The Angus Foundation launched the new year with numerous opportunities to advance education, youth and research thanks to the generous support garnered through the events hosted in conjunction with the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City.

The enthusiasm and contributions in support of the Angus Foundation’s mission helped raised more than $150,000 through “Join Us in January” events like the Angus Foundation Heifer Package and Herdsman Social Auction.  

“The funds help us to have continued success for our Angus membership; through leadership and educational development, advancement of the breed's genetics and development of our next generation,” says Jaclyn Boester, Angus Foundation executive director. “It is astonishing to have the unwavering support of our donors and supporters to keep advancing our Angus Foundation’s mission.” 

The Angus Foundation was also fortunate to have a Fund the Future lot offered in the Bases Loaded Sale to raise money for the Angus Fund, which provides unrestricted dollars for Angus education, youth programs and research. The Angus Fund supports various initiatives, including academic scholarships, leadership conferences and cutting-edge research aimed at enhancing the breed's future. To learn more about the Angus Foundation, visit www.angus.org/foundation. 

More about the donated lots:  

Bases Loaded Sale at Cattlemen’s Congress | Jan. 7 

Lot: Heifer Pregnancy 
Sire: Connealy Craftsman  
Dam: Riverbend Miss Belle 9209  
Donated by Riverbend Ranch, Idaho Falls, Idaho  
Purchased by Heritage Farm of Shelbyville, Ky., for $25,000, with all funds supporting the Fund the Future campaign 

National Angus Bull Sale at Cattlemen’s Congress | Jan. 10 

Lot: Donation Heifer Package 
Donated Heifer: POLLARD Rita 4012
Sire: EXAR Cover the Bases 0819B 
Donated by Pollard Farms, Waukomis, Okla. 
Purchased by Lylester Ranch of Martell, Neb., for $75,000  

To learn more about the 2025 Angus Foundation Heifer Package, visit bit.ly/2025HeiferPackage 

Herdsman Social | Jan. 10 

The Angus Foundation  auctioned items to support its mission during the annual Herdsman Social at Cattlemen’s Congress on Jan. 10. The event welcomed the Angus family for an evening of fellowship and featured refreshments, door prizes and the announcement of Cash Langford of Hunter Angus as 2025 Angus Herdsman of the Year. 

For the auction items, past National Junior Angus Board Foundation Director Josh Jasper served as the auctioneer, and items sold included a men’s and/or women’s custom-made cowboy hat from Greeley Hat Works; a set of whiskey barrel chairs; and a custom cowhide bag from Holy Cow Couture. A 2025 National Finals Rodeo ticket package experience was also up for grabs.  

The Angus Foundation supports a diverse set of efforts focused on ensuring the Angus legacy remains strong. For more information about the Angus Foundation, visit www.angus.org/foundation. 

A complete list of auction items sold at the Herdsman Social, along with their donors and buyers, follows: 

Auction items

• Men’s Custom Greeley Hat  
  Donated by Greeley Hat Works, Inc.  
  Purchased by Turner Meadow Ranch, Wills Point, Texas 
• Women’s Custom Greeley Hat  
  Donated by Greeley Hat Works, Inc.  
  Purchased by M6 Cattle, Canyon, Texas 
• Framed Vintage Cow-Calf Ad 
  Donated by Angus Foundation 
  Purchased by Belle Point Ranch, Fort Smith, Ark. 
• Branded Angus Yeti Cooler 
  Donated by Angus Foundation 
  Purchased by R&L Angus, Westmoreland, Kan. 
• Angus Rocking Chair 
  Donated by Angus Foundation 
  Purchased by Rowh Angus, Jennings, Kan. 
• Custom Holy Cow Couture Cowhide Bag 
  Donated by Holy Cow Couture  
  Purchased by Circle M Farms LLC, Rockwall, Texas 
• 2025 NFR Ticket Package 
  Donated by Angus Foundation  
  Purchased by Pollard Farms LLC, Waukomis, Okla. 
• Angus Media Marketing Package 
  Donated by Angus Media  
  Purchased by Nowatzke Cattle, Michigan City, Ind. 
• Whiskey Barrell Chair Set 
  Donated by Angus Foundation  
  Purchased by Schroeder Angus, Clarence, Iowa 
• Cherry Wood Slab Package 
  Donated by Angus Foundation  
  Purchased by Circle M Farms LLC, Rockwall, Texas 
• Party Hosting Package  
  Donated by Angus Foundation  
  Purchased by Langemeier Livestock, Marion, Texas 

Door prize items: 

• Case of Custom Cotton Gloves 
  Donated by PlainJan’s  
• Certified Angus Beef Gift Set  
  Donated by Angus Foundation 
• Cowles Store Package 
  Donated by Pleasant Hill Farm  
• Angus Toy Barn Set  
  Donated by Angus Foundation