ALLENTOWN — The Allentown FFA Chapter and the Allentown FFA Alumni Affiliate of the National FFA Organization will host the eighth annual gift auction at 6 p.m. March 28 at the Hope Firehouse, 82 Route 526, Allentown.
The FFA provides many opportunities for agricultural science students to participate in activities such as leadership training, career development events, travel, scholarships and more, according to a press release.
Proceeds from the Allentown FFA alumni gift auction will provide students with an opportunity to pursue careers in veterinary science, agricultural technology and mechanical systems, earth sciences, environmental science, horticulture, aquaculture and many other essential fields of work.
According to the press release, this event also provides members with opportunities to assist with travel to the national FFA convention in Louisville, the New Jersey FFA convention, and the career development events that occur at each of these events.
Through fundraising events such as the annual gift auction, all students have the opportunity to participate in any of the chapter, state and/or national activities, regardless of their financial situation.
Admission for the gift auction is $15. The admission ticket includes one sheet of tickets for the tricky tray auction and an allyou can-eat spaghetti dinner. Donations are also being accepted. For more information, contact the Allentown FFA at 609-259- 7292, ext. 1440 or ext. 1443.