OUR MISSION
The Angus Foundation, an affiliate of the American Angus Association, was established in 1980 under the laws of the State of Illinois as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization to fund and support programs involving education, youth and research in the Angus breed and agricultural industry.
“The [American] Angus Association has given me the opportunity to make friends from all over the country and a foundation to grow into the person I am today. To receive an Angus Foundation scholarship means that the Angus family believes in me and has faith that I can be a strong leader for the Angus breed.”
Blake Long, scholarship recipient
“I’ve been around this industry now for quite a while — it’s programs like BLI that are helping build the foundation for our future. It’s a super amazing opportunity just to learn more about an awesome breed and an awesome team that’s pushing this thing forward.”
Josh Gilbert, BLI Class of 2021
"It’s a great honor to be chosen. It’s humbling to get to see all the different facets of the beef business and all the people that you get to meet over that eight-day period."
Jeremy Leister, 2024 YCC Representative
Education
Our goal is to provide learning opportunities to help breeders succeed. Programs supported by the Foundation enable cattlemen to learn and expand their horizons within the beef industry. Experiences like Beef Leaders Institute and Angus University sessions prepare the current and next generation of Angus breeders to elevate their herds.
Beef Leaders Institute
Experience the beef value chain from pasture to plate with support from the Angus Foundation and Certified Angus Beef.
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Angus University
Learn about the beef industry through Angus University online resources, webinars and informational sessions.
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Young Cattlemen’s Conference
Attend National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Young Cattlemen’s Conference through an Foundation sponsorship.
Learn about the conference
Beef Leaders Institute
Experience the beef value chain from pasture to plate with support from the Angus Foundation and Certified Angus Beef.
Read more about BLI
Angus University
Learn about the beef industry through Angus University online resources, webinars and informational sessions.
Explore Angus University
Young Cattlemen’s Conference
Attend National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Young Cattlemen’s Conference through an Foundation sponsorship.
Learn about the conferenceYouth
Equipping young leaders with skill sets for success is a cornerstone for the Angus Foundation. Youth leadership conferences, scholarships and funding for the NJAA board of directors are all made possible with Foundation support.
Scholarships
From active NJAA members to the commercial sector, Angus youth have the opportunity to fund their education with Foundation support.
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Awards
NJAA award programs, funded by the Foundation, recognize outstanding Angus youth for their leadership and involvement.
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Leadership
The LEAD and Raising the Bar conferences provide opportunities for juniors to learn, network and develop as future industry leaders.
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Scholarships
From active NJAA members to the commercial sector, Angus youth have the opportunity to fund their education with Foundation support.
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Awards
NJAA award programs, funded by the Foundation, recognize outstanding Angus youth for their leadership and involvement.
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Leadership
The LEAD and Raising the Bar conferences provide opportunities for juniors to learn, network and develop as future industry leaders.
Learn moreResearch
We support a variety of research endeavors to advance the beef industry and the Angus breed, particularly focusing on solutions to unique challenges faced by cattlemen and supporting progress for the future.
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Represent #TheBusinessBreed while supporting the Angus Foundation. Shop the Angus Brand Store for a variety of Angus apparel and styles to suit your entire crew.
