Ward’s Ace and Country Store in Malad has been a huge supporter of local students ever since it opened a few years ago.  Ward’s has kept their local roots in the valley, and for events like the Sportsman’s Dinner, Wrestling Banquet, FFA Auction, and many more that go to the success of local athletes, scholars, and others, Ward’s Ace has made a big difference in the lives of many young people in the community.

For the upcoming Fair season, Ward’s Ace has introduced an exciting new sponsorship program to help out kids who are hoping to raise a show animal this year.

The Idaho Enterprise is proud to join with Ward’s Ace as a sponsor for the program, which is explained in the following manner by organizers:

 “Ward’s Ace and Country Store is contributing $1,000 toward sponsorships for young producers in our community who are raising animals for the fair.  

In addition to this contribution, we are working with local individuals and businesses to raise a total of $3,350 in funds to further support the kids and help make participation in showing an animal more affordable.

You can contribute as a Platinum, Gold, or Silver Sponsor.  

Sponsors will be recognized in the Idaho Enterprise newspaper, on Ward Ace’s Facebook page, and at the presentation announcement on March 18th.  Sponsors will also be eligible to help choose who receives the sponsorships.  

Sponsorship funds will be distributed among the six different show classes, supporting a minimum of ten young producers.

The purpose of this program is to help offset the startup cost of project animals, feed, and supplies, while encouraging youth involvement in agriculture and livestock programs.  

We look forward to working with you and appreciate your support helping our local youth and investing in the future of agriculture in our community.  

Click the QR Code on the accompanying Ad to find out more about how you can contribute an purchase a sponsorship using a card.  If you prefer to contribute via cash or check, made payable to Ward’s Ace, they can be brought into the store.”

Sponsors who have already joined with Ward’s Ace to support projects are (Platinum) Oxford Packing and Ireland Bank; (Gold) Elkhorn Plumbing and Ron Keller Tire; (Silver) Pizza Stop, Broulims, the Idaho Enterprise, and Thomas Electric and Furniture.   

The Deadline to apply as a sponsor is March 11, so use the QR Code to get started!