give2grow: it's SPAM-tastic!

QUICK!

What's the FIRST THING that comes to your mind
when you see a can of THIS?

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Up until yesterday, my first thought would have been:
"What IS that?"
Thanks to the awesome folks at Hormel Foods,
I have a better grasp on how SPAM and other Hormel products are
making the company a leader in their industry,
staying true to their values,
and breaking "the monotony".

Our team had the awesome opportunity to tour both the Hormel Plant and the Research and Development Facilities this Friday. "Originate, don't imitate" is the key concept that has helped Hormel Foods be a leader in their industry since 1891. From grocery store products to the food service industry, Hormel has found ways to keep themselves viable in the market for many years!

When George A. Hormel started his business over 100 years ago, he had no intention of doing things the way they had ever been done before. Staying true to his values, Hormel began building the business into exactly what he wanted it to be - a company that processed only the best pork in the industry. Today, Hormel Foods sticks to that same tradition. Along with their high standard for quality, Hormel has become well-known for their huge philanthropic efforts. From sponsoring student organizations, such as the FFA, to sending SPAM to Japan to aid in their relief efforts, this company has made themselves known for their generous giving!

Now, back to my previous question.
When you think "SPAM", what do you think of?

Do you think of breaking the monotony?

What is monotony? According to Mr. Webster...
mo-not-o-ny [muh-not-n-ee]: wearisome uniformity or lack of variety.

In other words?
MONOTONOUS = old-school. the same old, same old. BORING.

How is SPAM breaking the monotony of the every day meal?
Easy.
SPAM is that flash of color in your "blah" eggs.
It's the spice in your mac and cheese.
SPAM is making ordinary extraordinary.

Here's another question...

QUICK!

What's the FIRST THING that comes to your mind
when you see THIS?

Up until my freshman year, my first thought would have been:
"What IS that?"
Thanks to two great high school Ag teachers,
a handful of wonderful mentors,
and nearly 9000 Minnesota FFA members,
I have a better grasp on how
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

Every day FFA members across the state are doing great things for our chapters, our communities, and the random people we meet walking down the street. We are making a difference in the lives of so many - simply because we know what that Blue Jacket stands for to us: being ourselves, doing something great, breaking the monotony.

So friends, I have one final question.