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"The Foundation, through the Board of Trustees and staff, organizes and administers various funding solicitations of FarmHouse members and friends of the Fraternity, and manages and administers the property and finances of the Foundation for the benefit of the student members of the Fraternity."

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What does the Foundation Board of Trustees do?

It is the function of the Board of Trustees to advance and support the mission of the Fraternity and Foundation to include making planning and policy decisions, to be responsible for financing those decisions, to monitor implementation, and to promote goodwill and support for the Foundation and the Fraternity.

The Board of Trustees has no fewer than six Trustees, plus the Executive Director who serves as the Chief Executive Office and as Secretary-Treasurer, and is an ex-officio, non-voting member of the Board and of all committees of the Foundation.  Trustees are elected for a term of three years, and no Trustee shall serve more than two consecutive terms. 

The Board meets twice a year, plus at the biennial Conclave of the Fraternity.  The Board is organized into two standing committees – Finance and Fund-Raising – which meets in conjunction with the Board meetings.

Art Heggen, Chairman (IA '66)
Retired Executive Vice President - The Assurant Group

Email: abheggen@bellsouth.net

"As part of student life, the FarmHouse opportunity provided a great experience in leadership , group values and commitment to education which has served me well throughout my career. Those experiences and opportunities outside of the classroom immeasurably enrich the value of a college education . Now, serving on the Foundation's Board provides an opportunity for me to help ensure that similar benefits are afforded to today's FarmHouse members . The mission and goals of the Foundation are truly important and I encourage all to support it in any way you can."

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Ryan Downs, Chairman-Elect(NE '88)
Vice President of Operations - eBay, Inc.

Email: rdowns@paypal.com

"FarmHouse has impacted my life more than any other organization with which I have been affiliated.  Not only did FarmHouse keep me on the correct path academically, it provided a framework for social, emotional and spiritual growth and maturity.  By surrounding me with outstanding men and a healthy environment, FarmHouse reinforced the values my parents instilled in me:  integrity, decency, hard work and high achievement.  In simple terms, FarmHouse gave me the tools to pursue my dreams.  My decision to join the FarmHouse Foundation Board of Trustees is rooted in my desire to give back to the organization that gave so much to me.  I believe that FarmHouse is a lifetime commitment, and I am doing a small part to fulfill that commitment. "

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Randal Linville (KS '73)
President - Scoular Company

Email: rlinvill@scoular.com

“Forty years ago when FarmHouse Foundation was established, Lyndon Johnson was president, the first Star Trek episode aired and a first class stamp cost just five cents. How far we've come and how many accomplishments we've had to celebrate since that time! It's difficult to believe that the 40th anniversary of the Foundation is already in our rearview mirror as we continue forward on or journey of “Building the Leaders of Tomorrow. As I look to the future and beginning of the next 40 years for the FarmHouse Foundation, I am truly excited about our plans and progress, and I am grateful for your support and commitment in joining me in our effort to be “Builders of Men.”

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Jim Tobin

Jim Tobin (IA ’76)
Director of Biotech Business Development - Monsanto
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“FarmHouse brothers influenced and encouraged my participation in a 4-H agricultural exchange with the Soviet Union that gave me a much broader view of agriculture.  This experience helped me to gain acceptance in a top business school which led to a 25 year career with Monsanto where I have been involved in the introduction of new biotech products.”

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Mike Fayhee

Mike Fayhee (IL ’67)
Partner & Head of Tax Department - McDermott, Will and Emery, LLP
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“During my undergraduate years at FH, my fraternity brothers became not only a group of personal friends but a group I relied upon for academic support and encouragement.  Since graduation those same people have continued to be friends and a great professional network.  Over the years I have had opportunity to meet and work with other FH grads from other universities, in each instance confirming my belief in the value of the FH tradition.”

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Jim Herbert (TN ’61)
Founder, President & CEO – Neogen Corporation

E-mail: jherbert@neogen.com

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Gary Ludwig (IL '64)
President- Heartland Insurance Company

“As an undergraduate, I wasn’t involved with the Foundation, and only knew that it was there to help the chapters. Being a Foundation Trustee, it is very clear that the future of FarmHouse is and will continue to be to provide a solid foundation for the Fraternity. The FarmHouse Foundation provides a true tax sheltered vehicle for contributions of any level and to any of the educational programs of FarmHouse. Working with the Foundation Board, alumni and undergraduates from all of the chapters, I have realized we truly have good people in this organization.”

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Jim Lodoen (ND '79)
Attorney & Partner- Lindquist & Vennum P.L.L.P.

Email: jlodoen@lindquist.com

"FarmHouse changes lives. It molds average students into moral men and extraordinary leaders in business, agriculture, academia, the ministry, government, the armed forces and even Congress. I am who I am and where I am because of FarmHouse. Most of you value FarmHouse as one of the primary influences in your life. Have you repaid your debt of gratitude? We are obligated to assure that this unique training and development brotherhood of men continues-a strong Foundation is critical! I will do my part-I know you will do yours!"

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Matt Calavan (OK ’84)
General Manager – Beaver Toyota

Email: mattc@beavertoyota.com

"To say that FarmHouse has been instrumental in my success as a man is an understatement. The values, discipline and work ethic I learned as a child growing up in rural Oklahoma allowed me to take advantage of the great opportunity in FarmHouse. Little did I know at the time the lasting impact it would have on my life. I believe that to whom much is given, much is expected. FarmHouse has given me so much and it is simply an honor to serve on the Board of Trustees."

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Greg Bamford (CO '67)
President - Bamford Companies

Email: glb@bamcos.com

"Very soon after I was given a bid to pledge FarmHouse, I realized I was on the road to a treasured affiliation with the highest caliber of men; individuals that make a positive difference in our communities and in our world. All who have a connection with our Fraternity are privileged to be able to continue this heritage by contributing in some way - small or large - toward the growth and development of capable young men now and into the future as FarmHouse men!"

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Donald R. Ferguson (KS '63)
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer- EnergX

Email: donferguson@att.net

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