Imagine a future where every young Angus breeder steps into the industry equipped with knowledge, leadership skills and purpose. A future where research helps cattlemen overcome challenges; where education and opportunity are never out of reach.
That future is being built today, thanks to the generosity of Angus breeders and supporters who believe in the power of giving back. Through the Fund the Future campaign, the Angus Foundation is turning vision into reality.
Through annual production sales, consignment lots, bull sales or private treaty offerings, breeders are stepping up to support the Fund the Future campaign, which provides unrestricted dollars to power scholarships, leadership development and research efforts that support the beef industry, all in support of the Angus Foundation’s mission.
In fiscal year 2025, 18 breeders raised over $80,000 for the Angus Fund, helping fuel programs like Beef Leaders Institute, Angus University and the Raising the Bar Conference. Their generosity laid the groundwork for an even more impactful year ahead.
This year, the campaign gained additional momentum thanks to a generous matching opportunity. An anonymous donor pledged to match the first $30,000 raised, doubling the impact of every dollar given.
“The momentum we’ve seen this year is inspiring,” said Jaclyn Boester, Angus Foundation executive director. “Breeders are not only giving, but they’re also investing in the future of our breed. The matching opportunity helped amplify that impact, and we’re incredibly grateful.”
The Angus Foundation proudly recognizes the following breeders for their support in 2025:
· Bear Mountain Angus
· Deer Valley Farm
· Dyar Angus
· Frank/Hazelrigg Cattle Co. and Caroline Frank
· Gilbert Cattle Company
· Heritage Farm
· Katie Colin Farm
· Knoll Crest Farm Inc.
· Knott’s Landing Angus
· Marda Angus Farms
· Mead Farms
· Ogeechee Angus
· Premier Genetics LLC
· Smithland Angus Farm
· Stevenson Down T
· Stone Creek Angus
· Sydenstricker Genetics
· Valley Oaks Angus
As the campaign enters its fourth year, repeat donors and new participants alike are helping fund leadership development events like LEAD, educational programing like Beef Leaders Institute and supporting research that addresses challenges faced by cattlemen.
“The Angus Foundation has done a lot for our kids,” said Rob Adams of Adams Angus Farm. “We had four kids go through the junior program and had received scholarships through the program. We just felt like it was an easy way for us to give back and be on the giving side rather than the receiving side.”
This isn’t just about giving—it’s about building. It’s about empowering education, investing in the next generation and advancing innovation. Together, we’re not only funding the future but we’re also shaping it.
