Angus Foundation seeks donations for 2026 silent auction
Auction during the 2026 NJAS to raise funds for Angus education, youth and research.
April 23, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information contact:
Holly Martin, director of communications
816-383-5143
The Angus Foundation is gearing up to host its annual silent auction during the 2026 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) in Louisville, Kentucky, July 13–17. As preparations begin for this year’s “Bases Loaded in the Bluegrass” offering, the Foundation is seeking donation lots from Angus supporters, farms, companies and state junior Angus associations.
Proceeds from the auction help grow unrestricted support for the Angus Fund, advancing the Foundation’s mission to strengthen the Angus breed through education, youth leadership development and research initiatives.
“For over 30 years, the silent auction has raised money to support scholarships, leadership events and research that make a meaningful difference for the Angus breed,” said Jaclyn Boester, Angus Foundation executive director. “We’re excited to bring the event to Louisville and look forward to seeing the creativity and generosity of this year’s donors.”
Donation examples include artwork, gift baskets, cattle supplies, apparel, handcrafted items, unique experiences and Angus collectibles. Items of all kinds are welcome.
The state junior Angus association that donates the highest‑selling lot will receive a $250 donation to their association. This incentive encourages states to step up to the plate and help make the 2026 auction a grand slam.
Past auctions have featured one‑of‑a‑kind offerings, including vintage publications, framed prints, wine collections and outdoor accessories. Each year provides a mix of unique and practical items that appeal to bidders of all ages.
This year’s silent auction will be available both in person at the Pavilion trade show at the Kentucky Exposition Center and online through AngusLive. Lots will be posted prior to NJAS, offering supporters nationwide an opportunity to bid, even if they can’t join the fun in Louisville.
To donate an item, contact Kris Sticken (ksticken@angus.org) or Jimmy Stickley (jstickley@angus.org). For more information about the Angus Foundation silent auction, visit www.angus.org/foundation.
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Cutline: The annual Angus Foundation silent auction will be held July 13, 2026 – July 17, 2026, at the National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Extended bidding will start at 4:00 P.M. EST on Friday the 17th. Online bidding will be offered through AngusLive.
About the Angus Foundation
Established as a 501(c)(3) organization in 1980, the Angus Foundation remains focused on its mission to support Angus education, youth, and research. The organization has distributed more than $5.3 million in youth scholarships since 1998 and has also invested more than $1.5 million in beef cattle research in the past decade.
For more information, contact the Angus Foundation at 816-383-5100.
ANGUS MEANS BUSINESS
The American Angus Association® is the nation’s largest beef breed organization, serving more than 21,000 members across the United States, Canada and several other countries. It’s home to an extensive breed registry that grows by more than 300,000 animals each year. The Association also provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers. For more information about Angus cattle and the American Angus Association, visit www.angus.org.
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