Black Ties Blue Jackets Gala
Black Ties Blue Jackets Gala
An Evening to Celebrate and Support Agricultural Education
Save the Date for 2027!
February 20, 2027 | 5 PM to 8PM | FFA Enrichment Center, Ankeny, Iowa
Your support directly impacts the next generation of agricultural leaders. In Iowa, over 1 in 5 jobs are connected to agriculture, yet less than 5% of Iowans live on farms. With STEM-driven agricultural careers on the rise and rural population in decline, the need to invest in agricultural education, workforce readiness and leadership development has never been greater. The Iowa FFA Foundation is closing the gap — connecting students to opportunity, schools to skilled educators, and communities to a stronger future. Proceeds from the annual gala directly support this mission!
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2026 Gala Results
Thanks to our dedicated Iowa FFA Foundation staff, Board members, incredible committee, generous sponsors, and enthusiastic attendees, we pulled off an unforgettable evening celebrating Team Ag Ed! Together, we truly lived out our message of Raising the Banner Together with a record-breaking auction — featuring more than 60 silent auction items and raising over $150,000 in support of agricultural education across Iowa.
Missed the auction or want to relive the night? Click here to view photos from the event. A special thank-you to Doese Photography for generously donating your time and talent to capture this incredible celebration!
For more details or to make a donation, contact the Iowa FFA Foundation at 515-965-7370.