Grateful, as we head into the last month of the year, is how we are feeling. The Wisconsin FFA Foundation has had a successful year because of YOU, our sponsors and supporters! Your generosity continues to shape meaningful opportunities for FFA members across the state.

Below, you’ll find information on additional ways to get involved, along with examples of how your support is making a real difference in the lives of students today.

GIVING TUESDAY - DECEMBER 2, 2025

Four days until #GivingTuesday — a global day of generosity!

This year, we’re excited to partner with Compeer Financial to make Giving Tuesday a success. Compeer Financial will match the first $2,500 donated, doubling your impact for more than 27,000 Wisconsin FFA members and helping provide increased financial resources and opportunities.

But we can’t do it without you! Here are a few ways you can help us give the gift of FFA on Giving Tuesday, December 2:
❤️ Make a donation
❤️ Share the Message
❤️Start a Mini-Fundraiser

Don’t want to wait? Donate today to help us reach our Giving Tuesday goal:
https://wisconsinffa.app.neoncrm.com/forms/givingtuesday2025

ROOTED IN GIVING CIRCLE UPDATE

One month ago, the Wisconsin FFA Foundation launched the Rooted in Giving Circle, a new community of supporters committed to sustaining FFA through recurring monthly gifts. We are excited to share that the program is off to a strong start, with 23 members joining  so far:

We extend our sincere appreciation to these supporters for helping launch the Rooted in Giving Circle with such positive momentum!

Contributions to the Rooted In Giving Circle are allocated to the Wisconsin FFA Foundation's Annual Fund and helps the Foundation offer leadership and career development events, awards, grants, and many other opportunities to Wisconsin FFA's 27,000 members.

Gifts can begin at just $5 per month, making it easy for anyone to make a lasting impact. All members enjoy exclusive benefits, including special event invitations, member only emails, and more with additional perks available at higher giving levels. 

Our goal is have 50 Rooted in Giving Circle members by the Wisconsin FFA Convention. With 23 already committed, we invite you to help us reach this milestone and grow a community rooted together for Wisconsin FFA.

Join the program or learn about membership benefits by visiting: https://wisconsinffa.app.neoncrm.com/forms/rootedingivingcircle

AGRISCIENCE FAIR GRANTS OPEN

The Wisconsin FFA Foundation and Wisconsin Farm-To-Power are teaming up to offer grants of up to $250 for Agriscience Fair projects focused on renewable energy!

Topics can be in any area of Agriscience, meaning research may relate to:
Animal Systems, Environmental/Natural Resources, Food Products & Processing, Plant Systems, Power, Structural & Technical Systems, or Social Science. Share this with an FFA member who loves exploring big questions!

📅 Applications are due January 15, 2026, at 4:59 PM: https://forms.gle/pTMikdSzw515UhM78

NATIONAL FFA CONVENTION

We’re proud to celebrate an incredible showing by Wisconsin FFA at the 98th National FFA Convention. Here are some of the highlights:

• 12 Wisconsin Delegates helped guide the future direction of the organization.
• 129 American Degree Recipients achieved the highest degree in FFA.
• 11 Honorary American Degree Recipients were recognized for their outstanding contributions.
• Mary Schrieber, retired as National FFA Central Region Vice President

Many Wisconsin FFA members earned their spot on the main stage for their hard work in Leadership Development Events (LDEs), Career Development Events (CDEs), Agriscience Fair, and more!

👉 For a full list of results, check out the latest Wisconsin FFA Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/35rw823h

Want to help Wisconsin FFA Foundation support more opportunities like these? Reach out to us at execdirector@wisconsinffafoundation.org to learn how you can make an impact—whether by sponsoring a CDE, LDE, or supporting many other areas.

WISCONSIN FFA FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS FALL MEETING

The Wisconsin FFA Foundation Board of Directors gathered for their Fall Meeting on Thursday, November 6.

During these meetings, board members play a vital role in guiding the work of the Foundation through committee efforts, strategic planning, and financial oversight. We are grateful for our board members’ dedication to advancing the success of the Wisconsin FFA Foundation—and ultimately supporting Wisconsin FFA members!

In addition to attending four meetings each year, board members also attend monthly committee meetings and help make valuable connections to benefit the Wisconsin FFA Foundation. Alongside the Wisconsin FFA Foundation staff, the Board of Directors are excellent resources to connect with.

Find their contact information here: https://wisconsinaged.org/contact-foundation

 2026 WISCONSIN FFA CONVENTION EXPO