The NAMA Agribusiness Educational Foundation is moving forward on advancing its core mission of supporting and developing future Agribusiness leaders.
Named ‘Vision2020,’ the new initiative seeks to raise up to $4 million over the next 10 years for college student scholarships, student and young professional development programs, and support of the National Agri-Marketing Association (NAMA) Student Program. Funding may also be made available for outreach to high school juniors and seniors, promoting careers in Ag business, marketing and communications.
Mick Sibbel, President of Sibbel & Partners, also serves as Chair of the ABEF Operating Committee. “Since 1990, ABEF has been a volunteer-driven organization serving the interests and needs of ag business college students and young professionals, “says Sibbel. “And, over the years, we have relied on a core group of strong individual and corporate supporters.” However, to accomplish the new Vision2020 goals, ABEF will need to embark on an aggressive fundraising campaign, advises Sibbel.
ABEF works with donors to accept a variety of funding options including program sponsorships, annual unrestricted and restricted gifts, and endowments. For more information, contact the ABEF offices at 913-491-6500, or Mike Gustafson at 217-251-3659.