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Angus Foundation Celebrates 35 Years
Fri, 06 Nov 2015 15:38:42 CST
For more than three decades, the Angus Foundation has fostered investments toward the future of the Angus breed. Through support for Angus education, youth and research, the nonprofit arm of the American Angus Association provides invaluable insight and opportunities for those involved with Angus cattle.
The Angus Foundation celebrated a milestone 35th anniversary during its Supporter Recognition Event, hosted Nov. 2 at the Sheraton in Overland Park, Kan., prior to the start of the 2015 Angus Means Business National Convention & Trade Show.
The evening event also honored Angus Foundation supporters who have contributed $250 or more during the past fiscal year (Oct. 1, 2014 Sept. 30, 2015).
"The Angus Foundation's growth and progress these past 35 years can only be attributed to visionary Angus breeders, allied industry interests and friends," says Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president. "We're grateful for their continued support in our mission to advance the Angus breed through education, youth and research."
More than 200 attendees enjoyed a delicious meal featuring the Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) brand, while the following emcees led the evening's festivities: National Junior Angus Board (NJAB) Chairman Alex Rogen, Brandon, S.D.; NJAB Foundation Director Evan Woodbury, Quenemo, Kan.; and Angus Foundation Board Chairman Charlie Boyd, May's Lick, Ky.
"Celebrating 35 years of the Angus Foundation is a milestone not only for the Angus breed, but also for the countless individuals and families who benefit from its efforts," Boyd says. "Pride overwhelms you when you see countless people who are able to go one step further in college because of scholarships, evaluate their herd better because of research or strengthen their knowledge through educational events all because of Angus Foundation-funded initiatives."
During the event, the Angus Foundation announced that during fiscal year 2015, the organization reached an all-time record for total revenue.
"Our total revenue in 2015 topped $11.3 million," Jenkins says. "Our ability to fund scholarships, conduct research and continue education continues to grow. Each gift helps us fulfill that mission. Our sincere thanks to our donors who make this possible."
Radio Oklahoma Network Farm Director Ron Hays recently caught up with Angus Foundation President Milford Jenkins at the Cattlemen's Boot Camp in Stillwater. Click or tap here to listen to the full interview.
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