ABCA
Agri-Business Club Alumni
Since 1972, the Agri-Business Club Alumni (ABCA) has brought together Black Hawk College East agriculture graduates. Through fellowship and shared experiences, ABCA supports the Ag program and helps alumni stay connected. The group works to build strong alumni relationships, help students succeed, and promote agriculture education.
ABCA helps move the Ag program forward by raising funds, advocating for agriculture, and involving alumni. Scholarships are a key part of what ABCA does, making it easier for students to afford their education and giving more people the chance to study at BHC East Campus.
Along with scholarships, ABCA also funds classroom resources and equipment that improve hands-on learning and make the student experience better. These efforts help graduates leave college ready for successful careers in agriculture.
Thanks to fundraising, ABCA awarded $11,000 in scholarships to East Campus agriculture students during the 2024–25 academic year. The group also provided up to $10,000 in mini-grants for equipment and classroom resources to support hands-on learning. In addition, ABCA was the lead sponsor of the Agricultural Recognition Banquet, which celebrated student achievement and brought the East Campus community together to honor their success.
ABCA is an independent organization with its own leadership, finances, and governance. Since 2011, ABCA has partnered with the Black Hawk College East Foundation and is recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law. This partnership helps both organizations and provides more resources for East Campus students.
ABCA alumni help continue the legacy of East Campus by supporting students through mentorship, advocacy, and financial support—strengthening opportunities and helping the next generation turn their education into meaningful careers in agriculture.
The Agri-Business Club Alumni Board works with the BHC East Foundation to support opportunities and resources at Black Hawk College East Campus. By staying involved, board members help strengthen students, programs, and the local agricultural community. Their dedication makes sure that key initiatives like scholarships, hands-on learning, and community events keep improving the East Campus experience for both current and future students.