Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. Foundation is celebrating a meaningful milestone: 40 years of Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom.
For four decades, MAITC has helped connect students, teachers, and classrooms to agriculture. Through classroom resources, student publications, educator workshops, grants, lessons, and partnerships, MAITC has worked to help students understand and value the role agriculture plays in their everyday lives.
To mark this milestone, MAITC Foundation is hosting a special 40th Anniversary Celebration on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at DeGidio’s Restaurant & Bar in St. Paul.
You’re Invited
Educators, partners, farmers, agricultural leaders, donors, volunteers, and friends of MAITC are invited to join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and recognition.
This reception will bring together the people who have helped support agricultural literacy across Minnesota and continue moving the mission forward.
Event Details
Date: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: DeGidio’s Restaurant & Bar, 425 7th Street West, St. Paul, MN
Hosted By: Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. Foundation
Guests will enjoy food, conversation, and time to connect with fellow supporters of agricultural education. During the evening, we will also take time to recognize the people and partnerships that have helped MAITC grow into a trusted resource for educators across Minnesota.
Honoring the Past and Looking Ahead
This celebration is an opportunity to reflect on 40 years of impact while looking ahead to the future of agriculture in Minnesota classrooms.
As MAITC prepares to celebrate this milestone, we look forward to sharing more stories from the past 40 years, including the educators, partners, programs, and moments that helped shape Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom.
More details and stories will be shared as we continue celebrating this anniversary year.
Join the Celebration
Whether you have been connected to MAITC for many years or are just beginning to learn about our mission, we hope you will join us for this special evening.
Questions may be directed to Ann Marie Ward at 218-556-1436 or email.
We look forward to celebrating 40 years of Minnesota Agriculture in the Classroom with you.
increase agriculture literacy in Minnesota.