Tri-County GM and Eads FFA Chapter Raise Scholarship Funds
December 10, 2004
Tri-County GM and the Eads FFA chapter announced today the two organizations raised more than twenty-five hundred dollars, in scholarship and operational funds though the FFA/Chevrolet Scholarship Program, which ran Eads from August 23rd through October 23, 2004.
Through the program, FFA members accepted suggested donations of five dollars from local residents. The donors were then invited to visit the dealership for a Chevrolet T-shirt as well a chance to win an all-new 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. The donated funds are earmarked for FFA chapter scholarships, the chapter’s treasury for operational needs, and to support the states’ FFA organization, which helps fund all statewide FFA programs.
The FFA/Chevrolet Hometown Scholarship Program was a statewide fundraising program. Individual chapters were matched with their local Chevrolet dealer, who helped support the local chapter’s fundraising efforts through financial contributions and local promotions.
"Not only did Tri-County GM provide this opportunity for our FFA chapters and organizations, but also supported, promoted and elevated the FFA/Chevrolet Hometown Scholarship Program beyond our expectations," stated Mr. Lance Jagers. "The funds raised through this program will help send FFA members to colleges, increase FFA programs, pay for chapter fees and enhance the development of our future agricultural leaders."
"This program gave Tri-County GM an opportunity to directly impact and participate in our community," said DJ Jones. "As a business member in the community, we feel it’s our responsibility to assist our students as they strive for success and meet their goals."
Chevrolet has been a proud sponsor of the FFA for 58 years. Chevrolet is a division of General Motors, the world’s largest vehicle manufacturer. GM designs, builds and markets cars and trucks worldwide, and has been the global automotive sales leader since 1931. GM employs about 342,000 people around the world.