Do other Career and Technical Student Organizations have an affiliation option?
Nearly all of the nationally recognized CTSOs have an affiliation option. See each organization below for more information. FCCLA, TSA, SkillsUSA
Can Perkins funds be used to pay for program affiliation fees?
In many states, yes, Perkins can be used for affiliation when the investment is tied to meeting a gap in engagement identified in the Local Comprehensive Needs Assessment. If a program/chapter can identify a special population, as identified in the Perkins Act, that would benefit from removing the barrier of individual dues or define how the program affiliation fee, as an instructional fee, is instrumental in increasing the program's impact on delivering a skilled workforce, the fee would be allowable under the Carl D. Perkins Act.
What does the research say about the impact of full affiliation?
Research suggests that full affiliation positively increases local engagement of students enrolled in a school-based agriculture education program in FFA activities and experiences. Specific studies have been completed in Kentucky and Minnesota. For more information, check out the full studies.
Will support be available for chapters that have difficulty paying the program affiliation fee for their chapter?
Yes. During the first three years of the transition to full affiliation, National FFA will make available Affiliation Transition Grants for chapters that can demonstrate a hardship in covering the program affiliation fee. In addition, National FFA will launch and seek funding for the “Gift of Gold” which would be a fund for individual and corporate partners to donate funds for the support of program affiliation fees.
When Will the Affiliation Model Take Effect?
The amendment motion states that, if approved by the delegates at the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, the change will occur with the 2027-28 membership year.
Can I use artificial intelligence (AI) on my application?
While AI tools can enhance productivity and work, they must be used in accordance with the organization's Code of Ethics to promote fair competition and uphold the integrity of FFA. Any attempt to gain an unfair advantage through the use of AI or other methods could disqualify an application. For more information about the use of AI in FFA applications, read the Standard Operating Procedures on the Use of Artificial Intelligence.
Who can I contact with more questions?
For Agricultural Education and Emerging Technologies, contact Ashli Weinrich, aweinrich@ffa.org, 317-802-4259, or Joe Martin, jlmartin@ffa.org, 317-802-4219. For Plant Systems, contact Joe Martin, jlmartin@ffa.org, 317-802-4219.
What is the cancellation policy?
Below is the cancellation policy you must agree to upon registering to participate in the conference. *Cancellation Policy - Cancellation between 31 and 60 days before the conference (including the 31st and 60th day) will result in a cancellation fee of 50 percent of the conference’s costs (including but not limited to ground transportation, hotel accommodations and supplies) unless the National FFA Organization names a substitute participant. Cancellation within 30 days before the conference (including the 30th day) will result in the entire conference cost being charged. Note: All cancellations must be received at the National FFA Organization in written form. The date this written notification is received will determine the cancellation date. The participant’s responsible for ensuring the cancellation note has been received by National FFA staff.
Will transportation be provided from the airport to the hotel in the host city?
National FFA will not provide transportation to and from the airport in the host city. The participants will be responsible for acquiring transportation to and from the airport. National FFA will try to select hotels that provide a shuttle service to the airport but cannot guarantee that the hotel will provide those services. National FFA will provide all transportation for tours and other events during the conference.
We need to book an extra night at the hotel for travel reasons. Should I contact the hotel directly to book the extra night?
No, just let National FFA staff know you will need to stay an extra night, either on the front end or back end of the conference and we will book the extra nights for you. We will need to know the names of all who are staying and the dates of the extra nights. This will help you receive the room rate we have negotiated for the conference and will most likely allow you to stay in the same room the entire week instead of having to change rooms for the extra night. You will be responsible for paying the hotel directly for the extra night.
