ARKANSAS FFA FOUNDATION INC

What ARKANSAS FFA FOUNDATION INC does

Arkansas FFA Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation established in 1928 and headquartered at 301 Catherine Park Road, Hot Springs, Arkansas. It is the charitable and fundraising arm of Arkansas FFA (Future Farmers of America), operating within the constitution of the National FFA Organization and in partnership with the Arkansas Department of Career Education and the Arkansas Vocational Ag Teachers Association (AVATA). The Foundation supports 18,228 FFA members across 217 chapters and 338 agricultural science teachers, funding scholarships (20+ students annually), Career Development Event (CDE) and Leadership Development Event (LDE) awards, travel to National Convention for state CDE winners, leadership conferences, and the SAE Disaster Relief Fund. It operates the Marion D. Fletcher Leadership Center at Camp Couchdale, which serves as the primary venue for the Greenhand Conference, IMPACT Conference, and the Arkansas Ag Education & FFA Internship. The Foundation also runs the annual State Convention & Expo (3,500 attendees), the Ag in Action Center at the Arkansas State Fair, the Legendary Owl Hall of Fame and Blue Jacket Society donor-recognition programs, and facilitates participation in the World Food Prize Global Youth Institute and Washington Leadership Conference. Revenue is generated through individual and corporate donations (online via DonorPerfect and mail), a state specialty license plate program administered through the Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration, FFA Alumni membership fees, and targeted fundraising programs including Blue Jacket Society, Cattlemen for the Corduroy, and Rice Bushels for the Blue. The Foundation is governed by an independent Board of Directors drawn from Business and Industry representatives, AVATA representatives, Arkansas FFA representatives, and Ag-Education State Staff, with 1–10 employees. The geographic scope is Arkansas-only, with no evidence of international revenue operations.

Name

ARKANSAS FFA FOUNDATION INC

Legal name

Arkansas FFA Foundation, Inc.

Website

https://arkansasffa.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1928

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Arkansas FFA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit fundraising arm of Arkansas FFA, raising and distributing donations to fund scholarships, leadership conferences, and competitive events for 18,228 student members across 217 chapters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Education Non-Profit Foundation

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

akta.pro primary industry

Education Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Scholarship & Fellowship Foundations and Trusts (EDADAHAC), Community Foundations (BPAGAKAB)

Keywords

• Agricultural education foundation
• Youth leadership development
• FFA scholarship programs
• Nonprofit fundraising events
• Career development events

Headquarters

HQ city

Hot Springs Village

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: The foundation raises funds through various programs including the Blue Jacket Society, Cattlemen for the Corduroy, Rice Bushels for the Blue Program, and general donations to support FFA members and chapters.
2. License Plate Sales: Specialty license plates through Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration promote academic growth in Agriculture through the FFA program, with proceeds benefiting the foundation.
3. Membership Fees: FFA Alumni annual fees and membership rosters support the alumni organization.

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Arkansas FFA Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation that raises funds to support Arkansas FFA members across 217 chapters. It provides scholarships (20+ students annually), awards for Career Development Events and Leadership Development Events, travel expenses to National Convention for state CDE winners, and funds for leadership conferences, supervised agricultural experience (SAE) disaster relief, and chapter support. Its offering is centered on fundraising and financial support for agricultural education programs.

Product overview

Arkansas Agricultural Education & FFA is a youth leadership development organization operating through a multi-component structure. The Arkansas FFA Association serves as the core organization (chartered 1928) providing Career Development Events and Leadership Development Events for 18,228 members across 217 chapters. The Arkansas FFA Foundation functions as the 501(c)(3) fundraising arm offering scholarships and awards. The portfolio includes signature programs such as the annual State Convention & Expo (3,500 attendees), Camp Couchdale-based conferences (Greenhand Conference for new members, IMPACT Conference for upperclassmen), and the paid Arkansas Ag Education & FFA Internship for future teachers. Additional offerings include the FFA Alumni & Supporters program, the Arkansas Vocational Ag Teachers Association (AVATA), recognition programs like the Legendary Owl Hall of Fame and Blue Jacket Society, and participation in national programs including the Washington Leadership Conference and World Food Prize Global Youth Institute.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• AVATA: Arkansas Vocational Ag Teachers Association - professional organization for agriculture science teachers and supporters of agriculture education, state affiliation of the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE).
• Legendary Owl Hall of Fame
• Blue Jacket Society

Products and services

• Arkansas FFA Association The main state FFA association chartered in 1928, providing leadership development, Career Development Events (CDEs), Leadership Development Events (LDEs), and chapter support for 18,228 FFA members across 217 chapters.
• Arkansas FFA Foundation The 501(c)(3) charitable arm that raises funds to benefit FFA members and chapters, providing scholarships for over twenty students annually, awards for CDE and proficiency winners, and travel expenses to National Convention.
• FFA Alumni & Supporters Program A membership program for former FFA members who provide support for local FFA chapters through fundraising, volunteer work, and community advocacy.
• Career Development Events (CDE) Competitive events ranging from floriculture to mechanics that help students develop critical thinking, communication, and job market skills. Members can compete individually or in teams across 19 different CDEs.
• Leadership Development Events (LDE) Competitive leadership events where students compete individually and in teams at sub-area, state, and national levels.
• State Convention & Expo Annual three-day convention featuring arena production, expo, workshops, and career and leadership development contests.
• Greenhand Conference Annual introductory leadership conference for first-year FFA members held at Camp Couchdale, focusing on the Three Circle Model of Agricultural Education and FFA basics.
• IMPACT Conference Four-day leadership conference for 10th-12th grade FFA members held at Camp Couchdale, focusing on personal growth, goal setting, values identification, habits, and resilience.
• Summer Ag Teachers' Conference Annual professional development conference for agricultural educators providing training, networking, and educational resources.
• Chapter Presidents' Conference Annual conference for FFA chapter presidents to develop leadership skills and learn about FFA programs and opportunities.
• Arkansas Ag Education & FFA Internship A paid summer opportunity for college students interested in becoming Ag Teachers, providing experience planning state conventions and summer leadership conferences alongside Arkansas FFA State Staff.
• Washington Leadership Conference A national FFA leadership conference (WLC) that Arkansas FFA members can attend, scheduled for 2026 with multiple week options.
• Legendary Owl Hall of Fame Recognition program honoring agricultural educators for lifetime dedication and contributions to agricultural education, with induction requiring a minimum $5,000 donation.
• Blue Jacket Society Recognition program where donors' FFA jackets are displayed in shadow boxes at Camp Couchdale, with funds supporting enriching FFA experiences for future generations.
• Ag in Action Center Interactive agricultural education exhibit at the Arkansas State Fair where FFA chapters showcase Arkansas commodities including beef, poultry, forestry, and horticulture through hands-on demonstrations.
• World Food Prize Global Youth Institute International program where Arkansas FFA members research global hunger issues, present findings, and interact with world leaders on food security topics.
• Arkansas Vocational Ag Teachers Association (AVATA) A professional organization for agriculture science teachers and supporters of agricultural education, affiliated with the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE). Provides awards, scholarships, and professional development.
• Camp Couchdale A camp facility in Hot Springs, Arkansas that hosts leadership conferences, the Arkansas Ag Education & FFA Internship, and various FFA events including Greenhand Conference and IMPACT Conference. Houses the Marion D. Fletcher Leadership Center.

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Arkansas Farm BureaucoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2025Partner in the 2025 Ag in Action Center, helping FFA members showcase agriculture including beef and other commodities to the public.
• Arkansas RiceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2025Partner in the 2025 Ag in Action Center educational exhibits showcasing Arkansas agricultural commodities.
• Arkansas Forestry AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2025Partner in the 2025 Ag in Action Center educational exhibits showcasing Arkansas forestry industry.
• The Poultry FederationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2025Partner in the 2025 Ag in Action Center educational exhibits showcasing Arkansas poultry industry.
• Glennon Farms, LLCminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 October 2025Corporate partner supporting the 2025 Ag in Action Center educational exhibits.
• Arkansas State FaircoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 October 2025The Arkansas State Fair sponsors the annual Ag in Action Center, a major educational exhibit at the Arkansas State Fairgrounds that showcases agriculture to thousands of fairgoers through hands-on exhibits and live demonstrations.
• National FFA OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational parent organization; Arkansas FFA functions within the constitution of the National FFA Organization. Provides access to national programs, conventions, and the broader FFA network.
• National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAVATA is the state affiliation of NAAE, which advances agricultural education and promotes the professional interests of agriculture teachers.
• Arkansas Department of Career EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency partner providing administrative support and funding for Arkansas FFA programs. Located at 3 Capitol Mall, Little Rock, AR 72201.
• Arkansas Department of Finance & AdministrationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorState agency through which Arkansas FFA specialty license plates are sold to promote academic growth in agriculture through FFA.
• Camp CouchdalecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFacility housing the Marion D. Fletcher Leadership Center; primary location for leadership conferences including Greenhand Conference, IMPACT Conference, and FFA internships.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Farm Bureau Foundation (Arkansas Farm Bureau): Arkansas agricultural industry association with foundation giving arm that supports agricultural education and youth programs. Comparable as a regional agricultural philanthropy partner overlapping in donor base and mission.

Broad incumbents

• National 4-H Council: National nonprofit supporting 4-H youth development programs, including agricultural education, leadership, and career development. Comparable as a youth agricultural education nonprofit with similar scholarship, donor, and corporate partnership models at national scale.
• National FFA Foundation: The national fundraising and grantmaking arm of the National FFA Organization. Directly comparable as a 501(c)(3) supporting FFA programs through scholarships, sponsorships, and corporate partnerships, but operates at national scale rather than within a single state.
• National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE): National professional organization for agricultural educators. Comparable as a stakeholder body advancing agricultural education and supporting teachers, with which Arkansas FFA Foundation's AVATA sub-brand is affiliated.

Direct peers

• Oklahoma FFA Foundation: State-level FFA foundation supporting Oklahoma FFA members through scholarships, awards, and donor-funded programs. Geographically and operationally analogous peer state FFA foundation.
• Texas FFA Foundation: The 501(c)(3) fundraising arm of Texas FFA, providing scholarships, awards, and program support to Texas FFA members and chapters. Closely analogous state-level FFA foundation with similar scholarship, donor, and convention-based revenue model.
• Tennessee FFA Foundation: State-level FFA foundation supporting Tennessee FFA programs through scholarships, awards, and donor engagement. Closely analogous regional peer foundation in the agricultural Southeast.
• Missouri FFA Foundation: State-level FFA foundation providing scholarships and program support to Missouri FFA members. Directly comparable mid-size state FFA foundation with similar structure, donor programs, and state convention model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/arkansas-ffa-foundation-inc

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