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Celebrating Roger Barkman: Our Longest-Running Sustaining Donor
Some supporters give generously. Others give consistently. And then there are rare individuals like Roger Barkman, whose steady commitment has shaped the very foundation of the NY FFA Leadership Training Foundation.
For more than 21 years, Roger has been a sustaining donor—our longest‑running to date. His ongoing contributions, given faithfully at $38.50 per paycheck, have quietly grown into more than $10,000 in lifetime support. Roger often shares that he never would have reached this level of giving if he had relied on a once‑a‑year donation. Instead, his sustained approach allowed him to make a meaningful, long‑term impact, one gift at a time.
Roger’s story is a powerful reminder that sustaining donors are the heartbeat of our mission. His generosity has supported leadership development, strengthened chapters across New York, and helped ensure that every FFA member has access to transformative opportunities.
We are deeply grateful for Roger’s loyalty, his belief in young people, and the example he sets for all who care about the future of FFA.

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Thank you to the current sustaining donors of the New York FFA!
Roger Barkman
Christopher Gridley
Todd & Shari Lighthall
Mike McClay
Jeff Parnapy
Corey Reed
Victor Rodriguez
John & Theresa Wagner
Jay Waltz