deserving students. We recognize that the agricultural community contributes to F-Series’ record as America’s best–selling is 1/2 to less than 7/8. trucks for 33 years running, and we appreciate your continued support through challenging fi nancial times. Silver Sponsors $250,000-$499,999 Ford Motor Company is honored to assist FFA members as they pursue their path to leadership in business and in their communities.

Should be used in applications where Numbers indicate total years of giving the overall width of the visual identifier is 7/8 to less than 1-1/4 50 Archer Daniels Midland 2 Campbell Soup Company 66 John Deere Company Camden, NJ Moline, IL Platinum Sponsors $1,000,000 + Decatur, IL Should be used in applications where the overall width of the visual identifier is 1-1/4 to less than 2.

13 Lilly Endowment, Inc. 26 National Pork Checkoff 57 RAM Truck Indianapolis, IN Des Moines, IA Should be usedAuburn in applications Hills, MI where the overall width of the visual identifier

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The next generation of farmers will face the challenge of feeding 3 billion more inhabitants of our planet, with Human ingenuity gave rise to agriculture some 10,000 years ago, and human ingenuity is what will enable fewer natural resources available to do it. Monsanto is focused on providing innovations that help farmers produce agriculture to help meet the food and energy needs of a growing world population in this decade and beyond. and conserve more, as well as improving the lives of those who use our products. That’s why we are committed to youth in agriculture, providing scholarship and leadership opportunities to help equip the agricultural leaders of tomorrow. Through educational programs that promote continuous learning and responsible stewardship of natural resources Monsanto is proud to be the largest agricultural supporter of the National FFA Organization and to have had the opportunity and the environment, FFA instills a healthy spirit of inquiry and a passion for innovation among tomorrow’s leaders. Revised 4/10/07 to champion its efforts over the past 56 years through the many programs we support as a Platinum Sponsor. We at ADM are proud to help further that tradition through our sponsorship of National FFA Organization scholarships.

11 12 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors

5 Star Sponsors $100,000-$249,999 3 Star Sponsors $25,000-S49,999 54 BASF 4 George Fern Company 2 The Mosaic Company 51 American Farm Bureau 43 Farm Credit System 27 Intervet/Schering-Plough 55 Pfi zer Animal Health Research Triangle Park, NC Indianapolis, IN Minnetonka, MN Federation Foundation Animal Health New York, NY Washington, DC Washington, DC Roseland, NJ 58 Bayer CropScience, Bayer 62 Kraft Foods 6 Timberland PRO 19 PotashCorp 9 Arysta LifeScience North 23 Farmers Mutual Hail 62 Keystone Steel & Wire - Saskatoon, SK Animal Health, Bayer Northfi eld, IL Stratham, NH America Corporation Insurance Company Red Brand 40 Provimi North America, 57 26 Environmental Science Land O’Lakes Feed/ USDA Farm Service Agency Cary, NC of Iowa Peoria, IL Inc.-Akey, Sunglo Feeds, Washington, DC Research Triangle Park, NC Purina Mills, Land O’Lakes 46 Association of Equipment West Des Moines, IA 6 Kuhn North America & Vigortone Ag Products 13 Carhartt Foundation 9 USDA National Agricultural Manufacturers 16 Fastline Publications Brodhead, WI Lewisburg, OH Dearborn, MI St. Louis, MO Statistics Service Milwaukee, WI Buckner, KY 6 Lab-Aids, Inc. 5 Schreiber Foods 62 Case IH, New Holland, 42 Merial Washington, DC 2 Bank of the West 32 GEA WestfaliaSurge Ronkonkoma, NY Green Bay, WI Fresno, CA Naperville, IL CNH Capital Duluth, GA 9 USDA Natural Resources 5 Landmark Nurseries, Inc. 4 The Grains Foundation 26 Bunge North America 64 GM Powertrain Coppell, TX Washington, DC New Holland, PA 4 Smithfi eld Foods Conservation Service St. Louis, MO Pontiac, MI 20 Lextron Inc. 14 UPS 33 Smithfi eld, VA Washington, DC CHS Foundation 5 Claas of America Inc. 12 Hobart Welding Greeley, CO Atlanta, GA Inver Grove Heights, MN 62 5 The Lincoln Electric Company, USDA Rural Development Omaha, NE Products 30 Mitsui & Co. 5 Wahl Clipper Corporation 53 Dow AgroSciences The James F Lincoln Arc Washington, DC 48 ConAgra Foods Inc. Appleton, WI New York, NY Sterling, IL Indianapolis, IN Welding Foundation Omaha, NE 11 Husqvarna 55 Nationwide Foundation 15 Wilbur-Ellis Company 29 Elanco Cleveland, OH 19 Cub Cadet Charlotte, NC Columbus, OH Brush Prairie, WA Greenfi eld, IN Brentwood, TN 9 Indiana Soybean Alliance 44 Novartis Animal Health Indianapolis, IN US Inc. Greensboro, NC 4 Star Sponsors $50,000-$99,999 64 AGCO Corporation and AGCO 17 DTN/The Progressive Farmer - 7 STIHL Inc. Finance A Telvent Brand Virginia Beach, VA Duluth, GA Omaha, NE 64 Successful Farming - 15 American Veterinary Medical 65 Firestone Brand Ag. Tires, Agriculture Online Association Bridgestone Trust Fund Des Moines, IA Benjamin R. Alsum of Randolph, Wis., took those business skills he learned in FFA and Schaumburg, IL Des Moines, IA 34 Tyson Foods, Inc. maximized them to his best ability. So much so, that this 21-year-old doesn’t have just one area of expertise, he has three — cattle-raising, customized baling and produce. Alsum’s experience 58 9 Springdale, AR BNSF Railway Company Indiana Farm Bureau and Farm with the produce business began when he was in middle school. His family sold sweet corn, Fort Worth, TX Bureau Insurance 9 U.S. Army vegetables, pumpkins and Indian corn at various stands across central and southeast Wisconsin. 42 Briggs and Stratton Indianapolis, IN Chicago, IL In 2005, Alsum purchased 2 percent of Alsum Sweet Corn. This endeavor was made possible Corporation Foundation Inc. 4 Indiana State Department 12 USDA Risk Management through his expanding business, Ben’s Bovine Beauties. This business venture, along with a Milwaukee, WI of Agriculture Agency customized baling business, began early in Alsum’s FFA career. FFA taught him the importance of enterprises and allowed him to increase his ownership of Alsum Sweet Corn to 25 percent. 28 Crop Production Services Indianapolis, IN Washington, DC Collinsville, IL He hopes to grow it to 40 percent by the end of the year. “Much of my success should go to FFA 16 Rabo AgriFinance 47 Wrangler and the experiences I have gained from being an active member,” Alsum said. “Interacting with St. Louis, MO Greensboro, NC other FFA members and traveling to FFA events and activities have given me a diverse background in experiences, many of which relate to my SAE and its success.”

“I would like to thank the National FFA Foundation for its generous support of the American Star program as well as all FFA Melody Alford programs offered to the FFA membership across the United States. I started my FFA career at the end of Middle School and learned Director of Global Sourcing about the FFA by seeing other FFA members excel on the local, state and national levels. I decided at that young age that I wanted Tractor Supply Company to be on stage some day at the national FFA convention. As I progressed in my FFA career, I began planning for being an American Silver Sponsor Star in Agribusiness and worked tirelessly toward that goal. I run three businesses now and have increased the number of employees I have each year. FFA provided the incentives, through your support and of the many sponsors who partner with you, to make my My involvement with the National FFA Organization has been a pleasure — from serving as President of the Apollo FFA Chapter goals realistic and come true. I appreciate your support, as do the other FFA members across the United States.” in Owensboro, KY, to sitting on the National Sponsorship Board today. The strong communication and relationship-building skills I learned are vital to my role at Tractor Supply Company. TSC is proud to sponsor FFA because of the continued dedication to Ben Alsum premier leadership, personal growth and career success. It is a great way to connect with our future customers, team members and 2009 American Star in Agribusiness the unique communities we serve. FFA is important to our company and the success of the overall American landscape.

13 14 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors

2 Star Sponsors $10,000-S24,999 1 Star Sponsors $1,000-$9,999

19 Adayana Agribusiness 6 CAERT, Inc. 36 Hormel Foods 20 National FFA Alumni 4 5MetaCom 1 American Welding Society 16 BMB Rose America 2 CHS - Grand Meadow Group Danville, IL Corporation Indianapolis, IN Carmel, IN Miami, FL Wichita, KS Grand Meadows, MN Indianapolis, IN 12 Carry-On Trailer Corporation Austin, MN 10 OneAmerica Financial 10 AC Nutrition 11 Ameriprise Financial & 5 Bonide Products Inc. 5 CHS Sunfl ower 1 Ag Leader Technology Lavonia, GA 3 Ice Miller LLP Partners, Inc. Ardmore, OK AGSTAR Financial Serv ACA Oriskany, NY Grandin, ND Ames, IA 3 CEV Multimedia Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN 26 Accelerated Genetics St. Charles, MN 1 Bowie Fertilizer 17 Church & Dwight 2 AgFirst Farm Credit Bank Lubbock, TX 2 Indiana Corn Marketing 4 Organic Valley/Cropp Coop Baraboo, WI 4 Ariens Company Miller, NE Company, Inc. Columbia, SC 20 CME Group Council LaFarge, WI 2 Advantek Marketing Brillion, WI 6 Brandt Consolidated Princeton NJ 4 AgReliant Genetics Chicago, IL Indianapolis, IN 3 Outdoor Power Equipment Moorpark, CA 7 Artex Knitting Mills Springfi eld, IL 1 Clunette Elevator Westfi eld, IN 2 CoBank 43 Kent Feeds, Inc. Institute Inc. 1 Ag Tech Greenville, MI 4 Brickman Group Leesburg, IN 2 AgriBank, FCB Denver, CO Muscatine, IA Alexandria, VA Fulton, IL 1 Asmus Farm Supply Zionsville IN 8 Coastal Pet Products St. Paul, MN 4 CountryMark 10 KR Tools 21 PBI-Gordon Corporation 1 Ag Valley Coop Rake, IA 1 Brimfi eld Agri-Service Alliance, OH 13 Applied Technologies, a Div. Indianapolis, IN Oxnard, CA Kansas City, MO Edison, NE 16 Atwoods Ranch Brimfi eld, IL 12 Coca-Cola Company of Learning Labs Inc. 39 Dairy Farmers 27 Kubota Tractor Corporation 12 Rose Acre Farms Inc. 7 AgData & Home Stores 2 Burroughs Ag Service Atlanta, GA Calhoun, GA of America Inc. Torrance, CA Seymour, IN Charlotte, NC Enid, OK Toluca, IL 6 Coleman Cable, Inc. 4 Baker & Daniels Kansas City, MO 11 LA-CO Markal 12 Seneca Foods Corporation 1 Agricredit Acceptance LLC 1 Ault Seed & Supply 2 C&R Ag Supply Waukegan, IL Indianapolis, IN 7 DeBruce Grain Elk Grove Village, IL Janesville, WI Johnston, IA LaPorte, IN Fairmont, IL 6 Continental Kennel Club 18 Ball Horticultural Company Kansas City, MO 5 Lucas Oil Products Inc. 6 Spartan School 2 Agricultural Services Inc 1 Aurora Cooperative 3 California Manufacturing Co Livingston, LA West Chicago, IL 61 DeLaval Inc. Corona, CA of Aeronautics Grand Island, NE Aurora N St Louis, MO 5 Cooper Tools - Diamond Tulsa, OK 1 Barnes & Thornburg LLP Kansas City, MO 3 Mahindra 23 Agri-Sales 2 Bartha Audio Visual 1 Campos Bros Farm/ FTT Farms Apex, N Indianapolis, IN 6 Delta Consolidated - Houston, TX 12 Tarter Associates, Inc. Columbus, OH Caruthers, CA 1 Cooperative Producers Inc. Dunnville, KY 4 Beck’s Hybrids A Danaher Company 2 McDonald’s of Central Nashville, TN 1 BB&P Feed and Grain 3 Cardinal Laboratories Inc. Hastings, NE Atlanta, IN Sparks, MO Indiana 10 Tulsa Welding School 11 Agrium U. S. Inc. Winterset, IA Azusa, CA 32 Cooperative Resources Indianapolis, IN Tulsa, OK 26 Behlen Mfg. Co. 2 Duke Energy Denver, CO 8 Belstra Milling Sales 22 Casey’s General Stores, Inc. International Columbus, NE Plainfi eld, IN 21 MetLife Foundation 2 U.S. AgBank, FCB 26 Alpha Gamma Rho and Service Ankeny, IA Shawano, WI Long Island City, NY Wichita, KS DeMotte, IN 9 Berne Apparel 2 Farm Credit Bank of Texas Educational Foundation 2 Central Valley Ag 1 CropLife New Haven, IN Austin, TX 5 Midwest PMS 7 U.S. Poultry & Egg Kansas City, MO 3 BI Cooperative Washington, DC 1 Biotechnology Industry 6 Farm Credit Services Firestone, CO Association 15 American Association Indianapolis, IN Elgin, NE 2 Crystal Valley Cooperative Tucker, GA Organization of Mid-America 5 Montana Silversmiths of Equine Practitioners 17 Birdsong Peanuts 2 Central Valley Cooperative Lake Crystal, MN Washington, DC Louisville, KY Columbus, MT 20 Valspar Corporation Lexington, KY Suffolk, VA Owatonna, MN 27 CTB, Inc. (Chore-Time Brock) Minneapolis, MN 5 BKD Nonprofi t Services 54 Farm Progress Companies 16 NAPA AUTO PARTS 6 American Business Media 10 Blain’s Farm & Fleet 20 Cequent Consumer Products Milford, IN Indianapolis, IN Inc. Atlanta, GA 25 WIX Filters New York, NY Janesville, WI Solon, OH 13 Darling International St. Charles, IL Gastonia, NC 7 Boehringer Ingelheim 37 Nasco Division-Nasco 17 American Family 2 Blanchard Valley 14 Champion Laboratories Inc./ Des Moines, IA Vetmedica Inc. 4 Fastenal International Inc. Insurance Company Farmers Coop Luber-fi ner 11 Daws Manufacturing St. Joseph, MO Winona, MN Fort Atkinson, WI Madison, WI Findlay, OH Albion, IL Company 1 Brownfi eld Ag News 37 Fort Dodge Animal Health 15 National Crop Insurance 3 American Society 15 Blitz USA, Inc. 1 Chebanse Ag Service Pensacola, FL Jefferson City, MO Overland Park, KS Services of Agronomy Miami, OK Chebanse, IL 19 Dee Zee Manufacturing Co. Overland Park, KS Madison, WI 2 Browning Investments 24 Helena Chemical Company 23 Blue and Gold Sausage 25 Chief Industries, Inc. Des Moines, IA Indianapolis, IN Collierville, TN 7 American Sportworks LLC Jones, OK Grand Island NE 19 Delmar, Cengage Learning Fort Wayne, IN 41 Blue Seal Feeds, Inc. 3 Chino Fair Association Clifton Park, NY Londonderry, NH Chino, CA

Marilynn W. Paulson Public Affairs Manager Charlie O’Brien The Mosaic Company Vice President, Agriculture Services Association of Equipment Manufacturers 5 Star Sponsor 4 Star Sponsor The Mosaic Company is proud to support the National FFA as it emphasizes qualities Mosaic supports – education, leadership development, integrity and excellence. The skills developed through FFA will serve these young leaders As a manufacturing trade association, our 800+ members look to us to help identify the future workforce. Our engagement as they embark upon their careers. They can play a key role in helping Mosaic achieve its important mission – with the national FFA convention not only assured us that our industry has a lot to look forward to, but we were also impressed helping the world grow the food it needs – while improving the quality of life for millions of people around the world. with the students’ professionalism and character, and look forward to continuing our support for the FFA.

15 16 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors

1 Star Sponsors $1,000-$9,999 1 Star Sponsors $1,000-$9,999

2 Demeter LP 1 Farmers Cooperative 1 Fredericksburg Farmers 4 Harris Farms, LLC 2 JEM Farm Service 2 Mercer Landmark 6 Neogen 7 Pine Forest Lumber Company Fowler, IN Dorchester, NE COOP Nolensville, TN Swayzee, IN Celina, OH Lexington, KY Plymouth, MI 2 Diamond Pet Foods 4 Farmers Cooperative Fredericksburg, IA 48 HD Hudson Manufacturing 27 Jerome Foundation 1 Mid Iowa Cooperative 4 Noble Distributors 1 Plains Equity COOP Meta, MO Company 1 Frenchman Valley COOP Company Los Angeles, CA Beeman, IA Sac City, IA Plains, KS 38 Diamond V Mills Yale, IA Imperial, NE Chicago, IL 2 Journal Communications Inc. 4 Mid South Metal Products 1 Norder Supply Inc 14 Power Service Products Inc. Cedar Rapids, IA 1 Farmers Elevator & Exchange 1 Frontier Cooperative 2 Helena Agronomic Center Franklin, TN Collierville, TN Bruning, NE Weatherford, TX 2 Dorfman-Pacifi c Monroe City, MO Company Coldwater, OH 35 KenAG 1 Midstate Agronomy 25 Norfolk Southern Foundation 29 Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Frisco, TX 1 Farmers Elevator COOP Brainard, NE 1 Herbert Feed & Grain Ashland, OH DeSmet, SD Norfolk, VA Carlinville, IL 14 Doskocil Doon, IA 5 Garden Zone Verdigre, NE 16 KeyBank National 16 Mid-States 8 North American Salt Company 2 Prairieland Cooperative Arlington, TX 33 Farmers National Company York, PA 8 Hill’s Pet Nutrition Inc. Association Distributing Co. Overland Park, KS Hubbard, IA 4 DPI GLOBAL, dba Omaha, NE 1 George Bros. Propane Topeka, KS Boise,ID St. Paul, MN 1 Northern Partners COOP 5 Precision Products Inc. Distributors Processing Inc. 2 Farmers Union Oil Co & Fertilizer Corp 7 Hopkins Manufacturing Corp. 1 Keymar Fertilizer 21 Mid-States Wool Growers Mendota, IL Lincoln, IL Sutton, NE Porterville, CA of New Rockford Emporia, KS Keymar, MD Cooperative Association 1 Northwest Ag Supply 1 Producers COOP 2 DSE Healthcare Solutions, LLC New Rockford, ND 12 Gleason Corporation 3 Horizon Organic 21 Kikkoman Foods, Inc. Canal Winchester, OH Hartley, IA Association Girard Milwaukee, WI Edison, NJ 7 Farnam Companies Inc. Broomfi eld, CO Walworth, WI 2 Midwestern Pet Foods 6 Norwesco, Inc. Girard, KS 5 East Penn Manufacturing Co Phoenix, AZ 2 Grainco FS 2 Hyatt Regency 1 Kincannon & Reed Evansville, IN St. Bonifacius, MN 20 Professional Landcare Net- Ottawa, IL Lyon Station, PA 2 Farnhamville COOP Indianapolis Waynesboro, VA 16 Milk Products, Inc. 9 Ohio FFA Foundation work (PLN) 2 Eastern Farmers Co-op Farnhamville, IA 17 Great Plains Indianapolis, IN 6 King Kutter Chilton, WI Columbus, OH Herndon, VA Brandon, SD 9 Ferry-Morse Industries Inc. 15 Hypro Corporation Winfi eld, AL 2 Miller Transportation 4 Ohio Steel 2 Progressive Ag Center Wichita, KS 10 Eklind Tool Company Fulton, KY New Brighton, MN 18 King Ranch Inc. Louisville, KY Columbus, OH Stewartville, MN Franklin Park, IL 13 Fifth Third Bank Central 6 Great Southern Wood 20 ILC Resources Houston, TX 17 Mills Fleet Farm 5 Olds Garden Seed 12 Radio Systems 1 Eldon C Stutsman, Inc. Indiana Preserving Inc. Urbandale, IA 4 LaQuinta Appleton, WI Madison, WI Corporation Indianapolis, IN Abbeville, AL Knoxville, TN Hills, IA 6 Imperial Manufacturing Cedar Park, TX 6 MIN-AD 4 Oxford Financial Group, Ltd. 4 Energizer 1 First Rate Ag 3 Green Leaf Group 5 Legacy Manufacturing Amarillo, TX Carmel, IN 5 Ragan & Massey, Inc. Holdrege, NE Fontanet, IN Alton, IL Ponchatoula, LA Toledo, OH Marion, IA 2 Missouri Valley AG 22 Pacer Pumps Division 14 Erickson Manufacturing LTD. 1 FJ Krob & Company 2 Growmark FS 2 Indiana Pork 6 Lincoln College Rock Port, MO of ASM Industries, Inc. 16 Rain for Rent Milford, DE Marine City, MI Ely, IA Indianapolis, IN of Technology 9 National Association Lancaster, PA Bakersfi eld, CA 1 Farm Country COOP 18 Fontanelle Hybrid Seed 40 GROWMARK Inc. 5 Ingersoll-Rand Company Indianapolis, IN of Ag Educators NAAE 9 Paradise Tomato 5 Red Wing Shoe Bloomington, IL Wanamingo, MN Company Woodcliff Lake, NJ 3 Liquid Fence Company Lexington, KY Kitchens Company Fremont, NE Red Wing, MN 1 Farm Fertilizer 2 GSI 18 Irrigation Association Brodheadsville, PA 16 National Mastitis Council Louisville, KY Assumption, IL La Porte City, IA 3 Foria International Education Foundation 6 Master Lock Company Verona, WI 3 Parks Livestock 3 Reeves International, Inc. City of Industry, CA Falls Church, VA Paqannock, NJ 53 Farm Journal Media 13 GTO Inc. Oak Creek, WI 38 National Rural Electric Danville, IL Tallahassee, FL Philadelphia, PA 6 Foth Production Solutions, LLC 34 ISK Biosciences 2 Matco Tools Cooperative Association 16 Pearson Education - 2 REI Real Estate Services Green Bay, WI Arlington, VA Carmel, IN 1 Farm Service Company 1 Hamson Ag Corporation Stow, OH Prentice Hall Dahlgren, IL Painesville, OH Council Bluffs, IA 2 Franklin Electric 1 Mayfi eld Grains 11 National Wild Turkey New York, NY 6 Retail Vision Bluffton, IN Middlebury, VT 1 Farmer’s Coop Company 6 Harper Brush Works Inc. 2 Jarden Consumer Mayfi eld, KY Federation 21 Penton Media Fairfi eld, IA Edgefi eld, SC Waverly, NE Solution 1 MCB Sportswear, inc Minneapolis, MN 2 River Region Jacksonville, FL Tampa, FL 1 Nebraskaland Aviation 14 Pepsi Cola Bottling Cooperative Holdrege, NE Sleepy Eye, MN 10 McCormick Company of Eastern Oregon Kansas City, MO LaGrande, OR Don Tyson Tyson Foods, Inc. Chairman Emeritus 4 Star Sponsor Jason Karr Bank of the West My experience with FFA as a high school student in northwest Arkansas was invaluable. It gave me an excellent 3 Star Sponsor introduction to production agriculture that served me well as I joined and eventually led our family’s poultry business. While Tyson Foods has grown to become one of the largest food companies in the world, we still rely on talented, As a leading agricultural lender in the U.S. with a strong commitment to community, Bank of the West knows how important hard-working people who understand and appreciate agriculture. This is why we’re proud to support the FFA it is to invest in the agricultural leaders of the future. Educating the next generation of farmers and ranchers is critical Foundation and its programs to teach and train some of the future leaders in our industry. to their ability to compete globally and to their passion for supplying the nation’s, and the world’s, food supply.

17 18 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors

1 Star Sponsors $1,000-$9,999 Contributors $100-$999

1 Riverdale Ag Service 5 Tandy Brands Accessories Inc. 2 Truper Tools 2 Waxman Consumer Products 5 Abbott Rubber Company 2 Clip Bender 2 Fortifl ex 2 Jelly Belly Candy Co Muscoda, WI Arlington, TX Forsyth, GA Group 4 Abrasive Technologies 1 C’mere Deer 4 Fortune Products, Inc 19 Johnson and Wales University 1 Riverland FS 18 TeeJet Technologies 6 Tuff Stuff Products Bedford Heights, OH Galesburg, IL Wheaton, IL Terra Bella, CA 37 WD Hoard and Sons Company 5 Absorbent Products LTD 4 Coda Resources Ltd. 16 Fowler Post Co. Inc. 3 JW Pet Company, Inc Fort Atkinson, WI 2 Sansgaard Seed Farms, Inc 10 Teknor Apex Company 7 Tuf-Tug Products 2 Advance Drainage System 1 Concentrates Inc 5 Fundex Games, Ltd 5 Keeper Corporation Story City, IA Pawtucket, RI Moraine, OH 7 Weaver Leather 1 Agri Marketing Magazine 5 Contech Enterprises 3 Gardner Equipment Co. Inc. 2 Kennel-Aire 7 Schleich North America Inc. 13 The Andersons 12 Tyrholm Big R Stores Mt Hope, OH 1 3 2 Ottawa, ON Maumee, OH Klamath Falls, OR 13 Wells Fargo Agriculture Future of America Cowboy Magic Generac Power Systems 6 Kiesel Enterprises Inc. Fresno, CA 21 16 5 21 Schumacher Electric 1 The C.H. Hanson Company 6 U.S. Whip, Inc. Ambraco Inc. Cross Manufacturing Inc. Geotek Inc. 1 Killaloe Wood Products Corporation Naperville, IL Miami, OK 1 Wells Flying Service 7 American Assoc. of Voc. 2 Cruzan’s Truck Service, Inc. 5 Giddyap Girls Biscuits 1 Kirkwood Industries, Inc Mt. Prospect, IL 13 The Dize Company 25 Union Tools Holdrege, NE Instructional Materials 2 CZ Engineering 2 Good Earth Agri-Products Co 6 Scott Pet Products Winston Salem, NC Columbus, OH 8 West Chester 9 KL Industries 1 Annin & Company Rockville, IN 1 Dairy Specialists, LLC 5 Greenscapes Home & 1 The Hartz Mountain 17 United Dairymen Holdings Inc 4 Knaack Manufacturing Owings Mills, MD 20 Apache Hose and Belting Inc. Garden Products 1 Security Seed & Chemical Corporation of Idaho 6 Dallas Manufacturing Co. Company Clarksville, TN Franklin, TN Boise, ID 5 2 Westinghouse/Angelo 1 Arcoa Industries, LLC 3 Dan Dee International Gulfstream Home & Garden Bulverde, TX 6 Kolpin Outdoor 2 Senesac Inc 11 The Morning Star Company 20 United States Stove Company 11 1 Ardisam Inc. 17 Hamer Pellet Fuel Company Oherbein, IN Woodland, CA South Pittsburg, TN 6 Westway Feed Products Inc. Dutton-Lainson Company 2 Land Pro LLC 2 Tomball, TX 3 Baja Motorsports 2 Heart of Iowa Cooperative 2 Sharp Business Systems 11 The Original Muck Boot 25 Virgil Eihusen Foundation Earth-Kind, Inc. 1 Lexington Paint & Supply 2 Indianapolis, IN Company Brand Grand Island, NE 1 White Front Feed & Seed 6 BCS International 2 Ed Hume Seeds Inc. Heath Outdoor Products 9 Lignetics of Idaho 2 Rock Island, IL 9 Cascade, IA 8 Shelter Logic Virginia Polytechnic, Ag & 2 Bergan LLC 1 Empresas Del Bosque, Inc Herschel-Adams Corporation Watertown, CT 18 Theisen Supply Inc. Extension Education 1 Wiles Brothers Fertilizer Inc. (Alamo Group) 8 Lincoln County Farm Center Inc. 7 Dubuque, IA Blacksburg, VA Plattsmouth, NE Blackmount Equipment Inc. 1 Enreco/Omega Fields 4 Slime/Access Marketing 20 Hi-Lift Jack Company 34 LiphaTech Inc. Grover Beach, CA 1 Three Rivers FS 1 W.S. Ag Center 6 Wilmar Corporation 4 Bomac Vets Plus Inc. 1 Epona Ltd Earlville, IA Darlington, WI Tukwila, WA 1 Holston HS-FFA 1 Liquid Nails 3 Southern States Co-op 1 Border Trader Industries Inc. 2 Equustock LLC Richmond, VA 1 Tointon Family Foundation 2 Wabash Valley Service Co 9 Wolverine Worldwide 3 Honeywell/Prestone 2 Lodge Manufacturing 1 BoviDr Laboratories, Inc. 1 Greeley, CO Grayville, IL Rockford, MI Ethical Products, Inc. Products Corp 23 Special Products Company 9 Low Country Wood Golden, CO 3 Cannon Safe 3 Excelda Mfg. 1 Top Hat Aerial 21 Walls Industries Inc & Liberty 20 Woodstream Corporation 3 Hunter’s Specialties Preserving 10 Sperian Protection Benkelman, NE Rugged Outdoor Wear Lititz, PA 11 Carlisle Tire and Wheel Co. 6 Exide Technologies 6 Idea Factory, Inc. 11 MacKay and Company Smithfi eld, RI 1 Cleburne, TX 2 Toys South Inc WTF Wholesale 1 Carpinito Brothers, Inc 6 Farm Innovators 1 5 Brentwood, TN 9 Ward’s Natural Science Suppliers Corp Imperial Toy LLC 1 MainSource Financial Company Sport Graphics, Inc. 1 Rochester, NY South Daytona, FL Cashel, Inc 4 Farmstead Products Indianapolis, IN 2 Tree House Kids, Inc. 6 Indera Mills Company 1 Mammoth Pet Products 5 3 Corona, CA 2 Warner Fertilizer 7 Wyotech-Wyoming Castle Plastics, Inc 14 Farrier Product Distribution Inc. Stanley Works 2 Somerset, KY Instant Heat Wood Pellets 11 Manchester Tank and New Britain, CT 1 Tri Rotor Crop Service Technical Institute 5 Cedar Works 5 Fiebing Company Inc. Laramie, WY 9 Equipment Company 1 Strategic Research Initiatives Ulysses, KS 16 Warren Distribution Instructional Materials 1 Central Garden and Pet Supply 32 First National Bank LLC 2 Triangle Ag LLC Omaha, NE 23 Y-Tex Corporation Laboratory University of M 17 Manna Pro Corp Cody, WY 2 Champlain Valley Dairy Eq. of Hutchinson Queen Creek, AZ Ulen, MN 1 Watertown COOP 3 Iowa Export Import 4 Mark Feldstein & Associates 10 1 1 Watertown, SD 7 Zareba Systems 5 Chicago Heights Steel Fortex Industries Inc. Superior Deshler Inc. Trotter Inc. 3 J Terence Thompson Inc 6 Superior, NE Arcadia, NE Minneapolis, MN Master Magnetics, Inc.

Helen Cox Jill Leitzen Marketing Manager, North America Director of Human Resources Animal Products Division Kuhn North America, Inc. Wahl Clipper Corporation 3 Star Sponsor 3 Star Sponsor Amazing results happen when two organizations who are leaders in their fi elds unite! FFA and Kuhn North America have partnered Wahl Clipper Corporation is proud to be a sponsor of FFA, an organization exemplifying values and traditions very much like for the past fi ve years to support the development of premier leadership, personal growth, and career success of our nation’s future our own: commitment, integrity, leadership, innovation, teamwork, global perspective and service. For Wahl Clipper Corporation agricultural leaders through the sponsorship of career development events at the high school and collegiate levels. Add the intense and the FFA, over nine decades of experience provides a foundation and creates opportunities for generations to come by passion for agriculture they exhibit, and these students are ready to hit the ground running early in their careers. As a result, Kuhn “Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve.” Congratulations FFA! Keep up the good work! North America is pleased to continue its support of National FFA and the development of future leaders in agriculture.

19 20 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors

Contributors $100-$999 Ford Scholarship Participating Dealers

3 21 2 1 Aberle Ford, Inc. Bluebonnet Motors Inc. Champion Ford - Katy DeSoto Auto Mall MBI Publishing Co. Osmundson Manufacturing Royal Brass & Hose Target Applications Sabetha, KS New Braunfels, TX Katy, TX Arcadia, FL Company 30 McCormick Farms 1 Royal Mats 2 Terro Alan Jay Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Bob Allen Ford Chenoweth Ford Lincoln Mercury Dick Edwards Auto Plaza Sebring, FL Overland Park, KS Clarksburg, WV Junction City, KS 2 Packaging Service Co. 2 McDaniel Trading, Inc. 22 Samuelson Associates Inc 21 The Fox Foundation Alexander Ford Lincoln Mercury Bob Poynter Ford, Inc. Chuck Brown Ford Dick Edwards Ford Lincoln 5 Paramount Apparel Murfreesboro, TN Seymour, IN Schulenburg, TX Mercury, Inc. 3 McNaughton, Inc. 2 San Marco International 4 The Pond Guy Inc Allison Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Bob Swope Ford Inc. Chuck Colvin Auto Center Manhattan, KS 26 Morrilton, AR Elizabethtown, KY McMinnville, OR 2 Parker-Hannifi n Foundation DBA Gem-Dandy 7 Diffee Ford Lincoln Mercury M-D Building Products Tingley Rubber Corp. Ancira Eagle Pass Ford Mercury Bob Tomes Ford Lincoln Mercury Clemons Ford Lincoln Mercury El Reno, OK 7 Peg Perego 39 Scotts Company Eagle Pass, TX McKinney, TX Ottumwa, IA 6 MDI Products, Inc. 1 TLC Premium Bedding, Inc. Doenges Ford Ancira Ford Mercury Bob Utter Ford Lincoln Mercury Cole Ford Sales Inc. Bartlesville, OK 2 Performance Seed 4 Shapley’s 15 MDL Sweet Apple Inc. 2 Tulsa New Holland Floresville, TX Sherman, TX Hillsboro, TX Don Chalmers Ford 13 PH White Company 1 Sierra Middle School Anderson Ford-Mercury Texas Boeckman Ford Inc. Columbine Ford Rio Rancho, NM 2 Mears Fertilizer Inc. 2 Turtle Creek Farm, Inc. Cleveland, TX Kingfi sher, OK Rifl e, CO Don Gasgarth’s Charlotte 6 2 Appel Ford-Mercury Inc. Boggus Harlingen Ford Conway Ford Inc. 14 Pinnacle Products International Signature Products Group SPG 46 County Ford Medart Inc. Venard Films Ltd - Brenham, TX Harlingen, TX Conway, SC Port Charlotte, FL 2 Polytuf Brands, Inc. 14 Simpson Dura-Vent Farm Film Foundation Archie Cochrane Motors Bonner Springs Ford Cook County Ford Inc. 2 Med-Pharmex Animal Health Don Hinds Ford Company Inc. Billings, MT Bonner Springs, KS Adel, GA Fishers, IN 2 Port-A-Cool 5 Ventamatic Ltd. 1 Mendota HS-FFA Autoway Ford Boss Motors, Inc. Corning Ford-Mercury Drew Ford 11 SMV Industries Inc. St. Petersburg, FL Marysville, KS Corning, CA 16 Power Systems 1 Virbac Corp. La Mesa, CA 4 Mercer Milling Co. Bankston Ford of Fort Worth Boyd County Ford Inc. Country Ford Mercury 1 Solar Group, Inc Dunn Ford Company 2 PPS Packaging Co, Inc. 2 Voorhies Outdoor Products Ft. Worth, TX Ashland, KY Guthrie, OK Stigler, OK 3 Meteor/Div of M Group, Inc Barber Brothers Ford Cox Motor Co., Inc. 2 Solo, Inc. Brown Ford Dunn-Benson Ford 2 Preferred Power 3 W L Hamilton Morgan, UT Cordell, OK Pleasanton, KS Dunn, NC 10 MGM and Associates Inc. 2 Somerset Pellet Fuel Barber-Dyson Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Bryan Ford Lincoln Mercury Cox Motors Wisconsin Ed Kenley Ford 2 Quality Rubber Resources 5 Ware Manufacturing Elk City, OK Bryan, OH New Richmond, WI 5 Michigan Industrial Tools Layton, UT 36 South Carolina Farm Bureau Barnes Baker Automotive Group Buckeye Ford Craig Ford Mercury 5 Quayside Publishing Group 31 Weasler Engineering Ed Wittmeier Ford Lincoln Mercury 30 Milk Specialties Company Federation Incorporated Trenton, MO London, OH Craig, CO Chico, CA Bartow Ford Co. Crandall Ford Mercury 13 Radio Engineering 15 Wedge-Loc Co. Inc. Buckeye Ford Lincoln Mercury Eddie Gilstrap Motors Inc. 5 Motomco Ltd. 1 South Sumter HS Sr FFA Bartow, FL of Sidney Park City, UT Salem, IN Industries Inc. 3 We-Mac Manufacturing Co Beckman Ford Sidney, OH Crow-Moddie Ford Eddie Yaklin Ford Lincoln Mercury 5 Mt. Healthy Hatcheries, Inc. 2 Southern Shavings Garnett, KS Burlington, KS 8 RB Rubber Products Inc. Bud Cross Ford Kingsville, TX 1 Western HS FFA Beckman Ford Caldwell, TX Dan Brenner Ford Mercury, Inc. 2 National FFA - Living to Serve 3 Sparboe Farms Inc Elliott Ford Lincoln Mercury 2 RC2 Garnett, KS Burtis Motor Co. Inc. Goodland, KS Mount Pleasant, TX 2 Whitesel Brothers Inc. Bell Ford Danny Zeck Ford Lincoln 1 Nelson Products Co. 12 Spectrum Corporation Garden City, KS Five Star Ford 5 RCO, Incorporated Phoenix, AZ Mercury, Inc. North Richland Hills, TX 1 Wire Products Buster Miles Ford Mercury 2 New Farm Products 22 Stanley Muffl er Company Inc. Beloit Auto & Truck Plaza Hefl in, AL Leavenworth, KS Five Star Ford Washington 1 Ridley Speciality Products Beloit, KS 7 WoodLink Cambridge Classic Ford David Self Ford-L-M-Orange TX Aberdeen, WA 1 Northwest Farm Credit Services 10 Stearn’s Packaging Corp Bill Grant Ford Mercury Cambridge, OH 2 Riley Brothers Farms Orange, TX Ford-Lincoln-Mercury of Toccoa 6 Worksaver Inc. Bolivar, MO Canby Ford Toccoa, GA 1 Nutri-Vet, LLC 6 Stokes Ladders Davis Motors 2 Rocky Mountain Pellet Bill Jarrett Ford-Mercury Inc. Canby, OR Syracuse, KS Foss Motor Co., 1 World Gen LLC Avon Park, FL Liberal, KS 15 Oklahoma Steel and Wire Company 1 Straub International Caraway Ford De Pratu Ford VW Bill Knight Auto Group Nixon, TX Whitefi sh, MT Foster Ford 24 World Wide Sires Inc. Tulsa, OK Company 15 Roebic Laboratories 14 Summit Brands Carroll Halliday Ford-Lincoln- Dean Arbour Ford Lincoln Mercury Holton, KS Bill McRae Ford 15 1 Mercury Inc. Alpena, MI Freedom Ford - AZ Oregon Cutting System 2 1 Wrap-On Company Inc Jacksonville, TX Ronson Consumer Sun Country Seeds Washington C.H., OH Del Rio Ford Lincoln Mercury LTD Thatcher, AZ 1 Oskaloosa HS FFA Products Corp. 33 XF ENTERPRISES INC Billingsley Ford Ardmore Del Rio, TX Friendly Ford of Crosby 8 Sunnyside Corporation Ardmore, OK Carson Ford Inc. Carthage, IL Delissa Ford Crosby, TX 1 Rosebud Horsebedding Billingsley Ford Lawton Meade, KS 6 T.R. Metal Crafters Inc. Lawton, OK Cavenaugh Ford Lincoln Mercury Walnut Ridge, AR Dempewolf Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Blake Utter Ford Henderson, KY Denison, TX

Beth Bechdol Robert G. Eihusen Director of Agribusiness Strategies President/CEO Ice Miller LLP Chief Industries, Inc. 2 Star Sponsor 1 Star Sponsor The law fi rm of Ice Miller is proud to support the FFA Foundation in its mission to make a positive difference in the lives FFA students bring strength and leadership to the agricultural fi eld, the backbone of the U.S. economy. For this of students. The excellent programming provided by FFA serves to educate today’s youth and to cultivate the next generation reason, Chief Industries, Inc. has sponsored the FFA scholarship program for 25 years. We believe these same students will of leaders. Those who now proudly wear the blue corduroy jacket will soon contribute to the innovations and policies that will become future employees and customers of Chief, and leaders in agriculture. The students of FFA form a strong foundation create the world’s new sources of food, improve human health, protect our environment and expand our energy supplies. of future leaders with values and a work ethic that makes Chief proud. Their motto, “Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, We applaud your efforts and encourage you to strive for the best, “in the promise of better days through better ways.” Earning to Live, Living to Serve,” shows a commitment to creating strong citizens of this great nation.

21 22 Corporate Sponsors Corporate Sponsors Ford Scholarship Participating Dealers Ford Scholarship Participating Dealers Glenn Jones Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Immel Motors Pleasanton, TX Manley Motor Sales Olathe Ford Sales Russell and Smith Ford Swart-Park Motors, Inc. Whiteface Ford Casa Grande, AZ Fredricksburg, TX Kinsel’s Live Oak Motors, Inc. Belvidere, IL Olathe, KS Houston, TX Oakley, KS Hereford, TX Glenn Polk Ford-Mercury Inskeep Ford-Mercury Three Rivers, TX Marc Heitz Ford Oliver Ford Rusty Eck Ford Sykora Family Ford Wichita Falls Ford Lincoln Gainesville, TX Greenfi eld, IN Kline Motors, Inc. Norman, OK Plymouth, IN Wichita, KS West, TX Mercury Inc. Gordie Boucher Ford Lincoln Ivey Motor Company, Inc. Winfi eld, KS Marmie Ford, Inc. Oroville Ford Lincoln Mercury Sahara Motors Thoroughbred Ford Wichita Falls, TX Mercury Robert Lee, TX Knapp Ford Great Bend, KS Oroville, CA Delta, UT Kansas City, MO Womack Sunshine Ford Mercury Janesville, WI Jack Bowker Ford Lincoln Mercury Adrian, MI Marshall Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Paul Obaugh Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Salmon River Motors Thunder Basin Ford, LLC Concordia, KS Grande Ford Truck Sales Ponca City, OK Koehn Motors, Inc. Marshall, TX Staunton, VA Salmon, ID Gillette, WY Woodhouse Ford San Antonio, TX Jack Garrett Ford Wellington, KS Max Motors II Pittsburg Ford-Mercury Sam Pack’s Five Star Ford Tillamook Motor Company Blair, NE Green Ford Spencer, WV Labrum Ford, Inc. Butler, MO Pittsburg, KS Carrollton, TX Tillamook, OR Yost Ford Mercury Abilene, KS Jack Kissee Ford Heber City, UT McKay Ford Plaza Ford Inc. Schoenhard Ford Tim Mooney Inc. St. Francis, KS Griffi th Ford Mercury Claremore, OK Lafayette Ford Woodward, OK Bel Air, MD Huron, SD Tuscola, IL Zink Motor Company Inc. Seguin, TX James Hodge Ford Idabel Fayetteville, NC McKie Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Quality Motors, Inc. Seminole Ford-Mercury, Inc. Tipton Ford Inc. Appleton City, MO Griffi th Ford Mercury San Marc Idabel, OK Laird Noller Automotive Rapid City, SD Independence, KS Seminole, OK Nacogdoches, TX San Marcos, TX James Hodge Ford Lincoln Lawrence, KS McRee Ford Raabe Motor Sales, Inc. Seth Wadley Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Tipton Ford Mercury, Inc. Gullo Ford-Mercury of Conroe Mercury, Inc. Langford Ford Inc. Dickinson, TX Delphos, OH Pauls Valley, OK Tipton, IN Conroe, TX Muskogee, OK LaBelle, FL Mel Hambelton Ford Inc. Ralph Baird Motors Sewell Ford Tri-County Ford Texas Haag Ford Jarrett Scott Ford Lanterman Motors, Inc. Wichita, KS Larned, KS Odessa, TX Mabank, TX Lawrenceburg, IN Plant City, FL Pratt, KS Merle Kelly Ford, Inc. Ralph Baird Motors Shepherd Team Auto Plaza Tubbs & Sons Ford Sales Inc. Hagerstown Ford Jarrett-Gordon Ford Larry Allen Motor Car Co. Chanute, KS Larned, KS Fort Scott, KS Colby, KS Hagerstown, MD Davenport, FL Parsons, KS Michael Motor Co., Inc. Red River Ford Lincoln Mercury Silsbee Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Twin Motors Ford, Inc. Hanson Ford-Mercury Jennings Anderson Ford Larry Slack Ford-Mercury Gassaway, WV Durant, OK Silsbee, TX Iola, KS Clay Center, KS Boerne, TX Bowie, TX Middlekauff Ford Lincoln Reedy Ford Sioux Falls Ford Varsity Ford Harlan Motor Company Jim Bass Ford Lee Sapp Ford-Mercury Arkansas City, KS Sioux Falls, SD College Station, TX Ashland, NE & Mercury Okmulgee, OK San Angelo, TX Twin Falls, ID Ricart Ford Sloan Ford Von Dohlen Motor Co. Harris Ford Jimmy Michel Motors Inc. Legacy Ford Lincoln Mercury Columbus. OH Columbia, TN Goliad, TX Rosenburg, TX Midway Motors Supercenter Newport, AR Aurora, MO McPherson, KS Rick Honeyman Ford & Mercury Smith South Plains Ford Wallwork Truck Center Inc. Helfman Ford Joe Cooper Ford of Yukon Legacy Ford Lincoln Mercury, Inc. Seneca KS Levelland, TX Fargo, ND LaGrande, OR Midwest Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Houston, TX Yukon, OK Hutchinson, KS Riley Ford Mercury Spikes Ford Way Brothers Automotive Hellman Motors Joe Machens Ford Lewis Ford Lincoln Mercury of Hays Ulysses, KS Mission, TX Hawkinsville, GA Hays, KS Mike Carpino Ford Mercury, Inc Delta, CO Columbia, MO Columbus, KS River Bend Ford Spradley Barr Motors Inc. Wendel Motor Company Hemborg Ford John North Ford, Inc. Lloyd Ford Bainbridge, GA Cheyenne, WY Yoakum, TX Itasca. TX Mike Kehoe Ford Norco, CA Emporia, KS Jefferson City, MO Robert Hutson Ford Lincoln Stan Boos Auto Sales Inc. West Branch Ford Henson Ford Johnson Brothers Ford, Lincoln, Lockhart Motor Company, Inc. Mercury Hiawatha, KS West Branch, IA Lockhart, TX Mills Ford of Willmar Madisonville, TX Mercury Willmar, MN Moultrie, GA Statewide Ford Lincoln-Mercury West Texas Ford Hergert Ford Temple, TX Long McArthur Rochester Ford Lincoln Mercury Van Wert, OH Anson, TX Salina, KS Mills Motor, Inc. Perryton, TX Keesee Motor Company Baxter, MN Rochester, IN Steven Ford Mercury Westlie Motors Ford -Lincoln - Heritage Ford Cortez, CO Louisburg Ford Sales Inc. Rogers Ford c/o Hancock Group Augusta, KS Mercury Louisburg, KS Moore Motor Sales Weatherford, OK Keller Ford Caro, MI Midland, TX Stuart Powell Ford Minot, ND Hill Automotive Grand Rapids, MI Lubbers Brothers Ford-Mercury Ruidoso Ford-Lincoln-Mercury Danville, KY White Ford Company Cheney, KS Moser Motor Sales Inc. Portage, WI Kenly Ford Berne, IN Ruidoso, NM Susanville Ford Chiefl and, FL Hill Country Ford Kenly, NC Lucas Motor Company Susanville, CA Lucas, KS Mouw Motor Company Inc. Goldthwaite, TX Kidd Ford Sioux Center, IA Hillsboro Ford Mercury Morrison, TN Lumberton Ford New Country Ford Lincoln- Hillsboro, KS Kightlinger Motors Inc. Lumberton, NC Career Pathway Sponsors Mac Haik Ford Mercury, Inc. Hinchey Ford, Inc. Coudersport, PA Durango, CO Guymon, OK Kilgore Ford, Inc. Houston, TX Briggs and Stratton Corporation Farm Progress Companies Inc. Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc. Mac Haik Ford Lincoln Mercury Newberry Family Motors, LLC Foundation Inc. Agribusiness Systems Food Systems Hoffpauir Ford Mercury Kilgore, TX Kingman, KS Lampasas, TX Georgetown, TX Technical Systems Kinsel Ford North Point Ford Hunt Ford Beaumont, TX Mac Haik’s Southway Ford Horizon Organic San Antonio, TX Pryor, OK Franklin, KY Kinsel Ford Mercury, Inc. Brownfi eld Ag News Food Systems Agribusiness Systems

Jeff Blocher Brand Manager WIX Filters Joe Pedretti Farmer Outreach Manager 2 Star Sponsor Organic Valley/Organic Prairie/CROPP Cooperative WIX Filters, a member of the Affi nia Group family of brands, has supported the FFA for 25 years because we believe in 2 Star Sponsor supporting students who display excellence in the classroom and their communities as they pursue their diplomas. As an innovator in fi ltration for 70 years with roots in the farming industry, WIX admires the mission of the FFA to prepare future On behalf of the farmers and employees of our cooperative, I would like to thank the National FFA Foundation and everyone leaders for careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. All of the support provided to the FFA by WIX is made involved with FFA for helping us develop this valuable new partnership. It is with great satisfaction that we support an possible through our strong partnerships with parts stores, local agribusinesses, shops and individuals who purchase WIX Filters. organization that is doing so much to develop not only the next generation of farmers, but also leaders in all walks of life.

23 24 Forever Blue Individual Giving Council Chairman’s Letter

Forever Blue represents all who wish to make a signifi cant impact in FFA member’s lives and specifi cally value the hopeful spirit, generosity, Individual Giving Council Chairman’s Letter enthusiasm and high ideals embodied by FFA programs. It also represents the common connection among the thousands of people who recognize Dear Friends: the necessity of FFA and agricultural education in strengthening people, communities and the agricultural industry. It is refreshing and inspiring to see young people preparing not only for career success, but also to lead their peers through service. FFA members are more than students interested in agriculture and agribusiness. They are some of the brightest, most motivated In 1979, Mr. Lawrence L. Augenstein demonstrated his leadership by recording young people in America. This encouraged me to serve as chairman of the National FFA Foundation’s Individual Giving Council. the fi rst planned gift made to FFA. How appropriate that this fi rst gift came I believe this is what inspired the more than 1,300 individuals recognized here. I want to personally thank you for helping to make from a member of the fi rst National FFA Offi cer team. Larry designated FFA a difference in the lives of young ag leaders. FFA members will be the future leaders of our businesses and our communities. as the recipient of his life insurance policy. Larry was a humble man and made the gift in memory of his father, Robert William Augenstein. Since then, many Thank you. have made gifts or established endowments as a way to honor or remember those who are close to them. During the 82nd FFA National Convention, students were encouraged to Lead Out Loud. The support that individual donors and sponsors gave to FFA sets an example of just what that means in everyday life. Those who provide time, talent and treasure impact the lives of future leaders who, in turn, will provide that leadership for the next generation. You have helped to develop tomorrow’s At the 82nd National FFA Convention, the Forever Blue Circle was unveiled leaders by the leadership you demonstrated through your contributions. to recognize the friends of FFA who know the positive impact FFA makes in the lives of students and who have demonstrated their leadership by You have also committed to the promise, spirit and success of the students of today and the leaders of tomorrow. Even though it was making an investment through an estate or planned gift or by creating an a challenging year for many, FFA has remained strong because of your generous contributions. In hard times, it feels especially good endowment. Members were invited to celebrate in Indianapolis at a special to touch a life. event that provided an opportunity to say “thank you.” Franci Phelan of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation was the guest speaker and discussed the I am proud to have been the fi rst chairman of the Individual Giving Council, and I want to thank the dedicated members of the Gates Foundation philosophy that all lives have equal value and therefore council and the staff for the work they have done that allows all of us to celebrate a great year. As the students take great pride in their goal is to help all people have the opportunity to lead healthy, their leadership and agricultural accomplishments, let us remember that we have all invested in the future through our support. I productive lives. Her inspiring presentation was followed by recognition trust that you will continue to touch the lives of young leaders served by FFA. of the charter members of the Forever Blue Circle. Sincerely, The National FFA Foundation is thankful for the many generous gifts from friends who have helped in the past, infl uenced the present and enhanced the future. These leaders share the Foundation’s continuing desire and determination to provide premier leadership, personal growth and career A. Charles Fischer success for our children and grandchildren. The Foundation is committed 2009 Chairman to securing the sources of support in the years to come. Individual Giving Council Please consider joining the Forever Blue Circle by making provisions for FFA through a deferred gift or by establishing an endowment.

Mr. A. Charles Fischer Mr. Michael Jackson Mr. Mark Timm 2007 - 2009 Chair President & Chief Executive Offi cer President Agribusiness Consultant Adayana Cottage Garden Collections

Mr. Bill Fleet Mr. Paul Mulhollem Agribusiness Consultant Chief Executive Offi cer (Retired) Archer Daniels Midland

I would like to sincerely thank you for your support to the FFA. I also want to thank you for your sponsoring of the agricultural services award. The FFA teaches kids the value of leadership, personal growth and development. You can be sure that your support and time is going to a I am so honored to be selected as a fi nalist, and your generous donation to this program is beyond kind! It is groups like yours that good organization. I again want to personally thank you for your sponsorship. Thank you! inspire students to greatness! Sincerely, Dustin Stanton Thanks again, Hanna Muller

25 26 Individual Donors Individual Donors

President’s Circle $50,000-$99,999 Golden Eagle Circle $25,000-$49,999 Rising Sun Circle $1,000-$2,499

6 Individual Combined 7 4 Julie and David Adams 6 Jennifer and Stephen Dailey 10 Richard and Kathleen Jones Paul and Valerie Mulhollem Brownsburg, IN Cottage Grove, MN Loudonville, NY Federal Campaign Cravens Foundation 1 John Adent 4 Roberta Donahue and Jim Wold * 26 Kevin Keith Carlisle, KY Greeley, CO Indianapolis, IN Harrisburg, PA 3 Melody and John Alford * 28 Joseph and Sherry Downey 2 Kelly Keithly Nashville, TN Manhattan, KS $10,000-$24,999 2 Ruth Kimmelshue * Blue and Gold Circle 3 Ted Anderson 4 Howard and Nancy Downing Wayzatz, MN Ault, CO Nicholasville, KY 18 William and Lillian Kirk 3 Family Foundation 2 Corn Products Employees 6 Donors Anonymous 1 Richard Durrant Naples, FL Meridian, ID of Steve Hageman Bedford Park, IL 3 Scarlett and John Atkins 2 Malcolm Kram and Mark Zwanger Wilmington, DE Woodbury, MN 7 Michael and Wilda Eade Betterton, MD Suwanee, GA 3 Maynard Augst 2 Kay Kuenker Montgomery, MN 1 Jason Fogden Indianapolis, IN Greensboro, NC 10 Wayne and Sandra Beck 1 Milton Luckstead 5 $5,000-$9,999 Centennial, WY Scott Fredericksen Martelle, IA Gold Standards Circle Forsyth, IL 8 Brett and Katherine Begemann 5 Bruce and Martha Maloch 4 3 4 Wildwood, MO Hugh and Janice Grant Magnolia, AR Robert and Brenda Gordon Jeffrey and Annette Simmons St Louis, MO Minneapolis, MN Carmel, IN 14 William and Deborah Boehm 9 H.J. Markley Kewaunee, WI 4 Russ and Katy Green Bettendorf, IA 8 14 Omaha, NE John and Amy Rakestraw Mark and Angela Timm 12 James Borel 26 David and Linda Maurer Longmont, CO Bainbridge, IN West Chester, PA 12 Larry and Sue Gundrum Carmel, IN Libertyville, IL 10 Joseph and Robin Bothe 15 Tammy Meyer * DeKalb, IL 14 W. Eugene and Jeanine Hansen Lincoln, NE Salt Lake City, UT 4 Devry Boughner * 7 Elin and Bill Miller 6 $2,500-$4,999 Washington, DC Thomas and Mary Hedge Umpqua, OR Blue Jackets Circle Libertyville, IL 2 Jack Boyne 2 Rik Miller 10 16 6 Research Triangle Park, NC 4 Mike and Raylee Honeycutt Lincoln University, PA Dwight and Judy Armstrong A. Charles and Wendy Fischer Jerry and Gloria Rose Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Austin, TX Eden Prairie, MN 12 Gerald and Michele Brase 8 Michael and Martha Munch College Grove, TN 19 Will R. and Connie Hubbard Greenville, MI 25 Larry and Joy Case 12 Hadley & Helen Hill Fund 11 Jerry Steiner Tioga, TX 4 Steve and Rhonda Brown 1 Don and Kathy Olson Fredericksburg, VA Wildwood, MO 2 Vern and Deana Hawkins Alexandria, VA 2 Corey and Sonja Huck Minneapolis, MN Westfi eld, IN 13 Douglas and Cathy DeVries Greensboro, NC 2 United Way of Central 5 James and Tina Collins 2 Fernando Palacios 6 Bettendorf, IA 4 Indiana Individuals West Chester, PA James and Anita Jenkins St Paul, MN Joe and Kristi Metzger Midland, MI Lindenhurst, IL Indianapolis, IN 3 Gene and Jean Cravens 5 Fred and Phyllis Palmer Lexington, KY 7 John and Shirley Johnson Avon, IN Mahtomedi, MN

Entrepreneurship is the aspect of FFA that always intrigued Slade Don Nightengale of Cordell, *Member of the IMPACT FFA Giving Circle Okla. In fact, at the young age of 8, he had begun his own stocker cattle operation with the money he earned from driving a tractor. When Slade fi rst enrolled in agricultural education classes, he had an operation with 22 head of cattle — an inventory that he knew he wanted to grow. He was able to secure funding and soon purchased 128 head of cattle. He then rented 160 acres of land from a local landowner, with 45 acres of cropland and 115 acres of native grass pasture. Utilizing some Robert Gordon of his father’s equipment in exchange for labor, he was able to plant the cropland. Today, he has 450 Chairman acres of planted wheat, 478 head of cattle and a lease for 1,000 acres of grass. Telvent DTN Gold Standards Circle “I didn’t know what to expect when I enrolled in agricultural education classes in 8th grade,” Nightengale said. “Completing fi ve years of high school agricultural education, being involved in FFA After meeting FFA student members, I was impressed by what a positive difference the FFA makes in the lives and having a supervised agricultural experience program taught me many valuable lessons. Production of so many young people. Through its leadership and education programs and incorporating practical agriculture requires record keeping, marketing and fi nancial skills. My agricultural education classes agricultural experiences, the FFA is helping to create confi dent, centered young people who will make and FFA have helped me develop these skills to prepare me for my career in production agriculture.” a difference. Supporting the FFA is one of the best investments one can make in the future of America.

27 28 Individual Donors Individual Donors

Rising Sun Circle $1,000-$2,499 Advisor Circle $500-$999

1 James and Sherri Peters 4 Dick and Carol Seif 1 Alexander and Diane Truszkowski 22 Patty Jo and Neil Christenson 10 Thomas Kapostasy and Suzanne Maki 5 Kathleen and Pat Rupp Family Holt, MO Chagrin Falls, OH Hobe Sound, FL Amery, WI Carmel, IN Foundation 9 Mark and Nancy Poeschl 6 Tadd and Nancy Seitz 1 Daniel and Vickie Vradenburg 9 Fritz and Glenda Corrigan 1 Bruce and Barbara Kenney Dayton, OH Brookville, OH Delaware, OH Lafayette, CA Edina, MN Nevada, IA 8 Stan and Suzan Ruta 19 R.W. Bud and Betty Porter 10 Vicki Settle 4 William and Holly Waidelich 2 Kenneth and Debora Couture 1 Raquel and Mark Nelson Brentwood, TN Moline, IL New Palestine, IN Indianapolis, IN Tolland, CT Champaign, IL 1 John and Beverly Ryan 1 Mickey and Debbie Ramsey 9 Lee Anne and Larry Shiller * 21 Dean Webster 5 Dennis and Jeanne Crass 18 Dale and Rhonda Ludwig Chesterfi eld, MO Lubbock, TX Zionsville, IN Kennebunkport, ME Golden, CO Linn, MO 1 Mrs. Richard Schuman 3 Joshua Remington 7 William and Kim Stagg 7 James and Shelley Wetzel 1 Bryan Darr 6 Gary and Diana Macek 2 Allan Sents Lizton, IN Zionsville, IN Indianapolis, IN Fairmount, IL Rancho Santa Fe, CA Marquette, KS 2 Corey and Katie Rosenbusch 9 Warren and Mary Lynn Staley 5 Martin and Celeste Wilkinson 1 Jeffrey Dickey 1 Tait Martin 3 Barrett and Kimberly Shipman Alexandria, VA Edina, MN Johnston, IA Phoenix, AZ Tallahassee, FL Austin, TX 2 Marilyn Ross * 32 Bernie and Martha Staller 23 Clayton Williams 3 Rod Fastert 5 Thomas Martini 5 Kathy and Thomas Shippie Indianapolis, IN Janesville, WI Bonita Springs, FL Rock Rapids, IA Blacklick, OH Brentwood, NH 5 Lisa and Brian Safarian 7 Glenn Stith 4 Dale and Clarice Wolf 1 Gregory and Deborah Francis 1 Paul McCutcheon 4 Lee and Margaret Skold Belleville, IL St. Louis, MO Greenville, DE Noblesville, IN West Union, WV Minneapolis, MN 2 Greg Sandfort 1 William Gerald and Nilda Stuff 7 L. William York 5 Sheridan Gilchrist 7 Steven and Betsy Mills 4 Paul Slinkard Brentwood, TN Indianapolis, IN Hudson, WI Carmel, IN Monticello, IL Brentwood, TN 22 Dennis and Debra Sargent 1 Dennis Trine 6 David and Lori Gilmore 18 Earl Morgan 8 Tony and Barbara Small Zionsville, IN Santa Fe Springs, CA Prior Lake, MN Wayne, PA Indianapolis, IN 1 Timothy Sayers 7 Nancy and Randy Trivette * 7 Darrell and Eve Goodhue 6 Edna Morris 6 Randell and Miriam Smith Knoxville, TN Ewing, NJ Carlisle, IA Belleair, FL Fayetteville, AR 2 Christopher and Carla Harrison 3 Wilbur Nelson 21 Scott Steiner Austin, TX Cambridge, IL Kenton, OH 4 James Hines 35 Owen Newlin $500-$999 6 Cecil and Katherine Vandygriff Advisor Circle Memphis, TN Des Moines, IA Muscatine, IA 1 Glen Apple 3 Scott and Lisa Beecher 7 Samuel and Germaine Braud 2 William and Brigit Hollis 3 Sara and Steve Pell 16 Barbara and Doug Vawter Sandborn, IN Howe, IN Ponte Vedra Beach, FL Hamilton, IL Zionsville, IN Zionsville, IN 12 Max and Linda Armstrong 4 Wallace Beggs 3 Colin and Christine Broughton 3 Dwight and Carolyn Houff 6 J.R. and Lisa Peterson 1 Jeff Vissering Naperville, IL Clarkesville, GA Silver Springs, NY Mt. Sidney, VA Clive, IA Brook, IN 1 Janette Barnard 1 Kurt Bollingberg 5 Larry and Sharon Buchanan 2 James and Martha Hutchison 1 Daniel Plote 11 Carl and Margaret Wenger Hoffman Estates, IL Cochise, AZ Cathay, ND St Louis, MO 24 Kenneth and Karianne Johnson Myerstown, PA Peoria, AZ 30 John and Joyce Pool 10 Alan Willits Thawville, IL Spark of Entrepreneurial Spirit 2 Kay Jolly Excelsior, MN 4 Success in her genes Defi ance, MO Lyle and Jennifer Ralston 3 Clayton and Anja Worley St. Louis, MO Indianapolis, IN Ariel Waldeck, 18, of Cecilia, Ky., has always wanted to follow in her grandfather’s farming footsteps so it wasn’t surprising when she 1 Kent and Kathy Jones West Mansfi eld, OH 8 Kenneth Rinkenberger 3 Steven and Kathy Zumbach decided to show Brown Swiss cattle, the gentle giants her grandfather always loved. “I chose Brown Swiss because that’s what my Ballwin, MO grandfather had,” Waldeck said. “He died when I was seven and I wanted to follow in his footsteps. Showing goes hand in hand with 1 Ronald Kaim West Des Moines, IA genetics and embryo transfer. You want the best when you show so that’s how I got involved in embryo transfer.” Dallas, TX 10 Jack and Betsy Royer Eaton, OH After two years of showing and more losses than wins, she decided to take matters into her own hands and develop a better-quality Brown Swiss. Artifi cial insemination took her a step closer to the perfect show cow, but the results still fell short so she started buying embryos. She fl ushed her own cattle and implanted the embryos and soon celebrated an excellent conception rate that hovered around 70 percent. With such success, word of mouth spread, and Waldeck started All-American Genetics. Her company works with customers from all over the world to produce high-quality show animals. Just in the past year, she and her business partner have expanded the business to a new level by not only fl ushing other people’s cattle and implanting embryos but also raising the calves until they are 90 Will Hubbard days old and can be returned to the owner. She also ships embryos from her own herd all over the world and sells cows and cattle. In Rising Sun Circle addition, Waldeck offers classes for local farmers who are interested in starting embryo transfer on their own farms. As an agricultural education teacher straight out of college and then working for John Deere, I have seen Waldeck is currently attending the University of Kentucky to pursue a double major in agricultural communications and integrated how FFA builds great leaders and citizens. My wife and I have been pleased to be able to be a part strategic communications. of giving back and contributing to the future of agriculture – an industry that has given us so much.

29 30 Individual Donors Individual Donors

Sentinel Circle $250-$499 Sentinel Circle $250-$499

2 James and Delores Adam 2 Shane and Melissa 1 Charles Flippin and Karen 2 Adam Hensley 2 Terry Jessen 3 Carl Kohrt 6 Janet and James Maloney Hamburg, PA Brookshire Flippin Evansville, IN Scottsbluff, NE Clarence, IA Zionsville, IN 4 Jay and Michelle Akridge Duluth, GA Greensboro, NC 23 David and Kristina Hagg 5 Steve Joehl 7 Larry and Amanda 5 Jeff and Mary Manor West Lafayette, IN 6 Dr. and Mrs. Ken Bryant 1 Evelyn Flippo Hill Chesterfi eld, MO Konsterlie Libertyville, IL 11 Jeffrey and Sharon Arcanum, OH Powhatan, AR Alexandria, VA 2 Hal and Nancy Johnson Willmer, MN 1 Todd Martin Armstrong 7 John and Denise Burgess 3 Karen and Trenton 1 William Hinkebein Davenport, WA 2 Joseph Kramer and Collierville, TN Okemos, MI Gainesville, GA Fredenburg Chillicothe, MO 2 Troy and Janet Johnson Diana Perdun 8 Richard Martin 3 Linda Arnold 3 Jon and Jeanne Cantalini Greenfi eld, IN 1 Jason Hofer Lakeville, MN Jerseyville, IL Kansas City, MO Saint Louis, MO Seattle, WA 1 Brian Furrer Lenexa, K 1 Robert Jones 2 Christopher Krapfl 6 Individual Maryland St 2 David Ash 1 Doug Carraher Reynolds, IN 2 Herbert Hoffeditz Palmyra, IN Cascade, IA Employee Campaign Fishers, IN Sardinia, OH 26 Lennie and Eija Gamage Harrisburg, PA 3 Richard Kaufman 16 William Kuhn Baltimore, MD 1 Rob Aukerman 11 Jay Carter Henderson, NC 1 Thomas and Mary Holt Mt Vernon, IN Urbandale, IA 1 Tina McAlister Shelbyville, IN McDonald, PA 7 Ernest and Jeanne Gill Holly Springs, NC 2 Larry and Deborah Keller 2 Kristine Kussman McAlisterville, PA 34 Eldon and Virginia 3 Troy and Trisha Clawson Lakewood, CO 29 James Howard Baltimore, OH El Centro, C 6 Wendy and Dion McBay Aupperle Washington, IN 1 Garrett Grasmick Wayzata, MN 2 Jay and Mindy Kimm 1 Erwin and Theresia Wildwood, MO Toulon, IL 2 Keene and Catherine La Junta, CO 2 Larry and Charlene Floyds Knobs, IN Lageschaar 3 Gary and Susan Pickton, TX 1 Darren and Cindy Bailey Clements 6 Richard and Christine Huffmeyer 19 Sue Rourk King and McCollum Xenia, IL Bardstown, KY Greek Osgood, IN Alan King 4 Joel and Marjorie Larsen Gasport, NY 3 David and Martha Barton 5 Mark Copple Cambria, CA 16 James and Marjorie Irwin Washington, DC Savage, MN 6 Marilyn Miller Raymond, MS Indianapolis, IN 3 Guy Green Scottsdale, AZ 2 Paul Koenig 2 Mike and Brenda Lee Rockville, IN 6 Scott Baucum 28 James and Sue Cornick Marysville, OH 2 Shane Jacques Mesilla Park, NM Nacogdoches, TX 4 Richard L. Monfort St Louis, MO Des Moines, IA 3 George and Pauline Indianapolis, IN 4 John and Linda Koetz 2 Ted Liechty Eaton, CO 3 Harold and Geneva Beals 6 Dale and Roberta Crabtree Grovert Racine, WI Berne, IN Platteville, WI Jamestown, IN Shellburg, IA 1 Barry Beaupre 2 Nina and Kent Crutchfi eld 30 John and Barbara Hagie Makanda, IL Romance, AR Clarion, IA For Amy Lynn Robak of Oak Park, Minn., conservation and agronomy were the areas that held 3 Stephen Beckley 9 Tom and Sandra Davis 4 Bill Hale her attention. In fact, she worked hard to help farmers make economical and environmentally Hagerstown, MD Des Moines, IA Zionsville, IN friendly decisions in the area of crop nutrients. She credits her FFA advisor, Alan Stemper, with 26 Paul and Joellen 5 Clint and Brenda Daws 1 Deana Hancock helping her set goals that would dovetail with her interests and help her continue to learn more Bierschenk Gulf Breeze, FL Carthage, IN about these areas. She began work at the Benton County Soil and Water Conservation Offi ce and Newhall, IA 31 Paul and Rita Day 12 Donald and Helen Hanes was able to work with farmers who were concerned with environmental and natural resource 8 Thad Boatwright Northfi eld, MN Greenville, OH issues on their land. West Palm Beach, FL 3 Renee Durham 4 C. Coleman and Jean 2 Michael Boden Zionsville, IN Harris “I simply wanted to learn new technologies in the fi eld of agronomy such as crop nutrient tools,” Alexandria, VA Memphis, TN 10 Dawn and Steve Emery Robak said. She was able to learn about soil conservation practices and how nutrient management 2 Mike Borel Indianapolis, IN 29 Kim Havens can benefi t local farmers. Amy credits her father, Richard, for getting her interested in conservation Darlington, WI methods, such as crop rotations and manure applications. Alamo, CA 10 Bruce and Kathleen Erath 2 Andrew and Karlie Sherburne, NY 2 Willie and Elizabeth Robak is currently attending University of Wisconsin-River Falls, majoring in conservation/agronomy. Bowman 1 Daniel Faidley Hawkins Oneida, IL Fishers, IN Owingsville, KY “My nutrient management research project infl uenced me enough to pursue a minor in Land Use Planning focusing on agriculture 3 1 Roger and Barbara Heiman Lynn and Sally Bowman 1 Edward Fauth preservation,” Robak said. “I plan to pursue graduate school at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities to obtain my degree in soil Oneida, IL Aurora, IL Tuscon, AZ fertility. I want to help farmers develop economically sound farming practices.” 2 Jeffrey Bradshaw 1 Ken Fawcett 1 Brian and Stephanie Plainfi eld, IN West Branch, IA Hemann Hugoton, KS “Being selected as the American Star in AgriScience has been an amazing experience and opportunity for me. It started for me growing 1 Todd Brocker 1 Frank Fleecs up on a family dairy farm in Minnesota and having the experience of working with our farm doing research. My skills were developed by Carmel, IN Sutherland, NE joining our local FFA chapter. By joining FFA, my research experience was only further developed and more opportunities were available for me. Without the help of my advisor, mentors and sponsors, I would have not achieved any of my accomplishments I have received Thank you so much for all that you do for me and every FFA member. As a State Profi ciency winner, today. With hard work and dedication, I believe anyone can achieve anything.” I know that my SAE would not thrive without the guidance of the National FFA Foundation. Again, thank you for your generous help. Amy Robak Sincerely, Kayla Schmitz 2009 American Star in AgriScience.

31 32 Individual Donors Individual Donors

Sentinel Circle $250-$499 Supporter Circle $100-$249

3 Michael Morehouse 2 George Rahm 1 John and Phyllis Jean 14 Jay and Jamie Vroom 1 Scott Aaron 17 Stephen Barr 10 Alton Brazell 6 David and Ann Cheek New Paris, IN Doland, SD Simpson McLean, VA Portville, NY St. Louis, MO Lubbock, TX Peoria, IL 4 David and Cheryl Morley 2 Greg Reichert Charlotte, MI 2 David Walker 4 James and Barbara Aldrich 7 James and Deborah Becht 23 Jeffrey and Jacklyn Brazo 8 Lisa and Albert Cisson St. Louis, MO Virden, IL 6 Amber Smyer Chillicothe, MO Brookville, OH Moline, IL Sturgis, MI Carnesville, GA 2 Richard A. Mottolo 1 Wayne Reid Indianapolis, IN 2 Dan Wasson 8 Charles and Evelyn 3 Catherine Becker 6 Donald and Sue Brietzke 5 Bob and Mary Clark North Reading, MA Rockport, IN 1 Timothy Snider Selden, KS Alexander St. Charles, MO Seneca, SC Peru, IN 1 John Mulrooney 1 Mark Richter Joliet, IL 1 William Weldon Arlington, VA 4 Gary and Connie Belzer 4 Pamela and Raymond Briles 10 Gene and Alfretta Claver Herald, CA Endicott, WA 1 Clifford Steiner Greenfi eld, IN 20 Joseph and Mary Ann Alwan Albia, IA St. Louis, MO Bayard, NE 7 Matt Musselman 1 Edward Rief Dalton, OH 1 Jody Werner Andover, MA 2 Harold and Jean Bender 1 Bruce Brinkman 5 Tonya and Brad Coen Kansas City, MO Hastings, NE 4 James and Susan Stewart Carmel, IN 1 Jeanne Andes Poseyville, IN Valmeyer, IL Mooresville, IN 1 Marty Myre 1 Roy Riggs Greensburg, IN 4 Harry Whaley Moline, IL 1 Daryn and Melissa Bernard 1 Karen Browne 1 Charles Coleman Seneca, IL North Salem, IN 2 Michele and Rodney Chester Springs, PA 10 Charles and Ann Whittemore, MI Murfreesboro, TN Blair, SC 1 Karen Ochonicky 3 Daniel and Patricia Roush Sullivan 6 Ellen and Wayne Williams Arensmeier 4 Martha Bernard 2 Lee Ann and Dennis Brubeck 1 David Collins Greenfi eld, IN Niles, IL Avon, IN Indianapolis, IN Okemos, MI Wilmington, OH Rockville, IN Tazewell, TN 12 Julie and Kevin Ochsner 7 Orion Samuelson 3 Marty Tatman 1 Robert Wilson 15 Paul and Marlene Armbrecht 3 Samuel Beumesderfer 3 David Brueggen 3 Richard and Doris Conley Kersey, CO Huntley, IL Indianapolis, IN Litchfi eld, IL Rockwell City, IA Denver, PA Cashton, WI Edmond, OK 3 Gerald Oney 1 Jeffrey and Linda Sanborn 8 Roger Teeple 1 Joseph Winkle 3 Andy Armbruster 2 Elmo and Betty Beyer 1 Randy and Denise 2 Dennis and Janis Connealy Greenwich, OH Gorham, ME Morgantown, NC Carmel, IN Middleton, WI Wilmington, DE Buddenberg Tekamah, NE 8 Gregory and Cynthia Page 1 Steven and Norma Schehl 1 Tim Thieroff 7 Eric Wintemute 2 Kenneth and Jennifer Avery 9 Marjorie and Gene Bieraugel Decorah, IA 2 Doyle Conner Wayzata, MN Carmel, IN Laveen, AZ Irvine, CA Ladue, MO Enterprise, OR 3 Bryan Buesgens Tallahassee, FL 17 Jerry and Denise Payne 3 Richard Schleucher 3 Patrick and Suzanne 6 Tony Worthington 2 John Azevedo 2 Roy Bigham Cologne, MN 5 Andrew Conroy Cody, WY Celina, OH Tidrow Davenport, IA Patterson, CA Vergennes, IL 3 Dana and Mary Bumgardner Winter Haven, FL Indianapolis, IN 1 Dick Peixoto 2 Bill Schuneman 2 Stanley Wright 7 Kevin and Jacqueline Bacon 1 Lewis and Patricia Bilbrough South Vienna, OH 3 Ronald Conway McFarland, WI Watsonville, CA Milbank, SD 2 Gary Toren Greenfi eld, IN Snow Hill, MO 9 Gary and Diane Burau Garden City, KS Bird Island, MN 2 Jeff and Kelli Penick 1 Jack and Roxana Schuyler 8 James Wright 1 Charles Baer 3 Jack Bingleman Frisco, TX 27 Dollye Cooper Germantown, TN Guthrie, KY Anthem, AZ 5 Paul and Susan Scabrini Franklin, TN Vero Beach, FL 1 William and Janice Butcher Beltsville, MD Valas 1 3 Gregory Phillips 22 Charles and Nell Seaton 2 Warren Zehr Amanda and Ryan Baker 2 Mitzie Blanchard Centreville, MI 1 John Corbat Greenwood Village, CO Merriam, KS Carmel, IN Savannah, GA Fairbury, IL Charlotte, IA 1 Robert and Jill Calvin Fort Wayne, IN 9 Rick Van Genderen 2 1 Marshall Poole 2 Jerol Selby 8 Steve Zimmerman Tim and Patricia Baker 6 William Blessinger Troy, MO 2 Ken and Lisa Couch Cary, NC Ossian, IN Las Vegas, NM Belhaven, NC Bismarck, ND Dayton, WA 1 Timothy and Belinda Carey Jackson, TN 9 Don and Joyce Villwock 4 1 Donald Poynter 3 Sally and Scott Shomo 1 Theresa Zimmerman Gordon and Joan Ballam 3 Daniel Bock Kinsman, IL 1 Keith Cox Edwardsport, IN Glendale, MO Morgantown, IN Staunton, VA Trafalgar, IN Lincoln, IL 11 Charles Burl and Florence, SC 30 6 Anne and Harold Prichard 2 David and Alyce Sickel Victor Voigt 5 Randall and Sandra 1 Randall Bally 3 Georgia Carmichael 7 Joseph Coyne Reedsville, WI Ted Boersma Booneville, MS Falls City, NE Armstrong Roanoke, IL Cimarron, KS Greenfi eld, IN La Grange, IL Kuttawa, KY 1 Jason and Christie Barany 1 Richard and Diane Boeser 1 Constance Casson 12 James Craft Spark of Entrepreneurial Spirit Hallandale, FL Highland, IL Denver, CO Sherman, IL 2 Jim and Heather Barbee 6 5 Connecting the agricultural community 3 Robert and Jeanne Book M. Carolyn Chambers Robert and Patricia Craft Carson City, NV Carmel, IN Indianapolis, IN Assumption, IL Kela Kelln, 18, of Fairview, Okla., had an idea in 2005 when the show goat industry began to take off. Why not mimic the successful 18 website oklahomashowpigs.com and start a website for show goats? Emmett and Barbara Barker 16 Robert and Gloria Bowman 1 D. Chambliss 1 Harry Crosby Jackson, TN Visalia, CA Mount Vernon IL Staunton, VA Her ambitious goal paid off. With an initial investment of $2,000 and some help from her parents, she purchased the website domain 7 James Barker 1 Pamela Bowman 1 Wilbur Chancellor 4 Anthony Crudele Asheville, NC www.oklahomashowgoats.com as well as software. With the help of the owner of oklahomashowpigs.com, she was able to build her Brownsburg, IN Ackerman, MS Nashville, TN website adding graphics and a new logo. She also added a message board feature. The message board provided a forum for people 1 Burton and Marilyn Barr 2 Allan Braaten 2 Jeff and Deanne Chaney 3 Annette and Dale Cruzan to discuss topics in the goat industry. Kelln contacted local breeders and feeders to advertise on the website and linked from the Manhattan, IL Wahpeton, ND Fishers, IN Bridgeton, NJ oklahomashowpigs.com website. This allowed her to reach out to additional audiences and increase traffi c to her website.

The result has been successful. When she took over the website in 2006, she had more than 465,000 hits. In 2008, there were more than 1.2 million hits. She has held two online goat auctions and continues to make updates to the site, and this fall she plans to add Thank you so much for your continuous support of our organization and of the profi ciency award program. Your support is greatly a classifi ed-ad page allowing people to advertise equipment, services or goats. She plans to expand the online auctions as well. appreciated and does not go unnoticed. It is companies like yours that help keep our organization running strong. Thanks again! Kelln has been around agriculture and FFA her entire life and has shown champion pigs, chickens and goats around the state. Sincerely, Kristlin McQueen

33 34 Individual Donors Individual Donors

Supporter Circle $100-$249 Supporter Circle $100-$249

1 Wayne and Susan Cupp 1 Stefany and Brian Deckard 21 Jimmy and Norma 2 Rodney and Eva Elmore 14 Duane and Rebecca Fisher 2 Phil Gerding and Paula 4 Cynthia and Brian Hefner 3 Richard and Joyce Bridgewater, VA Danville, IL Dillon Decatur, TX Mt. Auburn, IA Pieper Avon, IN Hummel 1 Richard and Gwen Dado 2 Jillian DeJong Baton Rouge, LA 2 Richard and Louise Elpers 7 Marion Fletcher Roseville, IL 2 Nelson and Bonita Canal Winchester, OH Amery, WI Indianapolis, IN 2 Glen and Cheryl Donohoe Haubstadt, IN Hot Springs, AR 2 Violet Gertsch Heinzmann 3 Rosalie and Mickey 1 Matt and Patricia Dakin 2 Joe Del Bosque Billings, MT 6 Robert Engle 2 Jerry and Dayna Flint Darlington, WI Carlyle, IL Hunsinger Opelika, AL Los Banos, CA 3 Todd and Elizabeth Dorn Naples, FL Chesterfi eld, MO 14 Kipling and Myra Godwin 1 Patricia Henderson Indianapolis, IN 2 Dorabel Daley 8 David and Cathy Dell Manteno, IL 2 George Erickson 3 Corey Flournoy Whiteville, NC Orange, VA 3 Sherry and Daniel Ingram Mesa, AZ Strasburg, PA 16 William and Kathy Doyle Whittemore, MI Champaign, IL 8 Charles and Elizabeth Goss 2 Timothy Hennessy St Louis, MO 27 Douglas Daley 1 Bill DeLoache Winnetka, IL 22 R. James Ertl 3 Joe and Sue Folk Indianapolis, IN Lake St Louis, MO 8 Wm. Jay and Sharon Gilbert, AZ Dallas, TX 3 Allen Eck Rosemount, MN Magnolia Springs, TX 2 Eldon and Sandra Gould 2 John Henry Jackman Versailles, KY 1 Thomas Dalfonso 1 Paul Derber Stitzer, WI 4 Eric Etzel 2 John and Sherill Fosland Maple Park, IL East Liberty, OH Amherst, NY Omro, WI 2 Todd and Ida Eckert Spokane, WA Crosby, ND 3 Joseph and Margaret Granio 3 Charles and Shannon 1 James and Pamela Jenkins West Des Moines, IA 13 Richard and Peggy Daluge 4 Jerry DeVore Birmingham, MI 1 Gary and Elaine Evertz 12 Gus and Ann Foster Mesa, AZ Herzfeld Madison, WI Defi ance, MO 3 Mark and Janice Eddleman Joliet, MT Fort Collins, CO 3 Jill and Denver Gray Silver Spring, MD 6 Scott and Carol Jensen Overland Park, KS 7 Evan and Patricia Davies 4 Daniel and Theresa Digiulio Dongola, IL 3 John and Peggy Fechter 7 James Fraley Indianapolis, IN 1 Joseph Hess Alpharetta, GA Coventry, CT 11 Sam Eichelberger Carmi, IL Winfi eld, AL 2 Kenneth Greenberg Mount Joy, PA 4 Mark Jirik Minneapolis, MN 2 Mark Davis 5 Thomas Dille Kekaha, Kauai, HI 2 Will Fett 2 Robin Frank Ambia, IN 2 Richard Hiatt Alapaha, GA Fort Collins, CO 2 Brande Ellis Indianapolis, IN Hatfi eld, MO 1 Donald and Ann Gregory Pontiac, IL 1 Keriann Johansen Renton, WA 2 Dan and Angela Dawes Indianapolis, IN 5 Dennis and Carol Fiscus 10 Ed and Shirley Suttons Bay, MI 2 Jeff and Sheri Hicken Noblesville, IN Phoenix, AZ Frederick 5 Tom and Anne Gross Prairie du Sac, WI 1 Jeff Johnson Waseca, MN O’Fallon, MO 4 Steve and Elizabeth Hill Strathomore, CA 1 Craig Frederick 1 Larry Hageman Kirkwood, MO 11 Phil and Carla Johnson For Tony Crescio of Randolph, Wis., all aspects of farming intrigued him, from the crops Eden Prairie, MN to the equipment to the business side. For as long as he can remember, he’s been farming. Lincoln, NE Rochelle, IL 23 John Hillison 1 Wayne and Ruth Fredericks 9 Richard and Pat Hahn Blacksburg, VA 2 Erin Jones St. Louis, MO He works with muck soil at Jack’s Pride Farms, Inc. He began when he was in middle school, Osage, IA Omaha, NE 2 Daryl Hodel and the more he worked with his family, the more he became fascinated with the crops and the 3 Bernard and Eleanor Fultz 4 Allen Haire El Paso, TX 5 Philip and Jane Josephson equipment that was needed to help with a successful harvest. Crescio wanted to be able to help Tracy, MN Independence, OH 2 Abe and Shirley Hodgen Kansas City, MO with all areas of the farm and develop a solid-based onion, carrot and mint oil production business. 5 Tom Galladay 2 Steven and Lyren Haney Roachdale, IN 11 John and Lorraine Jossund Over the years, he’s been able to learn all aspects of the farm. He has even received recognition Dozier, AL Blandinsville, IL 3 Janet and James Holloway Perley, MN as a national agri-entrepreneurship national winner for starting a small business creating air 2 Joseph Gambini 1 Ricky and Beverly Hankey Saint Louis, MO 2 Anthony Juestrich fresheners and soaps with the mint oil. Oakdale, CA Amorita, OK 2 Nathan and Marilyn Holt Hammonton, NJ 7 Den Gardner 6 Martin and Carolyn Harris St. Louis, MO 1 Gary and Sandra Kabat As he continues to gain experience, Crescio’s responsibilities on the farm continue to grow. New Prague, MN Tilden, TX 1 William and Antonette Woodlawn, IL From tilling to planting and harvesting, he also helps with weed control for the plants. He also 1 Jack Garman 1 Howard Harris Hottel 4 Earl and Onnolee Kantner runs the still to distill peppermint oil. His overall career goal is to farm with his father, uncle and Summerfi eld, NC Claremore, OK Winchester, VA Canal Winchester, OH grandmother as a partner in the corporate farm. 2 Jennifer Garrett 15 Brian and Julie Hart 1 Mark and Linda Hovland 1 Timothy and Nancy Kantor Dowling, MI Des Moines, IA Fessenden, ND Burnsville, MN “With my goal to become a partner in our farm corporation, I have farmed 40 acres of my own peppermint for the last four years,” 2 Michael and Deana Gates 1 Bruce Haslerud 2 Robbie Howard 2 Thomas and Judy Karcher Crescio said. “The money from this has helped me pay for school, as well as assisted me in saving money to buy into the corporation.” Attica, IN Woodbury, MN Lake Providence, LA Somerville, TN 1 4 Whether it’s agriculture, science or even business, FFA offers students a wide variety of career options. Many students are able 1 Adam Gauger 1 John and Sharon John Howe Meriam Karlsson Lone Tree, IA Baldwin, MO Fairbanks, AK to capitalize on the hands-on experience that FFA offers. Through the help of their advisors and support of FFA sponsors, students Headrick Newbury Park, CA are able to create a successful future for themselves. 1 David Geiman 4 Ned and Dianne Hudson 2 Dorothy Kaye Concord, NC Sumner, MO Kansas City, MO 1 Douglas Hedges “I would like to thank the National FFA Foundation for all its support with the various programs I have taken part in over the years. Vineland, NJ 1 Donald Huff 1 Roger Keel The opportunities and relationships that have resulted from my participation in the profi ciency and agri-entrepeneur programs are Indianapolis, IN South Whitley, IN those which I would have never made had it not been made possible by the National FFA Foundation. The rush of standing on stage in Lucas Oil Stadium is one moment I will never forget. I am very grateful and honored to be the 2009 FFA Star in Agricultural Placement. Again, thank you for all the memories and your dedication to agriculture.” On behalf of the Oregon FFA Association, I would like to thank you for sponsoring the Poultry Production Awards. We cannot thank you enough for your support and dedication to our organization. FFA members have been working diligently on their projects, and your sponsorship has allowed us to award them for their hard work. Tony Crescio 2009 American Star in Agricultural Placement Thank you, Patricia J. Roper, 08-09 State Sentinel, Oregon

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Supporter Circle $100-$249 Supporter Circle $100-$249

4 Donna Kemp 6 Jeanne and Robert Lanphier 2 Herbert McCoun 2 Brittany Moore 17 Jim Orradre 4 Jonathan Previant 13 Douglas and Kay Rinker 9 Frederic and Susan Schrodt Indianapolis, IN Glen Arbor, MI Shelbyville, KY Watertown, SD San Ardo, CA Key Biscayne, FL Winchester, VA Reeds Spring, MO 2 Glen and Jean Keppy 32 Charles and Aralda Larson 3 Kenneth and Mary Mc Coy 1 Tony and Delfi na Morris 10 Karma and Lyle Orwig 3 Dennis and Monica Price 2 Chris Ripberger 1 Mark and Carolyn Davenport, IA Amherst, WI Dowagiac, MI Modesto, CA Wales, WI Coggon, IA Glenwood, IN Schuerman 1 Joshua and Crystal Kerr 10 Thomas and Denice Larson 16 Andrew and Paula McCrea 1 Howard Morrison 4 Waite and Linda Osterkamp 1 Ronald Pridgen 2 R.D. Robinson St. Louis, MO Sparta, TN North Oaks, MN Maysville, MO Gilbert, AZ Tucson, AZ Whiteville, NC Sharon, TN 3 Doug and Karen Scott 1 LeeRoy Kiesling 4 Kathryn Legg 1 John McCulley 2 George and Nancy Morton 2 Frank Otto 1 David Quandt 4 Patrick Robinson Novi, MI San Angelo, TX Indianapolis, IN Salem, OR Lebanon, IN Breezewood, PA Godfrey, IL Lexington, KY 20 Earl and Gwen Sears 2 Clay King 5 Steve and Cherie Levy 7 Charles and Holli McElvany 3 Katy Mumaw 1 Christopher and 1 Jeff and Karen Quick 8 Jerome and Melissa Roell Memphis, TN Kinston, NC Waunakee, WI Los Banos, CA Zionsville, IN Suwanee, GA Dublin, OH Barbara Pandos 3 Ronald and Rosann Seibel 2 Don and Phyllis Kingen 7 George and Joan Lewis 3 John MCLaughlin 1 Everett Munsell West Chester, PA 3 Jerry Rager 2 Robert Rooks Adelphi, MD Greenfi eld, IN Quincy, IL Angola, IN Boco Grande, FL Van Wert, OH Perrysville, OH 3 Sandra Panzer 5 Deborah Sellers 6 Douglas Kinnoin 5 Janet and Grant Lewis 1 Ronald McSherry 1 Kenneth Munsterman Oakfi eld, WI 5 John and Buffy Raines 1 Tom and Maureen Rugg Lebanon, IN Stanley, ND Brownsburg, IN Wheat Ridge, CO Weston, MO Chesterfi eld, MO Pilot Rock, OR 2 Floyd and Mrs. Parish 9 Randal Sergesketter 2 Clyde Kirchgatter 2 Ronn Loewenthal 2 James and Barbara 1 Robert and Sharon Murphy Diboll, TX 3 Bhakthabatsalam and 24 Mark Rumbold Cary, NC Riceville, IA Tiburon, CA Kirklin, IN Speer, IL Meinhardt 1 Dale and Vicki Pearson Bharathi Rajasekaran 3 Samuel Shapiro 1 Ellen Knape 2 Scott Long Wamego, KS 1 Brian and Margaret Myers St. Charles, MN Ballwin, MO 2 Sylvia Rust Newfi eld, NY La Grange, TX Manteca, CA High Springs, FL Seymour, IN 8 Charles and Barbara Melberg 1 Matt and Theresa 2 Douglas and Debra Raub 2 Vaughn Sherman 5 James and Linda Knight 1 Charles and Patricia Lucas Hector, MN 15 Gary and Jacquelyn Myers Pendergast Lafayette, IN 3 Clayton and Kimberly Salch Dryden, NY Tucson, AZ Liberty, KY Jefferson, WI Stevensville, MT Livermore, CA 4 Thomas and Anida Miarer 21 Oakley and Y M Ray 6 Clay and Rebecca Sherrill 3 Alfred Knight 4 Kelli Ludlum Helena, OH 1 Brian and Crystal Nelson 7 Jeffrey and Jana Peterson Lake Ridge, VA 8 Gerald and Judy Salzman Bettendorf, IA Tulsa, OK Arlington, VA Northwood, IA Port Byron, IL Libertyville, IL 1 Charles Michell 6 Steve Ray 8 Ron Shivers 1 Thomas Kohler 35 Glenn and Judith Luedke University City, MO 1 David W and Lesley Newell 1 David Phillips Clovis, NM 3 Brad LuAnn Schloesser Altoona, IA Davidsville, PA Woodbridge, VA Ashland, IL Clayton, IN St. Peter, MN 2 Kevin and Martha Miller 2 Albert and Ailene Redamonti 5 Terry Siegel 2 Randy and Linda Kramer 11 Vernon and Elizabeth Luft Felton, PA 5 Mark Newhall 1 David Phillips Los Molinos, CA 19 William and Bethany Fort Worth, TX Bird Island, MN Reno, NV Lakeville, MN North Collins, NY 4 Odell and Mary 24 Larry and Susan Reese Schmidt 20 Glenn Sims 40 Alfred and Jean Krebs 3 F.C. and Maxine Margaret Miller 6 Gregory and Jill 11 Trudy Phillips Quincy, FL Midland, MI Mukwonago, WI Trumansburg, NY Morgantown, WV Provo, UT Machado Nickerson 4 Jesse Richardson 2 Roger and Shelly Schmitt 6 Scott and Lisa Sinclair 4 Todd and Kimberly Kringen Fresno, CA 3 Frank and Gloria Miller New Berlin, WI 2 Kevin Poppe Blacksburg, VA Graettinger, IA White Bear Lake, MN Madison, SD Woodstown, NJ Lexington, IL 2 Gary Mann 9 John and Jennifer 1 Ann Rigsby 2 John Schoolman 4 C. Randolph Skidmore 15 Loren Kruse Rose Hill, NC 1 John and Wanda Millet Niemann 3 Raymond and Judith Powell Deland, FL Sheldon, IL Winston Salem, NC Ankeny, IA Friendswood, TX Andale, KS Woodstock, VA 3 Terry Mares 2 Melisa Ringham 8 Donald and Jane Schriver 4 Kevin and Christine Skold 4 Mitchell and Dorothy Clintonville, WI 3 Ryan and Denise Mills 2 Frank Nolen Indianapolis, IN Weatherby Lake, MO Brentwood, TN Kurtzweil 26 Gary and Darlene Maricle Whiteland, IN Grottoes, VA St Peters, MO Liberty, MO 1 Gary and Donna Mobly 5 Craig Nord Spark of Entrepreneurial Spirit 1 Ralph Lachney 3 Kenneth and Grace Martin Sulphur, OK Zumbrota, MN Germantown, TN Dayton, VA 1 Carl and Geri Mockenstrum 5 Ronald and Elizabeth For the love of animals Cathryn Clark, 16, of Johnstown, Ohio, fi rst recognized the need for a pet-sitting service in her community while she was volunteering 1 Randy and Nancy Lackender 32 Virgil and Ann Martinson Monclova, OH Nussbaum at Shearer Pet Hospice in Columbus, Ohio. Pets that are in hospice care require 24-hour attendance, which can be diffi cult for an Iowa City, IA Stoughton, WI 2 Kenneth Moen Fort Wayne, IN individual to take on by themselves. Many pet owners needed assistance with their pet’s around-the-clock care. 3 Norman Lafaunce 28 Betty Maxwell Montfort, WI 1 Beverly O’Connor Turlock, CA Morgantown, WV 10 Blooming Prairie, MN Gary Monroe The idea that a pet-sitting service could be a success was reinforced when her friends and neighbors, upon hearing about her work 13 Gregory and Mary Jo Lamka 1 William, Leah and Jane Weyers Cave, VA 3 William and Jane Oedy Leipsic, OH with the pet hospital, starting asking her to help them take care of their pets. She was getting offers to pet sit, or take the family dog Polk City, IA McCormack 1 Danny Montgomery for an extra walk. 1 G. Thomas and Joyce Landis Middletown, NJ Mt. Sterling, KY 7 Les and Corrine Olsen Mayetta, KS Carmel, IN So she started “Clark’s Ark Pet Sitting Service.” She cares for both large and small animals and either travels to the animal’s home to check in on them, or boards them in her own home overnight. Many of her customers love the convenience of her service and the idea of leaving their pets in a “home” atmosphere, as opposed to a hospital or kennel-type atmosphere. Your support and contribution are greatly appreciated by me and the FFA, because without people like you, it would be hard to make an organization successful. “I have always been involved with animals. My mom does search and rescue for animals and is a vet tech; I have worked with her since I was little. I wanted something that I could do anywhere.” Clark has learned to be organized and self-motivated through her business Thank you again, Allison Griffi th enterprise. She has also learned that with hard work and responsibility come many rewards.

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Supporter Circle $100-$249 Alumni WLC Scholarship James Barker William Harrington Dennis and Joyce Rachut 5 Jim and Pamela Sleper 4 Jerad and Carla 1 Wynn and Gloria Van Ausdle 2 Lucy Whitehead Asheville, NC Plant City, FL Osage, IA Woodbury, MN Strawmyer Pullman, WA Indianapolis, IN 5 Tyler Slinden Westfi eld, IN 6 George and Valli Van Eron 2 Robert Wichmann Atwater, MN 1 Paul and Johanna Stull Franklin, TN Bluffton, SC Ameriprise Financial & AGSTAR Scholarship 1 Edward Smalley Walkersville, MD 1 Tom Van Nostran 15 John and Debbie Salem, IL 4 Nancy Stump Doylestown, OH Wilkinson Dale and Vicki Pearson Mrs. Richard Schuman St. Charles, MN Rochester, MN 3 Brian and Robin Smith LaGrange, IN 1 Joseph Vande Bosche Toccoa, GA Newport Beach, CA 6 Cleoramae Stunkel Indianapolis, IN 2 Darick Williams 6 Lanas and Julie Smith Haubstadt, IN 2 Bob Vandiver Caribou, ME Boulder, CO 4 Charles Sutphin Camden, MO 2 Fred Williams Bernie Staller Endowment Fund 4 Kelly and Carrie Snieder Winchester, VA 2 Marvin VanHouten Plant City, FL Jim and Lucinda Armbruster Larry Gossen Rita Robertson Sioux Center, IA 34 Karen and C. Rushville, NE 3 Marcia Williamson Ladoga, IN Brownsburg, IN Whiteland, IN Carolyn Bauchle Cynthia and Brian Hefner Maria Romine 2 McCheyne Swortzel 2 Quincy, WA Kevin and Karen Snyder Daryl Velo Brownsburg, IN Avon, IN Indianapolis, IN Greenville, VA Logansport, IN Rothsay, MN 31 Ron and Christina Wilson M. Carolyn Chambers Kimberley Henry Marilyn Ross 2 Michael Sokolowski 2 Phoong Tang 6 Jon and Gulya Volkert Manhattan, KS Indianapolis, IN Jamestown, IN Indianapolis, IN Whitewater, WI St. Louis, MO Hoffman Estates, IL 2 Lemmy Wilson Tonya and Brad Coen Ross Hicks Tony and Barbie Small Mooresville, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN 1 Jason Sontheimer 2 Myron and Linda Tank 14 Gary Vorpahl Newport, TN St. Peters, MO Cottage Grove, MN Fort Atkinson, WI 3 Mark Copple Mike and Raylee Honeycutt Amber Smyer Robert Wock Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN 10 Jerseyville, IL 7 James and Dorothy Southard Ryan and Tina Tate 8 Wayne and Shirley Wagoner Roberta Donahue and Jim Wold Thomas Kapostasy and Suzanne Maki William and Kim Stagg Carol Stream, IL Cato, NY Rochester, IN 2 Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Woodin Indianapolis, IN Carmel, IN Zionsville, IN 4 Harlan, IA Dawn and Steve Emery Kevin Keith Marlyce and Malcolm Webster 1 Whitney Sparks Clay Teter 1 Kevin and Jessica Walker Nashville, TN Indianapolis, IN Harrisburg, PA Indianapolis, IN St. Louis, MO Forest, IN 17 Robert Woods 8 Kennett Square, PA Pat Faust Janet and Grant Lewis James and Shelley Wetzel 1 Barry and Mary Spaulding Kurt Tewes 4 W. Randy and Pamela Walker Zionsville, IN Brownsburg, IN Indianapolis, IN Frankfort, IL Little Falls, NY Fort Dodge, IA 3 Randall and Pamela Woods Sheridan Gilchrist Tammy Meyer Ellen and Wayne Williams 11 Wichita, KS 11 Edgar and Fay Spicer Edwin Theis 3 Mike and Sarah Walter Carmel, IN Lincoln, NE Indianapolis, IN Darien, WI Forest City. NC Johnson Creek, WI 11 R. Timothy Wyss Ernest Gill Marilyn Miller Lakewood, CO Rockville, IN 2 Fred Spiegel 1 Daniel Thelander Clear Lake, WI 3 Kathy Ward Glenna Gordon Katy Mumaw Kewanee, IL Maricopa, AZ 1 Woodland, CA Fred and Suzanne Yates Lebanon, IN Zionsville, IN 4 Greensboro, NC 1 Hank Sprague Ernest Thorp 10 Richard and Lorrane Belfast, ME Clinton, IL 1 Waybright Chris Zaebst Spark of Entrepreneurial Spirit 3 Sue Stafford 9 Jeff Tichota Gettysburg, PA Jefferson, OH Centennial, CO A sweet business Wilmore, KY 19 1 Mark Zenner Doyle and Jennifer Clayton N. Carley, 17, of Milford, Ill., is a people person. Some of his favorite activities are community and school fundraisers, because 4 Karen Stapel 3 Edward Tubbs Genesee, ID Waybright they give him a chance to use his conversational skills to sell items and to raise money for worthy causes. Spring Hill, TN Maquoketa, IA Gettysburg, PA 1 Terri Zimmerman 2 1 Dick Tunnell Genesee, ID Wendell and Frances Starr 2 Terrell and Ola Weiner Right before Carley’s freshman year of high school, he realized that he was going to need money for college, for a car and for funding Hastings, NE Swanquarter, NC Buffalo Grove, IL 3 Sarah Zipse many of his other activities and endeavors. It wasn’t long before he had a plan. He sat down with his parents to discuss the idea of 3 Elk Grove Village, IL 4 Ann and Kerry Stinson Tom Ulm 21 R. Lynn Wells setting up his own vegetable stand. Carley’s family had always grown sweet corn at their home in Milford for personal use. Many times Smyrna, TN Modesto, CA Warsaw, OH 2 Edward and Heather Zurcher they would have an overabundance of corn and would share it with their friends and neighbors. Many people would remark that the Mesa, WA 3 Lynn and Karen 1 Individuals United Way 25 Robert and Pauline Wells Carley’s sweet corn was the best they’d ever tasted. This gave the Carley the idea that he could gain a lot of a market share, thanks to Stockwell of Larimer County Colorado Springs, CO 3 Erwin Zweifel his superior product. Fort Collins, CO Pleasant Lake, IN 3 Ron and Jan Wesen New Glarus, WI 1 Joseph and Elizabeth Stoff 4 Sarah and Jeremy Vacek Bow, WA So he found a prime location and set up “The Sweet Corn Shack.” Business the fi rst year was a little shaky, but as word spread St. Charles, MO Edwardsville, IL 4 Christine and David White throughout the community about the quality of Carley’s product, and his excellent customer service skills, business began to boom. 1 Wayne Stout 10 Fred Vahle Whitestown, IN Warrenton, MO Stony Point, NC 2 James and Mrs. White Carley says that he’s learned a lot from his business, like how to properly grow garden produce using integrated soil management New Holland, IL practices, how to keep a budget, how to market a product and how to provide top-notch customer service. His endeavor has not only has a positive impact on his life but has also had a positive impact on the community.

It is people like you that enable the youth of California to be successful and receive recognition. “I will never forget when a customer came to me and said that he was very impressed with how I sold my corn and was nice to my customers and had a strong work ethic and determination,” Carley said. “He said that he had mostly lost hope in the future because of Thanks again, Jesse Silva, Le Grand, CA what he sees in teenagers these days, but what I have done in the FFA has restored his hope.”

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Bill Kirk Scholarship Endowment FFA Foundation Scholarship William and Lillian Kirk Rik Miller Lois and Herman Albertine Thomas Kohler Pauletta Rist Naples, FL Lincoln University, PA Fernandina Beach, FL Davidsville, PA Indianapolis, IN Susana Arroyo Mitchell and Dorothy Kurtzweil Rita Robertson Indianapolis, IN St. Peters, MO Whiteland, IN Carolyn Bauchle Kathryn Legg Terri Robinson Booker T. Washington Scholarship Brownsburg IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Individual Combined Federal Campaign Daniel Beckstrom JIll Mantey Maria Romine Apple Valley, MN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN David Bell Wendy and Dion McBay Kristie Rose Rumsey, KY Wildwood, MO Indianapolis, IN Rebecca Bellavigna Melba Morris Timothy Sayers C. Coleman Harris National Offi cer Endowment Katy, TX Dale, TX Knoxville, TN Tonya and Brad Coen Donna Kemp William and Kim Stagg Diana CarrTrumble Katy Mumaw Deborah Sellers Mooresville, IN Indianapolis, IN Zionsville, IN Kansas City, MO Zionsville, IN Lebanon, IN Corey Flournoy Paul and Valerie Mulhollem Cravens Foundation Carla and Jerad Strawmyer Dawn and Steve Emery William Newell Amber Smyer Champaign, IL Carlisle, KY Westfi eld, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Kipling and Myra Godwin Katy Mumaw Gregory and Deborah Francis Linda Noble Sue Stafford Whiteville, NC Zionsville, IN Noblesville, IN Bargersville, IN Wilmore, KY Jay and Sharon Jackman Joshua Remington Karen and Trenton Fredenburg Monica Oliver Jack and Carolyn Tilley Versailles, KY Lizton, IN Greenfi eld, IN Sheridan, IN Lancaster, OH John Gerwels Diane Olmstead Lara Troyer Clarkston, WA Russiaville, IN Indianapolis, IN Dale Wolf Scholarship Endowment Stephanie Harris Lori and Tim Randle Shelley and James Wetzel Conway, NC Zionsville, IN Indianapolis, IN Dale Wolf was known for his active participation, support, leadership and guidance for agriculture, education, Patricia Henderson Joshua Remington Carol Will and the National FFA. He served as Chairman of the Board of DuPont’s pharmaceutical business and as Group Orange, VA Lizton, IN Borrego Springs, CA Vice President of DuPont Ag & Nutrition Enterprise. He also held the position of chairman of the National Mike and Raylee Honeycutt Rick and Gail Rich Alan Willits Indianapolis, IN Jacksonville, FL Excelsior, MN Agriculture Chemical Association and chairman of the International Chemical Association. In 1987, Mr. Wolf Jessica Horton Ann Rigsby left DuPont to become a public servant. He was elected Lieutenant Governor and then served as the 77th Statesville, NC Deland, FL Governor of the state of Delaware. Kevin Keith Melisa Ringham Harrisburg, PA Indianapolis, IN In recognition of Mr. Wolf’s contributions to agriculture and his fellow citizens, DuPont and other friends established the Dale Wolf Scholarship Endowment as a lasting tribute to his dedication and service. The National FFA Foundation will award a scholarship to a college-bound FFA member pursuing a four-year Glyndon Stuff Scholarship Endowment degree in agriculture or ag sciences and who has a record of academic excellence and public service. Jerry and Nilda Stuff Larry Hageman Rik Miller Dale and Clarice Wolf Indianapolis, IN Rochelle, IL Lincoln University, PA Greenville, DE James and Martha Hutchison Carol Palmiotto Robert Woods Hockessin, DE Kennett Square, PA Timothy and Nancy Kantor Christopher and Barbara Pandos Jacob Ross Parish Endowment Fund Burnsville, MN West Chester, PA Jason and Christie Barany Carol King Susan Pruett Hallandale, FL Franklin, MA Austin, TX Andrew Harper Melanie McCool Barrett and Kimberly Shipman Daniel R. Sanborn Scholarship Austin, TX Austin, TX Austin, TX Chris and Carla Harrison William and Mrs. Parish Audrey Kenison Franklin and Charlene Franklin Thompson Jeffrey and Linda Jeffrey Sanborn Austin, TX Diboll, TX Gorham, ME Saco, ME Gorham, ME Catherine Bunk Gary and Barbara Gary Winship 39947 Katherine Benson Gorham, ME Windham, ME Gorham, ME Earl Harris George and Janet George Webb 39959 Lillian Spiller Jim Borel Scholarship Endowment Fund Saint Cloud, FL Gorham, ME Gorham, ME Edward Fauth Gorham Social Tennis Stephen and Constance Stephen Wood James Borel Rik Miller Aurora, IL Gorham, ME Parsonsfi eld, ME West Chester, PA Lincoln University, PA

Eli and Alice Metzger Scholarship Endowment Your support of the FFA Organization is valued and appreciated. Thank you for all you do! Joe and Kristi Metzger Lindenhurst, IL Thanks, Trista Ingle

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John and Amy Rakestraw Scholarship R. Fowler/Armstrong Family Scholarship Endowment John and Amy Rakestraw Dwight and Judy Armstrong Jeffrey and Sharon Armstrong Randall and Sandra Armstrong Longmont, CO Indianapolis, IN Okemos, MI Kuttawa, KY

Martin Sorkin Memorial Scholarship Rebecca Goodhue Scholarship Martin Sorkin served the world of economics and agriculture from his fi rst position with the Agriculture Eve & Darrell Goodhue Department in 1934 as an economist with the Federal Crop Reporting Service in Indiana. During World War II, Carlisle, IA he was involved in developing national food rationing programs. After the war, he helped develop policies for distributing surplus crops to countries facing food shortages. The effort evolved into the Food for Peace program, now administered by the U.S. Agency for International Development.

He remained an unoffi cial consultant to high-ranking Agriculture Department offi cials throughout his life. In the Travis Stowers Leadership Endowment 1960s and 1970s, he served on several presidential advisory commissions on food, nutrition and economics. Donors Anonymous Sue and Jay Hawley Jennifer Neal Richard and Patricia Barnett Kirklin, IN Kirklin, IN Mr. Sorkin left the Agriculture Department in 1961 to work as an independent consultant. He provided economic Sheridan, IN James and Terry Hopf Leon Orem consulting services to many trade groups and agribusiness corporations, including Archer Daniels Midland (ADM). Fossil Bates West Lafayette, IN Russiaville, IN Allendale, IL Robert and Rita Huck Thomas and Nancy Padgett To honor Martin Sorkin’s illustrious career, ADM and other donors established the Martin Sorkin Memorial Philip and Paula Boley Indianapolis, IN Kirklin, IN Greenfi eld, IN Roland and Linda Johnson Theodore and Ann Price Scholarship, which awards annual scholarships for a college bound FFA members who have an interest in the study of international trade, Pamela Bowman Sheridan, IN Frankfort, IN economics, and/or public policy. Brownsburg, IN Jeffery and Renai King Barbara and Jerry Seager Larry and Marlene Boyd Sheridan, IN Mulberry, IN Mr. Sorkin would have been so pleased to have known about the scholarship fund. He cared greatly for young people, loved to see them Frankfort, IN Robert Knox Gary and Brenda Spray learn and succeed, and wanted all the very best for them. He always welcomed the opportunities to serve as a mentor to those interested Charles and Beverly Bush Frankfort, IN Kirklin, IN in agribusiness, wanting them to understand the many anomalies of the fi eld and avoid its pitfalls. What a wonderful way to honor him Kirklin, IN Matthew and Amy Laucks Richard Strawn Zionsville, IN Frankfort, IN and to continue the memory of his life. B.J.and Clare Caldwell Forest, IN Charles and Debra Miller Robert and Nancy Swem James and Judith Clark Washington, IN Forest, IN Frankfort, IN John and Wanda Millet Robert and Janet Thorley Monsanto Roadrunners Scholarship David and Suzanne Clase Friendswood, TX Kirklin, IN Jeanette and Walter Alghrim James and Lori Johnson Mark and Carolyn Schuerman Fishers, IN James and Nelda Morton Dean and Becky Walker Lebanon, IN Michigantown, IN St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO Matt and Patricia Dakin Andy Armbruster Hanh Le Nathan and Claire Simmons Opelika, AL Robert and Sharon Murphy Kevin and Jessica Walker Kirklin, IN Forest, IN Middleton, WI St. Peters, MO St. Charles, MO James and Patricia Garland Linda Arnold Mark Leiber Jessica Smith Lebanon, IN Gerry and Annette Neal Joe Watford Mulberry, IN Boyle, MS St. Louis, MO St. Peters, MO Davenport, IA Lawrence and Diana Grider Scott Baucum Ryan and Elizabeth Logue Jason Sontheimer Russiaville, IN St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO St. Peters, MO Catherine Becker Charles Michell Whitney Sparks St. Charles, MO University City, MO St. Louis, MO Scholarships without Donations in 2009 Gary and Joann Bradshaw Bradshaw Kevin and Shonna Owen Joseph and Elizabeth Stoff St. Ann, MO O’Fallon, MO Edwardsville, IL Arthur and Nell Lewis Memorial Scholarship Harold Davis Memorial Scholarship Luke and Jennifer Burbank Emilio and Noemi Oyarzabal Pamela and Raymond Strifl er Briles Baker Grace Georgia FFA Camp Endowment Mike Hopper Memorial Scholarship Endowment St. Louis, MO St. Charles, MO St. Louis, MO BRIDGE Endowment Kenneth & Ellen Nielsen Cooperative Scholarship Tony Clark Linda Pyatt Ryan and Tiffany Stufft Cheryl Dant Hennesy Scholarship Pfi zer Animal Health Scholarship St. Louis, MO Hillsboro, MO St. Charles, MO Dean Carlson Honorary Scholarship Robert Eggert Memorial Scholarship Jerry and Dayna Flint David Quandt Phoong Tang Donald N. McDowell Memorial Scholarship Tractor Supply Company Scholarship Chesterfi eld, MO Godfrey, IL St. Louis, MO Dupont/Delaware FFA Endowment Scholarship Western Dairy Farmers Promotion Association Tom and Anne Gross Andrew Quirin Sarah and Jeremy Vacek Elmer J. and Hester Jane Johnson Memorial Scholarship (John Elway/Melba FFA Scholarship) O’Fallon, MO St. Louis, MO St. Charles, MO Farm Aid Scholarships Wiley Lewis Scholarship Timothy Hennessy John and Buffy Raines Ron Walter Lake St. Louis, MO Chesterfi eld, MO St. Louis, MO Georgia M. Hellberg Memorial Scholarship Wilson W. Carnes Scholarship Steve and Elizabeth Hill Bhakthabatsalam and Bharathi Rajasekaran Ross and Tonna Winks Kirkwood, MO Ballwin, MO Lake St. Louis, MO Nathan and Marilyn Holt Lyle and Jennifer Ralston Ann Marie Worland I would like to thank you for your generosity by sponsoring the National Diversifi ed Livestock Profi ciency Award. To be recognized for St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO Wildwood, MO one’s extensive efforts with our enterprises is much appreciated and means a lot. Sherry Ingram Scott Rismiller St. Louis, MO St. Louis, MO Thank you, Addie Dyer

43 44 Honors and Memorials Memorials and Courtyard Gifts Honors Memorials Vicki Settle Kenny Baker John W Gleim Seth Lucas Devan and Jesse Whitson James Seward Bruce Stackhouse Janie Stagg Indianapolis, IN Marilyn Ross Joan Cottrell Kevin Keith Ryan and Amanda Baker James Gleim Rebecca Bellavigna Carol Will Sally and Scott Shomo Indianapolis, IN Hamilton, NJ Harrisburg, PA Merriam, KS Carlisle, PA Katy, TX Borrego Spring, CA Staunton, VA Sandra Small Barbara Rivers Richard L. Thomas Jane Barber Sydney Hancock Chelsea Marti Dennis Wood William and Kim Stagg Marilyn Ross Hopewell, NJ Thomas Dalfonso Julie Bright Deana Hancock Brande Ellis Diane Olmstead Zionsville, IN Indianapolis, IN Janie Stagg Amherst, NY Abilene, TX Carthage, IN Indianaplolis, IN Russiaville, IN Joseph P. Vande Bosche Jim and Lucinda Armbruster Indianapolis, IN C. Leroy Smeal Gene Welch Steve and Brenda Carlson Nathan Holt Richard A. Mottolo Ladoga, IN D. Waninger Thomas Kohler Melba Morris Sandra Riney James Wilson Anthony and Mary Mottolo M. Carolyn Chambers Indianapolis, IN Davidsville, PA Dale, TX Amarillo, TX Galesburg, IL Dracut, MA Indianapolis, IN Richard and Natalie Wittgren Michael J. and Arlene F. Osborne Matt Deweese Lyman and Virginia Houston Harry and Mae Sanders Thomas Kapostasy and Suzanne Maki Morris A Wright Greenfi eld, IN Bethalto, IL Dave Schroeder Shane and Melissa Brookshire Noah and Sherryl Sanders Noah and Sherryl Sanders Carmel, IN Bloomington, IN Cumming, GA Brooklyn, NY Brooklyn, NY Erica Ellis Brian Jones Danny Schertz Brande Ellis Tyler Arnold Larry and Sharon Buchanan Indianapolis, IN Carmel, IN St. Louis, MO Courtyard Gifts Mendota FFA Chapter Hale Family Zionsville, IN In Loving Memory David W. Rust Jerry Rose Mendota FFA Chapter Bill Hale Sylvia Rust Cargill, Inc. Memorials Mendota, IL Zionsville, IN Seymour, IN 2008 Sponsors’ Board Chairman In Honor of FFA Marketing/ Paul J. Hanes O.J. Gaylord Bath, NC Patrick Aaron Chuck Eissler Gladstone, MI Alice Riedley Bottineau, ND FFA 1965-1969 Ron and Trinette Brewer Shane and Melissa Brookshire Daniel and Anna Schulz Ann Rigsby Communications 2009 Donald and Helen Hanes Jerol Selby Greenville, OH Belhaven, NC National FFA Foundation Portville, NY Cumming, GA Dewitt, MI Deland, FL Julie and David Adams Indianapolis, IN Mr. and Mrs. Bill Blaettler Alvin Fletcher Peter and Norita Siler Bernard Robertson Brownsburg, IN Dennis Hopkins Grand Jct, IOWA In Loving Memory Hoover C Settle Alto, MI Cameron FFA Cameron, WV Catherine Hurt Eleanor Smith Evelyn Flippo Caleb Alexander Nat’l Star ‘07 Dennis Hopkins Jr. “Pete” 1954-2009 Jake and Marlene Wamhoff Cameron HS FFA Oakland, CA Cary, NC Powhatan, AR Eldon and Terry Alexander Perry, IA Vicki Settle East Lansing, MI Cameron, WV Randell and Miriam Smith Garden City, KS Shane Jacques RI FFA Assoc. New Palestine, IN Hans Block Grant A. Fruin Walter and Ann Weber Chowchilla FFA Established 1925 Jeanne Andes Daniel Plote Fayetteville, AR John & Denise Burgess Shane Jacques Charles & Shirley Shomo - VA Ravenna, MI Indianapolis, IN 2008-2009 Offi cer Team Moline, IL Hoffman Estates, IL Harold Sayers John and Denise Burgess Sally and Scott Shomo Chowchilla Union High School Greg Heying Hunter Keel Timothy Sayers Gainesville, GA Terry Jessen Family 2009 Staunton, VA Sabra Gill Jeff and Karen Quick Chowchilla, CA Chanhassen, MN Tammy Meyer Knoxville, TN Carraher Farms Terry Jessen NAAE 2009 Suwanee, GA Scottsbluff, NE Holston FFA Damascus, VA Mary June Caporaletti Lincoln, NE Duane Gilbert Seager Doug Carraher Sally and Scott Shomo Holston FFA Jim and Lucinda Armbruster Philip P. Kingston Robert Fowler Sardinia, OH John Elliot Super Advisor! Staunton, VA Edwin S. Harrison Jr. Donors Anonymous Damascus, VA Ladoga, IN Wolcott, NY Hal and Nancy Johnson Lois and Herman Albertine June Heiman T Lee Carter Memorial Bill & Kim Stagg 2010 Carolyn Bauchle Davenport, WA In Memory of Randy Ward Ag Fernandina Beach, FL Phoenix, AZ Hoover C. Settle Jr. “Pete” Jay Carter William and Kim Stagg Brownsburg, IN Teach Roger and Barbara Heiman Donors Anonymous McDonald, PA Kyle MacDonald Get R Done Zionsville, IN M. Carolyn Chambers Tommy Hartsfi eld Margaret Churchman Tuscon, AZ Paul Brankle Dave & Linda Laughlin Kristine Kussman O. Bottrell Adv. C-M FFA Woodstock, VA Indianapolis, IN El Centro, CA Westland, MI Percival A. Lewis Indianapolis, IN Nina and Kent Crutchfi eld “66” MMS Peter Muhlenberg Middle School Roberta Donahue and Jim Wold Steve and Rhonda Brown Woodstock, VA Patricia Henderson Romance, AR Milt Luckstead Sr 35th IA FFA Indianapolis, IN Stephen Hedges Alexandria, VA Monroe Striggow Douglas Hedges Orange, VA Alumni President 2007-2008 Frankfort, IL Larry & Joy Case 25 Yr Ross Hicks Casandra Butler Prairie Grove FFA Chapter, AR Vineland, NJ Milton Luckstead Indianapolis, IN Todd Lewis Tipton, IN Renee Durham Wayne & Kathy Tatman Milestone Donor Zionsville, IN Martelle, IA Thomas Kapostasy and Suzanne Maki Eldon Heimgartner Dean Brian Johnson Roberta Donahue and Jim Wold Marty Tatman National FFA Foundation Carmel, IN John Gerwels Newcastle, OK Indianapolis, IN Mike and Wilda Eade Family Harry Gerdes Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN Kevin Keith Clarkston, WA Paul Mikesell William P. and Antonette R. Hottel Michael and Wilda Eade Richard Lunz Ronald and Susan Tidrow Oskaloosa FFA Oskaloosa, Iowa Harrisburg, PA Freddie Hollenbeck Peggy Cordes Winchester, VA Suwanee, GA Fairmont, MN Patrick and Suzanne Tidrow Oskaloosa High School Rita Robertson Diana CarrTrumble Fort Myers, FL Wm. Jay and Sharon Jackman Jan Eberly 1st Lady Nat. Pres. Mr. John Hines - PA East Indianapolis, IN Oskaloosa, IA Whiteland, IN Kansas City, MO Dell Nunaley Versailles, KY Howard Eberly Juniata FFA Vawter Family Robert & Pauline Wells 25 Maria Romine John Jones Cornelius Richard Karelse Pauletta Rist Fallbrook, CA Richard and Tina McAlister Barbara and Doug Vawter Indianapolis, IN Fishers, IN Yr Milestone Donor Sherry Anderson Indianapolis, IN Fawcett Family West Branch, IA McAlisterville, PA Zionsville, IN Marilyn Ross Kevin Keith National FFA Foundation Canandian Lakes, MI Ken Fawcett Indianapolis, IN Indianapolis, IN George Osumi Harrisburg, PA ND Supporters - Jean and Bernard Howard Cotter Flanagan, IL Kathryn Boltz West Branch, IA Amber Smyer Kristain Mills Tammy Meyer Jeff Vissering Ronnie Ansley 2007-2008 Alumni Grand Ledge, MI Meyer Indianapolis, IN Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Lincoln, NE Bobridge Farms Brook, IN Terry E and Patricia Bowerman Tammy Meyer President Katy Mumaw Steve and Linda Flaig Lincoln, NE Ethel Graves Cave Imlay City, MI Kathy Patterson John White Lincoln FFA National FFA Alumni Kevin Keith Lori Billows Indianapolis, IN Montezuma, IN William D. and Janice J. Butcher Marshall Poole Conv Tech Director Mr. and Mrs. White White Cherryvale, KS Harrisburg, PA Ocean, NJ Elizabeth Pagett Centreville, MI Rocky Ford FFA Colorado Marshall Poole New Holland, IL Western FFA Barry, Illinois Indianapolis, IN H. Lewis Chambers Robert and Monica A Craig Tony Peterson Garrett Grasmick Las Vegas, NM Rolling Acres Robert L. Wilson Western FFA Chapter John and Amy Rakestraw Ruth Dauber St. Johns, MI Daniel Beckstrom La Junta, CO Robert Wilson Barry, IL Longmont, CO George A Rahm Lansdale, PA Donald H and Helen S Crandall Apple Valley, MN Mr. Barrett Mound City, MO Litchfi eld, IL Marilyn Ross George Rahm Gary and Laura Isadore Gaylord, MI Gale Hagee Wayne Proffi tt Indianapolis, IN Doland, SD Smethport, PA Jerry and Gert Dailey Frank Nolen Elgin, OK John and Melinda Russell Doland P. and Gayle B. Smith Midland, MI Grottoes, VA Gore, VA Lansdale, PA Kenneth G and Leona M Daniels Ralph Rector Dennis and Debra Sargent A.W. and Harriet W. Unrath Sterling, MI Deanna Hines Zionsville, IN Line Lexington, PA Rod Evans It is because of sponsors like yourself that the FFA is able to acknowledge its members. Once again thank you for your continuous support. Wentzville, MO Kevin Schrier Homer, MI Brownsburg, IN Ivan and Jean Ryan Sincerely, Sue Blagg

45 46 2009 Board of Trustees 2009 Board of Trustees Executive Committee President Treasurer Joel Larsen Larry D. Case Marion D. Fletcher Program Specialist Agricultural Education Chief Executive Offi cer Executive Treasurer Minnesota Department of Education National FFA Foundation National FFA Foundation Adult and Career Education Alexandria, VA Little Rock, AR Roseville, MN

Vice President Melody Alford Paul Moya Sally Shomo Director of Global Sourcing President Instructor – Agricultural Education Tractor Supply Company National FFA Organization Beverley Manor Middle School Brentwood, TN Los Lunas, NM Staunton, VA Brett Evans Jeff Simmons Secretary State FFA Executive Secretary Global President Steve A. Brown Utah FFA Association Elanco Executive Secretary Logan, UT Greenfi eld, IN National FFA Foundation Alexandria, VA Vern Hawkins President NAFTA Regions Syngenta Crop Protection Greensboro, NC 2009 Board of Trustees Back Row (Left to Right): Carl Igo, Robert B. Calvin, Bryan Myers, Vern Hawkins, Jeff Simmons, Paul Moya, Members Larry D. Case - President, James Barbee, Joel Larson, Steve Brown - Secretary, Ray Nash Front Row (Left to Right): Curt Lucas, Brett Evans, Melody Alford, Marion D. Fletcher - Treasurer, Robert B. Calvin Bryan L. Garton Brian E .Myers Sally Shomo - Vice President, Wilbur Chancellor, Alan Spencer Instructor – Agricultural Education Professor, Associate Dean & Director Assistant Professor, Agricultural Not Pictured: Bryan L. Garton & John Rakestraw Troy Buchanan High School of Academic Programs, College of Ag, Food Education and Communication Troy, MO & Nat. Resources University of Florida University of Missouri Gainesville, FL Jim Barbee Columbia, MO State FFA Advisor, Ray Nash Nevada FFA Association Carl Igo Instructor – Agricultural Education Nevada Department of Education Division of Agricultural Education Biggersville High School Carson City, NV Montana State University Corinth, MS Bozeman, MT Wilbur Chancellor John Rakestraw State Supervisor of Agriculture Education Curt Lucas Chief Executive Offi cer Mississippi Department of Education State FFA Advisor/Program Midwest PMS Mississippi State, MS Consultant Ag Ed Longmont, CO Kentucky Department of Education, Career Thomas Jay Dormody and Technical Education Alan Spencer Professor, Agricultural and Extension Education Frankfort, KY Executive Secretary/Treasurer, New Mexico State University Iowa FFA Association Las Cruces, NM Iowa Department of Education Thank you for your continued sponsorship of the FFA Organization. Many of its members realize that to walk across the stage at the Des Moines, IA state or national convention takes a lot of talent and hard work. It is because of talent and hard work that I have succeeded this early in life through FFA and school. I have always been told that in the long run hard work will eventually pay off, and in this case it has. The money that you have awarded me will be used to pursue my academic endeavors next year at Iowa State University in the area of Agricultural Engineering. It is because of the award I received and your continued support of the FFA that I say, “Thank You.” Thank you for these competitions that help students like me participate and succeed in a fun and interesting area like emerging agriculture. Sincerely, Brian McEvoy Thanks, Lilia Chavez

47 48 $16,000,000 $14,628,987 $14,481,587 $14,000,000 $13,555,497 $12,846,233

$11,594,367 $12,000,000

$10,000,000 $9,355,506

$8,000,000

$6,000,000

2009 Financial Statement $4,000,000 2009 Financial Statement Six-Year Combined Contribution Review $2,000,000

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$16,000,000 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Corporate Foundation/ Individual Other $14,628,987 $14,481,587 Government FFA Chapters, Commodity Groups $14,000,000 $13,555,497 and Universities $12,846,233

$11,594,367 $12,000,000

$10,000,000 $9,355,506 2009 Contribution Source Distribution

$8,000,000

$6,000,000 85%

$4,000,000

$2,000,000

$- 6% 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 6% 3%

Source 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 Corporate $7,242,061 $9,520,766 $10,944,121 $11,544,327 $12,559,784 $12,350,623 Foundation/ $1,426,354 $975,862 $1,233,931 $1,040,990 $918,525 $908,587 Government Individual $301,363 $468,706 $425,264 $550,857 $544,193 $425,178 Other $385,728 $629,033 $242,917 $419,323 $606,485 $797,199 Total $9,355,506 $11,594,367 $12,846,233 $13,555,497 $14,628,987 $14,481,587

I would like to say thank you. The FFA Organization has instilled confi dence and leadership in my children. It is an organization like Thank you so much for sponsoring the Specialty Animal Production Profi ciency Award. My SAE project is raising dairy and meat no other for these kids. Thanks for all that you do and keep up the great work. goats. I was very excited to represent Iowa at the national level. Again, thank you so much for your support of the FFA Organization. Thanks Again, Jane Rosenau, Carrington, ND Sincerely, Kimberly Jordan

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