Members have given gifts to sponsor specific
research within the Center.
Gifts have been received from:
| J&D Produce |
| Texas Sweet Potato Council |
| Griffin and Brand of McAllen, Inc |
| Outback Steakhouse |
.
Endowment Fund
A permanent endowment fund was created
in 1993 to provide a base for long-term
commitment to research in the Center. The goal is to endow $3 million into a
fund providing
a continuous source of funding for graduate assistantships, postdoctoral fellowships
and
other high priority needs.
The following companies have made pledges totaling $320,000:
| Elmore & Stahl, Inc. |
| Griffin and Brand of McAllen, Inc. |
| McManus Produce |
| Starr Produce, Inc. |
If you are interested in contributing
to these areas please contact the VFIC at
(979) 862-4521 or by e-mail.