As of Sunday, November 30, 2025, we are excited to share the latest updates on the Local Collection Drive:
Local Collection Drive
Local Total: $39,739.06
State at Large Total: $18,634.17
Combined Total: $58,373.23
Teachers
This year, instead of sending physical letters, we will be providing an email update summarizing the Local Collection Drive contributions recorded to date as of November 30, 2025. Please watch your inbox for this information.
If you have any questions, need additional materials, or require transmittals, please contact the Illinois FFA Center. We are always happy to assist!
Don’t Forget
Ensure all local donations are accounted for by logging into your chapter’s Foundation profile. If you do not know your unique login information, please contact Riley Wells.
Request Donor Recognition Certificates:
Submit the 2025–2026 Certificate Request Form at least 2–3 weeks before distributing certificates. All certificates must be requested by April 1, 2026.
Contribution Deadlines:
To be recognized at the State Convention and included in reporting at the Illinois Foundation FFA Annual Meeting, contributions must be postmarked by January 31, 2026.
Hopper Funds:
Please remember that Hopper Funds must be utilized by June 30, 2026.
Thank you for your continued dedication to supporting the Illinois Foundation FFA and empowering our members. Please reach out with any questions or support needs—you are appreciated!
-- Riley Wells
Illinois FFA Center
Phone: 217-753-3328
Cell: 618-499-1751
Email: rwells@illinoisffa.org
Address: 3221 Northfield, Springfield, IL 62702