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Restaurant chain’s support headlined by FFA Day giving event on February 20

PRAIRIE DU SAC, Wis.—Feb. 17, 2025—Investing in the next generation of agricultural leaders is a point of pride for Culver’s—especially during National FFA Week (Feb. 15-22). To celebrate in 2025, the restaurant chain will be introducing a new fundraiser on Give FFA Day, Feb. 20, as well as launching the second year of the FFA Ambassador Program.

On February 20, more than 900 Culver’s restaurants across the nation will come together to support local FFA chapters—and all guests have to do to get involved is dine at their local restaurant. When guests enjoy their favorite menu items on Give FFA Day at participating restaurants, a portion of all proceeds will go toward supporting local FFA chapters.

“We’re proud to be a part of the movement to advance the future of agriculture, and that’s only made possible through the help of our incredible guests,” said Alison Demmer, Culver’s senior marketing and public relations manager. “We’re grateful for the generous support our guests showed this year for the Thank You Farmers Project and for the hardworking farmers pushing the industry forward.”

In addition to this new fundraiser, Culver’s is excited to launch the second year of the FFA Ambassador Program. The initiative, which began in 2024, allows guests to nominate standout FFA members in their communities to represent Culver’s and their FFA chapter, with the opportunity to earn up to $2,500 for their local FFA chapter by participating in various opportunities provided by the restaurant chain throughout the student’s year as an ambassador.

The Give FFA Day fundraiser and FFA Ambassador Program are just two of the latest chapters in the longstanding relationship between Culver’s and FFA. The partnership was formed through Culver’s Thank You Farmers® Project, an initiative dedicated to creating a more sustainable and resilient world through advocating for the positive impact of agriculture while investing in agricultural education. As the program enters its 12th year of existence, Culver’s has donated over $6.5 million to agricultural causes through the Thank You Farmers® Project since its founding.

“Culver’s is proud to reward the hard work and leadership that so many determined students bring to the future of agriculture,” said Alison Demmer, Culver’s senior marketing and public relations manager and former Wisconsin FFA president. “We are incredibly excited to continue our support of local FFA chapters on Give FFA Day this year, and we can’t wait to meet our second class of outstanding ambassadors. The future of agriculture continues to grow brighter through their effort and enthusiasm.”

Guests looking to nominate FFA members for this contest will answer three questions regarding why the FFA member they selected should become an FFA Ambassador. FFA Ambassador nominees should be FFA members that nominators believe are doing exceptional work for their chapter and their community.

1. Why would your nominee be a good representative of their FFA chapter, their community and Culver’s?
2. Why does your nominee deserve to become a Culver’s FFA Ambassador?
3. Does your nominee’s FFA chapter work with a Culver’s restaurant and if so, which one? (Optional)

Beginning today through February 28, nominations can be made at https://www.culvers.com/ffa-ambassador-contest. To be eligible for selection, students must be active members of their FFA chapter for the 2024-25 school year. Up to ten winning ambassadors will be selected to participate in the 2025 program.

To make a donation to the Thank You Farmers Project and join Culver’s in the mission to secure the future of agriculture and create a sustainable food supply, visit https://ffa.givenow.stratuslive.com/culvers.

About Culver's:
For 40 years, Culver’s guests have been treated to cooked-to-order food made with farm-fresh ingredients and served with a smile. The ever-expanding franchise system now numbers 1,000 family-owned and operated restaurants in 26 states. The restaurants’ nationally recognized customer service is based on small-town, Midwestern values, genuine friendliness and an unwavering commitment to quality. Signature items include the award-winning ButterBurger, made from fresh, never frozen beef, and Fresh Frozen Custard, including the famous Flavor of the Day program. For more information, visit www.culvers.com or connect with Culver’s on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X.

About National FFA Organization
The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 1,027,200 student members as part of 9,235 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. For more, visit the National FFA Organization online at FFA.org and on Facebook, Instagram and X.

About National FFA Foundation
The National FFA Foundation builds partnerships with industry, education, government, other foundations, and individuals to secure financial resources that recognize FFA member achievements, develop student leaders, and support the future of agricultural education. Governed by a 19-member board of trustees composed of educators, business leaders, individual donors and FFA Alumni, the foundation is a separately registered nonprofit organization. About 82 percent of every dollar received by the foundation supports FFA members and agricultural education opportunities. For more, visit FFA.org/GIVE.