California FFA News Summer 2018 | Page 8

EXPLORING THE ENTITIES WITHIN THE CALIFORNIA FFA CENTER CALIFORNIA FFA FOUNDATION CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION, FFA CALIFORNIA AGRICULTURAL TEACHERS’ ASSOCIATION  The California FFA Foundation builds partnerships with industry, education, government, foundations and individuals to secure resources to support the FFA mission. Governed by a board of directors comprised of educators, business leaders, individual donors and FFA alumni; board members work diligently to strengthen existing relationships and develop new partnerships to provide support for FFA. • The California FFA Foundation exists to support FFA members and agricultural education. It’s our goal to grow and strengthen the impact of FFA and agricultural education, so each student can develop their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. HOW FFA FOUNDATION SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE 976 FFA jackets have been gifted to California FFA members through our Giving Tuesday campaign. Over $235,000 in conference and academic scholarships are provided annually. Sectional, Regional and State awards are provided for 48 Proficiency categories, 36 Career Development Events, and eight Leadership Awards. California FFANEWS • PAGE 8 • Summer 2018