ALLENTOWN – The Allentown FFA Parents, Alumni and Friends (PAF) will host the 12th annual gift auction and spaghetti dinner at 6 p.m. March 23 at the Hope Fire Company, 82 Route 526, Upper Freehold Township. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.
The Allentown FFA PAF provides support to the Allentown FFA chapter of Allentown High School throughout the year, according to a press release.
Proceeds from the gift auction will provide students with opportunities 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.
Students are given the opportunity to apply what they have learned in the classroom through FFA activities such as competitive events and leadership training.
The annual event provides the Allentown FFA PAF with necessary funds to assist with chapter activities. This includes travel to the national FFA convention in Indianapolis, the New Jersey FFA convention and career development events throughout the year, according to the press release.
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, according to the press release.
Admission for the gift auction is $15 and includes an all‐you‐can‐eat spaghetti dinner. Seating is limited to the first 175 individuals. Arrive early to secure a seat; no seats will be saved. Donations are also being accepted.
For further information, contact the Allentown FFA at 609-259‐7292, ext. 1440 or ext. 1443.