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Today, we are proud to share we've
exceeded our 2M goal—raising:

$3,852,853 in
support of
California FFA
students.

 

Thanks to the generosity of donors across California, we've surpassed that goal—empowering the next generation.

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The “Seeds of Impact” campaign was inspired by longtime friends and fellow agricultural leaders, the Boswell family, to recognize John and Gail Kautz’s lifetime of farming, philanthropy, and support for FFA. The James G. Boswell Foundation has pledged $1 million toward this $2 million campaign, which invests in the next generation of California agricultural leaders. By honoring the Kautzes, the Boswells aim to unite California’s agricultural community, celebrate legacy, and provide students with opportunities to grow, lead, and innovate in the industry.

Continue the Impact

 

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Your Impact at a Glance

But these numbers tell only part of the story.
Every dollar raised helped fund real
opportunities for students to lead, grow, and
thrive in agricultural education.

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$3.8M+

Raised

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660

New donors per year on average (vs. 420 in prior years)

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108,194

Record student membership participation

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31%

Increase in active donor participation

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Because of You, They Grow

The Seeds of Impact campaign funded student leadership development, hands-on learning, and critical access to FFA programs in every corner of California. From chapter grants to state leadership conferences, the ripple effect of your giving is already shaping the future of agriculture.

 

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Our world depends on agriculture. Whether it's the food you eat, the clothes you wear, or the house that you live in, it is up to the youth of this country to ensure agriculture continues to flourish.

 — Alma, (Madera South High School FFA)

 

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Looking Ahead:
Our 100-Year Legacy

As we close this chapter, we look toward our next. The Seeds of Impact campaign has positioned us to serve more students than ever before—just as we prepare to celebrate 100 years of California FFA. Your generosity has helped lay the foundation for the next century of agricultural education.

Donate to support the future

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Continue the Legacy

Every gift—big or small—makes a lasting difference.

Donate Now

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Read more about:

The Kautz family legacy

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Resources

Agricultural education strives to maintain its status on the cutting-edge of rigorous classroom instruction, relevant skill acquisition and premier leadership development. Check out the expansive and evolving catalog of resources to generate new ideas, enhance curriculum delivery skills or identify new ways to engage in FFA and SAE activities.

Beginning in the early 20th century in California, agricultural education has a long tradition of preparing students for rigorous, satisfying careers both within and outside of the industry. As a school-based learning program, agricultural education operates as a unit within the California Department of Education and is written into the state’s legislative education code.

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Rich in history with an eye toward the future, California’s school-based agricultural education program seeks to prepare all students for satisfying careers in and outside of the agriculture industry. The multi-faceted approach to growing the whole person includes a focus on character and interpersonal skill development, technical acumen and critical thinking capabilities.

 

Events

From personal growth to career skill enhancement, the focus of California’s agricultural education events is always on the experiential development of the student. With activities ranging from local to national, the statewide organization offers a number of premier events each year that are suited to best meet the interests of an ever-diversifying student population.

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Stay updated on the latest news from the California Association FFA and the California Department of Education. Select from archived newsletters covering chapter spotlights, alumni stories, and statewide agricultural education initiatives. Stay informed, inspired, and engaged with everything happening across California FFA and Ag Education.

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The mission of the California FFA Foundation is to promote, aid, and assist, financially or otherwise, California FFA to ensure the success of Agricultural Education by preparing tomorrow's agricultural leaders, today.

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California FFA Foundation’s goal is to provide individuals, businesses, foundations, and others the opportunity to invest in the premier secondary Agricultural Education leadership development program in California: FFA. The Foundation provides award recognition for student projects, competitive team events, leadership development events, as well as leadership training conferences.

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