With fall in full swing, students are back in school, and the harvest season is well underway. Our Idaho FFA members and the Idaho FFA Foundation had a busy and rewarding summer, filled with memorable and impactful activities, and we hope your summer was equally productive and enjoyable.
Driving Success: Summer Golf Tournaments
This summer, the Foundation hosted four successful and enjoyable golf tournaments across Idaho, bringing together many friends and supporters of Idaho FFA. On behalf of the board of directors, I want to extend our sincere thanks for making time to join us and support the future of agriculture and FFA. The funds raised from these tournaments play a crucial role in supporting Foundation programs, such as offsetting travel costs for State-winning Career Development Event teams as they prepare to compete at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis this fall. By reducing the financial burden on chapters, we enable advisors to focus on coaching their teams and helping them achieve success.
Launching the 15th Annual Scholarship Raffle
As we closed out the 14th Annual Scholarship Raffle, the program wrapped up with a fantastic response — selling 6,017 tickets! Congratulations to Doug Lammle of Nampa, who won a brand new UTV! For those who want to try your hand at winning this year, now’s your chance! The 15th Annual Scholarship Raffle tickets are available through May 30, 2025. You can purchase yours through your local FFA Chapter or by visiting growidahoffa.org/scholarship-raffle/. Each $20 ticket supports over $25,000 in college scholarships annually. Half of the proceeds benefit the chapter that sold the ticket and the other half goes to the statewide scholarship program.
Support the Gift of Blue Program
Last year, the Idaho FFA Foundation provided 132 FFA jackets to deserving students across the state, thanks to the generosity of our supporters. For many, receiving their own blue jacket symbolizes pride, belonging, and a commitment to their future in agriculture. However, there are still students who need help obtaining this iconic jacket. By donating to the Gift of Blue program, you can help provide these students with a tangible connection to their FFA journey. Your contribution, big or small, ensures more Idaho FFA members can proudly wear the blue jacket. Each jacket is $125. To donate, visit growidahoffa.org/donate-today/ by November 18, 2024. Thank you for investing in the future of Idaho’s agricultural leaders.
Good luck to you all, and have a safe and enjoyable Fall season.
Thank you!
Jerry Olson
Idaho FFA Foundation Board of Directors, Chairman
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New Scholarship Endowment
The Idaho FFA Foundation was honored this summer to work with Houck Farms in Northern Idaho to endow over $50,000 towards college scholarships for Idaho FFA members. Congratulations to the Houck Family on their Idaho Century Farm award! Read more
Idaho FFA contestants headed to Indiana in October
Over 95 Idaho FFA members have been diligently studying for the upcoming National FFA Convention Career and Leadership Development contests. Convention is happening Oct. 23-26 in Indianapolis, IN. Stay up to date on how everyone is doing on the national stage on the IFFAF website and social media. Good luck to all the contestants! Read more
Tee Up FORE FFA: Summer 2024 Recap
Thank you to all of the sponsors, golfers, and volunteers who participated in our Golf Tournaments across Idaho this summer! It was so great to interact with friends of Idaho FFA during some amazing days on the golf course! Read more
14th Annual Scholarship Raffle Drawing
Thank you to the Director of the Idaho State Department of Agriculture, Chanel Tewalt, for joining us and drawing the tickets! Check out who’s winning ticket was drawn this summer to win the 2023 UTV and more! Read more
Gift of Blue Program
Last year, the Idaho FFA Foundation gifted 132 corduroy blue jackets to deserving students across Idaho. Jacket donations are $125 each and help support students starting their FFA journey! We are kindly seeking donations before November 18 for this school year. Give the Gift of Blue
Idaho FFA College and Washington Leadership Conference Scholarships open
The Idaho FFA Foundation will award $82,000 in college scholarships, and six travel and registration scholarships for Washington Leadership Conference attendees this year! Due Dec. 6. Read more
Save the date for the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl!
Watch for more updates regarding discount FFA tickets for the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl, taking place in Boise, ID on Dec. 23. See you there!
Thank you for catching up on this edition of The Corduroy Connection. We would love to hear from you! Email staff@growidahoffa.org to reach us. We are grateful for you!
Many thanks,
Carly, Lindsey, Amie, and Lydia
Idaho FFA Foundation
