Tractor Supply aims to give back to the community in a variety of ways. Along the way, we've had the opportunity to partner with national organizations that share our mission for outreach. In 2023, we contributed close to $16 million in charitable donations through direct giving, sponsorships, fundraisers and more. Read more about our partnerships below.
What started as an experiment to expose young people to agricultural advances has evolved into the nation's largest youth development organization. Tractor Supply has been more than a witness to that growth. We have raised $20 million for the Paper Clover Campaign since 2010.
Today's 4-H touches more than six million youth across the country, and Tractor Supply continues to sponsor its innovative programs. In addition to corporate donations, all 2,100+ Tractor Supply stores participate in signature "Paper Clover" events to raise money and awareness for local 4-H Clubs.
These twice-a-year events provide crucial support, with 90 percent of the money remaining in the state where it was collected. Our 2023 Paper Clover events raised more than two million dollars. Read more about Paper Clover here. This is in addition to thousands of community and partner programs we sponsor locally.
In 1928, the National FFA Organization was founded by a group of young farmers to prepare future generations for the challenges of feeding a growing nation. Today the organization grows future biologists, chemists, veterinarians and engineers.
Tractor Supply has been one of the longest and largest sponsors of FFA, dating back to 1985.
Since 1985, we have contributed more than $22 million to support education and scholarship programs that are preparing students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. This support allows thousands of members from across the country to pursue interests ranging from animal production to ag mechanics and landscape management to vegetable production. In total, Tractor Supply sponsors 8 proficiency areas. Read more about our partnership and the many ways we support FFA.
In 2016, Tractor Supply introduced the Grants for Growing Fundraiser. The 2023 fundraiser raised more than one million dollars, enabling us to award grants to FFA chapters across the country. These grants will directly impact thousands of FFA members. From research farms to outdoor learning centers, the grants will be used to grow classrooms, chapters and agriculture awareness. For more details about the program, visit www.FFA.org/GrantsForGrowing.
These experiences and the leadership skills they foster will equip thousands of individuals for personal success. We can't think of a better way to invest in the future of our agricultural land and lifestyle.