One of the most important questions FFA Alumni and Supporters can ask is, “How can I help?” In the spring semester, particularly in February, advisors and members can be so overwhelmed they might not know how to respond. Whether you are crafty, organized, well-connected or handy, there is a chance that your skills can be put to use to help your local chapter through this busy season.
- Paint or print posters for FFA Week activities.
- Take photos for members working on their SAE projects for great proficiency award applications.
- Make up quiz flash cards to help members study for different career development events.
- Volunteer to take a weekend shift watering plants in the school greenhouse.
- Proofread resumes, essays and letters of recommendation.
- Cook (or cater) breakfast for teachers and members one morning during FFA Week.
- Offer to dry-clean, lint roll or shine shoes for members’ Official Dress to make sure everyone is dressed in their best.
- Spend an afternoon in the agriculture mechanics lab sharpening blades, vacuuming saw dust and organizing parts drawers.
- Take a stroll through a store to grab spare white button-down shirts, black socks and blue ties to keep in the classroom.
- Offer to teach a lesson or act as a substitute teacher on days when there are events during school hours.
- Help FFA members connect with the local radio station and newspaper to advocate for agriculture during FFA Week.
- Get your hands dirty and help chapters prepare their garden beds for spring planting.
- February can lead to a lot of late nights. A fresh-cooked dinner or restaurant gift card can go a long way.
- Writer’s block can be an issue this time of year. Help an FFA member brainstorm different ways to tell their story in applications.
- Pound the pavement to seek donations from local businesses for the second semester.
