Support FFA Members and FFA Chapters in Times of Need
Be a Lifeline for FFA Members and Chapters in Times of Need
When disasters strike, FFA chapters and state associations rely on support to recover and rebuild. Some have dedicated state or local fundraising efforts, which we encourage you to connect with through the information provided below. However, not all chapters have access to these resources. By giving to the National FFA Crisis Relief Fund, you ensure that every FFA chapter—no matter where they are—can receive the help they need when they need it most.
Donate today to support FFA members facing unexpected challenges—both now and in the future.
Current FFA members, chapters and communities affected:
Tornado Relief for Neoga FFA Ag Program
If you are interested in providing support visit Neoga Alumni Association’s GoFundMe.
Hurricane Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, our thoughts continue to be with those deeply impacted by this devastating storm in Florida and throughout the Southeast. We are committed to helping our members, advisors, friends and communities in need. In true FFA fashion, we have already received emails and phone calls from around the country, many of who are ready and willing to help. Although conditions have begun to improve, it is still too early to know the exact needs on the ground. However, we are asking teachers and others to please identify and notify us of any area in need so that we can better assist in specific areas.
For now, even if you are not local to these areas but still want to help, donations are greatly appreciated. These funds will help our friends rebuild, repair and provide resources for volunteers going to impacted areas.
Florida Relief
This relief fund has been created to help Florida FFA chapters and their families rebuild following natural disasters, such as Hurricane Helene. Donations to this fund will be dispersed directly to agricultural education programs and FFA chapters affected by catastrophic events.
Donations may be made online or checks can also be sent to:
Florida FFA Foundation
Attn: Better Days Fund
5600 SW 34th Street
Gainesville, FL 32608
Please make checks payable to the Florida FFA Foundation and write “Better Days Fund” on the memo of the check or money order. Donations are tax deductible.
To donate online, visit https://donorbox.org/betterdaysfund
If your FFA chapter is in need of support from this fund, apply by completing this form: https://floridaffa.formstack.com/forms/betterdaysfund. You may also email Hilary.Holley@flaffa.org or Ronnie.Simmons@flaffa.org for assistance. If you have questions or need additional information, email us or reach us by phone, 352-378-0060.
Georgia Relief
The Georgia FFA Foundation fundraising campaign, called Better Days, will support FFA chapters and members who were affected by Hurricane Helene. Helene heavily damaged parts of southeast and east central Georgia. Use this link to donate to this campaign. Please share so we can ensure our chapters and members affected will have Better Days to come!
North Carolina Relief
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the North Carolina Agriculture Teachers Association aims to support our members, agriculture programs and FFA members. Our colleagues, their students and communities are facing significant challenges, and we are reaching out to offer support. Monetary donations will be used to purchase bulk supplies of high-need items and will support nonprofits serving the affected areas. You can donate by visiting bit.ly/NCATARELIEF
Tennessee Relief
The Tennessee FFA Foundation is collecting funds for Hurricane Helene disaster relief efforts in East Tennessee, specifically for FFA members, advisors and chapters. 100% of the donations will go directly to those in need in the FFA family. Donate at tnffa.org/donate-now and comment “Disaster Relief” or Venmo@tnffafoundation.
Virginia Relief
The Virginia FFA Disaster Relief Fund was established to support FFA chapters impacted by Hurricane Helene and aid their recovery efforts. The fund will also support local FFA chapters with community projects aimed at storm recovery. Virginia FFA is committed to empowering its members and communities during challenging times.
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