The Direction of National FFA Alumni Association 2011

National FFA Alumni Update Long-Term Strategic Goals: – For every FFA chapter to have an active, fully engaged FFA Alumni affiliate – To become leaders in advocacy at the local level

Membership Challenge 2011 Membership Challenge: – Grow FFA Alumni affiliates by 11% per state – Grow FFA Alumni membership by 11% nationwide

Membership Challenge Resources Membership Challenge Handbook FFA Alumni Commercial Promotional Ads Recruitment PowerPoint Template FFA Alumni products for promotion Available at under the Resources tab

Investment in the Future

Giving Back Program SupportedAmount Given in 2010 Washington Leadership Conference Scholarships$87, American FFA Degree Recipient Scholarship$1, Agriculture Teacher College Scholarships$5, Life Member Memorial Scholarships$1, State Rebates$15, New/Reactivating Affiliate Incentive Program$1, Awards$ Local Program Support (LPS) Grants$20, Alumni Development Conference (ADC) Grants$7, ADC Scholarships (Campbell Barn project)$2, National Council for Agricultural Education Contribution$5, Postsecondary Agricultural Student Association (PAS) Contribution$1, National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) Contribution$6, Ag Ed Opportunity Fund Contribution$14, NAAE Outstanding Middle/Secondary School Ag Ed Program$15, TOTAL: $182,911.75

Webinar Series 2011 Topics Advocating for your local FFA chapter & Ag Ed program Communicating the FFA Alumni message Conducting Effective membership Drives FFA Alumni 101: Overview of structure and programs Fundraising Ideas FFA Alumni Affiliate & Member Retention Starting a local FFA Alumni Visit to view past webinars and register for upcoming sessions!

NATIONAL FFA ALUMNI WEBSITE News, Updates & Important Dates Mission, Values & Goals of National FFA Alumni National FFA Alumni Council & Staff contact information How to Join! How to start/reactivate an affiliate Award & Grant Programs and applications Resources to promote, recruit, train and advocate National FFA Alumni events and programs Official Manual & Bylaws of the National FFA Alumni

Focus on Advocacy & Growth News You Can Use Ideas Unlimited Round Table Discussion Important Dates Upcoming Events Inspiring Stories Recognition of Alumni NEW VISIONS NEWSLETTER

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On the Horizon Agriculture Career Network – Online Membership System Reconnect Campaign

Celebrating

FFA Alumni Development Conference

2011 ADC Little Rock, Arkansas July 20-24, 2011 Registration open April 1 – June 1 at Participant Cost: $500 (travel costs to/from location responsibility of participant) Official State Representative: $300 (Each state receives a $200 grant for one person) Non-Alumni spouses & family are welcome to attend for a non-participant fee Don’t miss this chance to celebrate our 40 th Anniversary! Learn how to grow your Alumni, sharpen your advocating skills and refine your recruiting techniques!

National FFA Alumni Convention

2011 National FFA Alumni Convention October 19-21: Silent Benefit Auction October 20: Workshops Awards Session Alumni Nation October 21: Business Session Alumni Nation Live Benefit Auction Indianapolis, Indiana October 19-21, 2011

Puerto Rico Celebration Trip April 2012 Educational and cultural trip to experience Puerto Rico Visit for updates on registration, agenda, etc.

Your Voice

Contacts National FFA Alumni Council Info. Available at National FFA Alumni Staff 317/

Questions Thank you for your support of FFA Alumni, FFA and Agricultural Education!