What is FFA?
Quick Facts
Organization Name: The National FFA Organization
Year Founded: 1928
Number of Chapters: 7,429 in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands
2008 FFA Membership: 506,199
Largest Annual Event: The National FFA Convention
2009 National FFA Convention Attendance: 53,473
What is FFA?
FFA is a dynamic youth organization that is a part of agricultural education programs at middle and high schools. Today, student members are engaged in a wide range of curriculum and FFA activities, leading to over 300 career opportunities in agriculture.
FFA is structured on three levels: local, state and national. At the national level, FFA is led by
a board of directors and six student national officers.
More about FFA:
What do the letters "FFA" stand for?
The letters "FFA" stand for Future Farmers of America; however, in 1988 the official name of the organization was changed from "Future Farmers of America" to "The National FFA Organization" to reflect the growing diversity of agriculture.
Where is FFA Located?
The National FFA Organization and National FFA Foundation operate from the National FFA Center in Indianapolis, Indiana. The National FFA Headquarters are located in Alexandria, Virginia.
How is FFA Funded?
FFA programs are funded through sponsorships and private donations at the local, state and national level. National dues for each member are $5 per year.
National FFA Convention
The National FFA Convention is held each October with nearly 55,000 FFA members and guests from across the country in attendance. Members participate in general sessions, competitive events, educational tours, leadership workshops, a career show and expo, volunteer activities and much more. It is one of the largest annual youth gatherings in the country,
National FFA Week
Each February, FFA chapters across the nation participate in National FFA Week at the local and state levels. Chapters plan a weeklong schedule of events to promote FFA and agriculture in their schools and communities.
Broad Fields, Bright Futures: FFA
FFA and Agricultural Education
FFA members are part of a total agricultural education program that connects students to exciting careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. FFA is only one of the three essential components of the program, all of which work together to provide members with leadership, academic and career experiences essential for success.
National FFA Constitution and By-Laws
National FFA Federal Charter and Public Law
The National FFA Organization operates under a Federal Charter granted by the 81st Congress of the United States, and is an integral part of public instruction in agriculture. The U.S. Department of Education provides leadership and helps set direction for the FFA as a service to state and local agricultural education programs.