October 15, 2007 For More Information Contact: Kelli Armbruster at karmbruster@angus.org or 816-383-5175 Dreamcatcher Ranch’s Gift Supports Angus
Foundation
The
total and unrelenting pursuit of quality has been the idea that Don and Karen
Meador have encompassed in building Dreamcatcher Ranch,
based near “I
grew up livestock judging and showing steers in 4-H and I always appreciated
the help that I received from organizations that supported youth. I now have the opportunity to return
the favor that I benefited from many years ago,” Don Meador says. “We feel that this heifer is one
of the best The
proceeds of DRMCTR Midland 6M01, donated to the Angus Foundation, will
further supplement the $500,000 raised in The Texas Challenge. In addition, sales manager, John Maurer
will waive his fee for the designated lot and Ultimate Genetics of Wheelock, The
special pick of Maurer and American Angus Association® Regional
Manager Jared Murnin, DRMCTR Midland 6M01, is the
favorite of all Midland sired heifers in the sale. This heifer, “This is another wonderful opportunity for Angus breeders to add an exciting donor prospect to their herd, while simultaneously receiving recognition for supporting the education, youth and research activities of the Angus Foundation,” Angus Foundation President Milford H. Jenkins says. “We are extremely grateful to the Meadors for their generous donation and commend their dedication in supporting The Texas Challenge and our campaign.” Funds raised by the auction of this female will count toward achievement of the Angus Foundation’s first capital campaign, Vision of Value: Campaign for Angus, which aims to raise $11 million by Dec. 31, 2011, to further support the Foundation’s education, youth and research efforts. To date, more than $3.7 million has been committed to the campaign through outright cash gifts, pledges and planned giving commitments. To learn more about this female, contact Don Meador at 512-757-2714 or www.dreamcatcherranch.net. For more information about the Angus Foundation or making a donation to the Vision of Value: Campaign for Angus, contact Jenkins at 816-383-5100 or mjenkins@angusfoundation.org. ### |