Support Pro-Farm Politicians with ACTIVATOR

Sometimes the best candidate for agriculture isn't the one with the most money and needs help getting his message out. That's where ACTIVATOR… and you come in. ACTIVATOR is Illinois Farm Bureau's political involvement fund. It works to elect pro-farm to the United States House of Representatives and State Senators and State Representatives to the Illinois General Assembly. ACTIVATOR supports candidates who will work to ensure that policies are set to improve the economic and social well-being of farmers, rural life, and agriculture.  How? Thanks to the 100% voluntary donations from farmers like you. When you contribute to ACTIVATOR, you help ensure a brighter future of Illinois agriculture.

7 Good Reasons Why You Should Donate to ACTIVATOR

1. Because you're a farmer. ACTIVATOR Trustee Committees (made up of farmers in your area) ask, "Does this incumbent have a 60% pro-farm voting records and is therefore a Friend of Agriculture? Does this non-incumbent score 75% on our candidate evaluation?" If yes, then ACTIVATOR puts your money where it will best represent you and your farm.
   
   
2. Because you won't be limited by districts. ACTIVATOR helps direct efforts to candidates you may not know, but who support your issues and need your support.
   
   
3. Because politicians want to learn. ACTIVATOR is an education device for elected officials. When candidates ask ACITVATOR for assistance, it means that they want to learn about Illinois agriculture.
   
   
4. Because you're an IFB member. Armed with Illinois Farm Bureau's grassroots policies, ACTIVATOR makes carefully studied, well-informed decisions on whom to support. This is why only IFB member can contribute to ACTIVATOR.
   
   
5. Because united farmers are powerful farmers. You know that when farmers work together, they are powerful. The same can be said for your donations. Even the smallest donations make enormous impacts when combined in ACTIVATOR.
   
   
6. Because you have nothing to hide. The political involvement fund system allows the public to know who contributes and who receives in-kind services. It is an open, honest system by which people can come together to support candidates.
   
   
7. Because you have rights. ACTIVATOR is an important tool to protect farmers' interests. It is designed to protect your rights. Giving to ACTIVATOR makes sure someone is looking out for you.

What are you waiting for? Show your support for pro-farm legislators. Contribute to ACTIVATOR today.