DIRECTOR’S REMARKS
Last quarter was full of momentum at the Missouri FFA Foundation. From surprise visits to teachers recognized as Golden Owl Award finalists to celebrating student achievements at the Missouri FFA State Convention, it’s the support from you, our donors and sponsors who made it all possible. Because of your generosity, hundreds of students at state convention received awards and scholarships. You’ve also helped fund training for the statewide leadership of Missouri FFA. Along the way, we’ve obtained reports from dozens of students who received SAE grants, and nearly 45 schools that benefited from classroom grants. These grants brought to life greenhouses, food science labs, drone aviation programs, hydroponic systems, and ag mech buildings—investments that are shaping the future of agricultural ed. If you're not already following us on social media, be sure to check out our See It Saturdays, where we highlight these inspiring projects. As always, we hope the brief stories in this report offer a glimpse into the real-world impact of your support. You are helping build a more knowledgeable and prepared generation of agricultural leaders across Missouri. Have a wonderful summer! We’ll update you again in September.
Heather Dimitt-Fletcher Missouri FFA Foundation Executive Director
March GOLDEN OWL FINALISTS In March, our foundation team and ag education state staff, traveled around the state to surprise seven teachers recognized as finalists for this year’s Golden Owl Award. Finalists received a $500 cash prize in recognition of their commitment to improving the quality of ag education in Missouri, their belief in the future of agriculture, their diligent work and dedication to shaping the future of the industry.
April MISSOURI FFA STATE CONVENTION Missouri FFA Members Danced With Opportunity at the 97th Missouri FFA State Convention! With more than 9,400 attendees, including more than 5,000 students representing 285 FFA chapters gathered together at the Hearnes Center in Columbia, MO, it was definitely a celebration of students knowledge and skills in the agriculture industry. We are incredibly thankful for our sponsors and donors who support our members, advisors, parents and other supporters to celebrate agricultural education!