Thoughts from our Board Members “This past year was like none other. For everyone, it was a lifetime event. At the outset, there was tremendous uncertainty and, understandably, a great deal of speculation. Some in the Foundation world even thought it was insensitive to ask donors to make contributions during a pandemic. AGR stuck to its program recognizing that, in uncertain times like 2020, money for scholarships, leadership training, etc. was more important than ever. Our brothers responded. Gifts to the Foundation in calendar year, 2020 were astounding compared to the prior year. Our chapters benefited. That’s resilience. That’s AGR!” ~Bill Boehm
“Brothers, we can no longer take for granted our right to associate and fulfill our Purpose, to Make Better Men and through it a broader and better agriculture. It will take all of us working together to secure the next 55 years of Alpha Gamma Rho. Your Educational Foundation will not stand still until all 71 chapters have the resources needed to accomplish our Purpose. I am proud to be able to play a small part in providing the resources it will take in making it happen.” ~Donald De Jong
“AGR has made a significant impact on my professional and personal life. Sara and I take great pleasure in giving back to AGR as a down payment on that debt. If AGR has impacted your life in the same way, then please join us in supporting the Educational Foundation.” ~Al Johnson
“ It is during these times, even more so now than ever, for brothers everywhere to step up and help fulfill our Purpose to Make Better Men. These young men will be the future leaders of our chapters, our communities and our country..” ~Glenn Stith
“I’m particularly pleased, during the turmoil of the pandemic, to see us maintain the giving levels to our annual Loyalty Fund. This is a critical source of funding for the Fraternity’s support to the development of undergraduate brothers and chapters. It shows the steadfast commitment of brothers across the country and the hard work of the Fraternity’s staff. ” ~Jim Borel
“The hiring of a world class development officer (with a full year under her belt) with the energy, passion and ideas to pull and push the Foundation Board to greater heights. The increasing number of donors has been particularly impressive. The COVID pandemic has upended the entire economy and culture yet the commitment from alumni and collegiate members to Make Better Men has never been stronger.” ~John Noble
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