The DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation is asking
members to consider donating to "An ACRE for Agriculture" and
fund ag literacy efforts in DeKalb County.
Farm Bureau’s ag literacy program has made
significant strides in the last several years but the organization
recognizes that more needs to be done. With the help of the Foundation, ag
literacy projects will reinforce an understanding of the farm and food
connection.
Whether it’s in the classroom or the community, the
agricultural story needs to be told. Ag literacy efforts may include
getting accurate ag books in the hands of impressionable young children or
working to correct misconceptions among adults.
This is the second year for the DCFB Foundation to
launch "An ACRE for Agriculture" campaign and solicit members
for donations.
The Foundation supports projects which:
• Infuse agriculture into classroom programs with students and
teachers
• Provide scholarships for persons studying agriculture, science, health
and related fields
• Encourage research and education designed to improve crop and
livestock production
• Conduct seminars and schools for educational, scientific and
leadership purposes in agriculture
• Document historical developments of DeKalb County Farm Bureau and the
agricultural industry.
Various levels of funding are being suggested with an
emphasis on "An ACRE for Agriculture" level of $1,000. This
level was conceived by using the equation: 200 bushels of corn per acre x
$5 per bushel = $1,000.
However, the Foundation also allows for other levels of
donations such as the Grain Silo level of $500, the Grain Bin level of
$250 and the Corn Crib level of $100, plus silver, gold and platinum
levels exceeding the $1,000 "An ACRE for Agriculture"
contribution.
The Foundation will accept charitable contributions of
money, property, securities from any persons. Endowments can also be
established with funds directed for specific purposes by the donor to
create a legacy for the future.
For more information about "An ACRE for Agriculture" contact
the DeKalb County Farm Bureau office, 815/756-6361.
