named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Alumni Engagement
Initiative to maintain connections with over 1,900 alumni through BrightCrowd and distribution of the Crescent newsletter
Leadership Development
Programs including leadership conventions, alumni speaker events, and farm and agricultural facility tours to support personal and professional growth
Making Better Men Scholarship
Annual $1,000 scholarship awarded to a Cornell student, prioritizing those passionate about agriculture, food production, or environmental stewardship
Philanthropy and Mental Health Support
Partnership with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to raise awareness and support for mental health in the agricultural community and on campus
Recruitment (Rush)
Biannual recruitment process for Potential New Members each fall and spring semester, open to freshmen, sophomores, and transfer students
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Fraternity and Sorority Housing Support 2 activities
- Operates local chapter within Cornell University's Interfraternity CouncilFunctions as a recognized social and professional fraternity within Cornell's Interfraternity Council, engaging in campus life and governance.
- Supports member development through academic, social, and professional programmingProvides ongoing support in academic performance, social events, professional networking, and membership development for fraternity members at Cornell University.
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Industry-Specific Student Scholarships and Competitions 1 activity
- Awards annual scholarship to a male student at Cornell University in agriculture-related fieldsProvides a $1,000 scholarship annually to a male student at Cornell University who demonstrates passion for agriculture, food production, or environmental stewardship.
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Membership & Sponsorship Development 1 activity
- Conducts recruitment activities for new members each academic semesterRuns recruitment efforts during both fall and spring semesters to engage potential new members.
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FFA and Agricultural Education Support 1 activity
- Delivers leadership development and educational programming for membersOrganizes leadership development courses, conventions, membership development sessions, alumni speaker events, and tours of agricultural facilities to support member growth.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Establishes and maintains local chapters across U.S. campusesHas established chapters at 71 college campuses across the United States to expand organizational reach and member engagement.
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Agricultural Training and Education Programs 1 activity
- Operates a residential facility for college members with focus on agriculture and leadership educationMaintains a physical facility that serves as a college residence where members live and study, while receiving education in agriculture and leadership development.
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Community Recovery Awareness Events 1 activity
- Participates in mental health awareness eventsOrganized and participated in a walk supporting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to promote mental health awareness and solidarity.
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Alumni Community Building 1 activity
- Updates alumni directory to improve communicationLaunched an initiative to update the alumni directory to enhance communication and ensure accurate contact information for alumni engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$248K
Contributions & grants$53K21%
Program service revenue$181K73%
Investment income$14K6%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$223K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.75M
Cash$423K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$1.75M
Liquid reserves22.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -8.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 12
- Christopher Sweeney — Member
- Colin Kadis — Member
- Corey Kayhart — Member
- Daniel Westfall — Treasurer
- Dave Tarbox — Member
- Griffin Moag — Secretary
- James Munroe — Chair
- John Kelder — Member
- Juul Loonen — Member
- Pete Lehning — Vice Chair
- Ryan Amberg — Member
- Steve Chuhta — Member
relationships · 7
Who they work with
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Partner — Collaborates with AFSP through participation in awareness walks and fundraising efforts.
- BrightCrowd Partner — Platform used to connect with alumni and maintain updated contact information.
- Cornell Inter-fraternity Council Partner — Participates in campus governance and recruitment activities through affiliation with the Cornell Inter-fraternity Council.
- Cornell University Network — Hosts the Zeta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho at Cornell University.
- Cornell University Partner — Host institution where scholarship recipients are enrolled; primary focus of the scholarship program.
- Interfraternity Council Network — Member of Cornell's Interfraternity Council.
- Interfraternity Council Network — Member of the Interfraternity Council (IFC) at Cornell University.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive Brotherhood Anchored in Shared Agricultural Valuesmethodology: inclusive_agricultural_brotherhoodBy expanding membership to students from diverse academic backgrounds while maintaining a shared commitment to agriculture and integrity, the fraternity sustains vitality because inclusion strengthens community resilience without diluting core mission.
- Peer-Led Experiential Engagement for Mental Health Awarenessmethodology: peer-led awareness engagementBy using peer-led, experiential events such as walks, the fraternity fosters mental health awareness and community engagement because shared, participatory experiences generate empathy and reduce stigma more effectively than passive outreach.
- Residential Living-Learning Model for Agricultural Leadershipmethodology: residential-educationBy integrating residential life with agriculture education and leadership development, the fraternity supports members' academic and personal growth because immersive, values-aligned environments strengthen commitment and persistence in higher education.
- Social-Professional Integration for Holistic Member Developmentmethodology: social-professional_integrationBy combining social engagement with professional development, the fraternity advances personal growth because peer relationships and career readiness activities together reinforce identity formation and long-term success.
- Values-Aligned Academic Support Systemmethodology: academic-support-for-values-aligned-studentsBy promoting academic excellence among students who share the fraternity’s values in agriculture and environmental stewardship, the organization reinforces member success because alignment of personal and institutional values increases motivation and accountability.