Become a MANRRS National Partner

Shape the Future of Our Industry

GROW YOUR COMPANY’S IMPACT BY CONTRIBUTING TO SOMETHING GREATER

As a National Partner of MANRRS, your organization will have the opportunity to be at the forefront of the industry. 

 Your partnership assists MANRRS with continuing its mission of "promoting academic and professional advancement by empowering minorities in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences." You will gain valuable industry connections, increase access to highly qualified job candidates, boost networking opportunities, and more.

OUR PARTNERS
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What’s the Impact of Your Partnership? 

Inspiring the Legacy

MANRRS is a community that builds genuine, ongoing connections. We strive to be a catalyst in your workplace for diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we need your help in building a stronger future – together. 

The proof is in our year-over-year numbers. 

250%

Increase in National Programs

114%

Growth in Overall Membership

176%

Increase in National Conference Registrations

That's Not All.

Through National Partner support, MANRRS has grown in its ability to increase funding for scholarships, raise the number of internships and jobs within our member & partner network, and make huge gains in social media following and interactions. 

You don’t want to miss becoming part of this wave of growth. 

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MANRRS NATIONAL PARTNERS

Meet the Organizations that Make a Difference

Our National Partners support and empower MANRRS to increase funding for regional and national events, scholarships and internships, and create impactful change in our organization and the industry. 

Titanium Plus Partners

Titanium Partners

Diamond Partners

Platinum Partners

  • ADM
  • Bayer
  • Nationwide
  • Syngenta
  • Tyson Foods
  • Tractor Supply Co.
  • Valent
  • USAID
  • USDA Forest Service

Gold Partners

  • Ardent Mills
  • Carhartt
  • Dairy Farmers of America
  • FMC
  • Missouri Department of Conservation
  • Peace Corps
  • S2G Ventures
  • USDA NIFA

Silver Partners

  • Walmart
  • Zinpro
  • USDA
  • Tegma

What Do Our Partners Say?

I have attended dozens if not hundreds of industry events in my long career and nothing has inspired me or impressed me more than the MANRRS Annual Conference. The dedication and commitment to these upcoming leaders is inspiring. The ongoing support network throughout the alumni's careers is amazing. MANRRS is a world-class organization and the Annual Conference is a world-class event. I am very proud that my company, Cargill, supports MANRRS.

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Lee Bonecutter, Cargill (Titanium Partner)

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Benefits of MANRRS NATIONAL Partners

National Partners are organizations that financially contribute to fund scholarships, host programming, sponsor students’ expenses to events, and other areas as needed.

Discover the levels of sponsorship and the benefits for your organization.

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Please note: This is an overview of National Partner benefits. We also offer one-time Corporate Sponsor opportunities & Exhibitor options for National and Regional Events. For full details regarding sponsorships, please submit an Inquiry Form.  

  • Diverse Recruitment

    Diverse Recruitment

    • Access to America’s largest pool of underrepresented minorities in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences for internships and permanent jobs 
    • Connections to highly qualified, diverse, and work-ready students and professionals 
    • Discounted rate or complimentary job/internship postings depending on your partner level
  • Brand Opportunities

    Brand Opportunities

    • Gain exposure and name recognition through sponsorship, volunteering, and events 
    • Showcase and promote your organization at the Annual Conference and Regional Meetings 
    • Unmatched opportunity for visibility through first priority selection for sponsored events and items for the Annual Training Conference and Career Fair, based on your sponsorship level 
  • Exclusive Events

    Exclusive Events

    • Opportunities to assist and participate in local chapter activities and Cluster/Regional Workshops as well as complimentary registration at Cluster/Regional Workshops/National Training Conference and Career Fair, depending on your sponsorship level
    • Direct access to student members at collegiate chapters via campus visits facilitated by the National MANRRS Office
    • Ability to host unique training events focused around your organization’s expertise 

Diverse Recruitment

  • Access to America’s largest pool of underrepresented minorities in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences for internships and permanent jobs 
  • Connections to highly qualified, diverse, and work-ready students and professionals 
  • Discounted rate or complimentary job/internship postings depending on your partner level

Brand Opportunities

  • Gain exposure and name recognition through sponsorship, volunteering, and events 
  • Showcase and promote your organization at the Annual Conference and Regional Meetings 
  • Unmatched opportunity for visibility through first priority selection for sponsored events and items for the Annual Training Conference and Career Fair, based on your sponsorship level 

Exclusive Events

  • Opportunities to assist and participate in local chapter activities and Cluster/Regional Workshops as well as complimentary registration at Cluster/Regional Workshops/National Training Conference and Career Fair, depending on your sponsorship level
  • Direct access to student members at collegiate chapters via campus visits facilitated by the National MANRRS Office
  • Ability to host unique training events focused around your organization’s expertise 

NATIONAL PARTNER FAQs

What can I expect once I become a partner?

Year 1 is focused on onboarding; this entails building a relationship with membership. Our team will introduce you to membership & familiarize you with the partner brand & opportunities, including: 

  • Build brand awareness and recognition of you as a National Partner 
  • Share opportunities – promote partner events, sponsored content, & jobs offered by partner + make partner aware of what opportunities they can take advantage of within MANRRS (professional membership, conference, networking, etc.) 
  • Teach you how to maximize your partnership (i.e. best practice is to create an internal committee or team so that you can take full advantage of what MANRRS has to offer) 

Starting year 2 and beyond, you should understand the ins and outs of National Partner benefits and be able to take advantage of full exposure as a partner. 

How do I join the Advisory Board?

Advisory Board members must complete year 1 onboarding and then sustain a minimum partnership level of $50k for years 2 through 3. During year 4, you are eligible for Advisory Board consideration upon nomination.

What's included at the partnership
level?

Partnerships are based on sponsor-level tiers and include opportunities for organizations to showcase their brand, access diverse recruitment opportunities, and become involved in exclusive events. For full details, please download our partnership guide. 

How do I set up a partner
scholarship?

Partner scholarship funds have a minimum threshold of $25K. If you are a current National Partner interested in setting up a scholarship fund at or above $25K, please contact the MANRRS National Office to begin establishing a scholarship. 

NOTE: MANRRS does have an option for micro-scholarships, but these will not be acknowledged as official partner scholarships, only as donations. 

Is there an admin fee for
National Partners? 

Yes, there is a 20% admin fee applied to each partnership that helps to cover overhead costs associated with partner management, including promotional support for partner brand & programming, resources & equipment necessary to host/execute partner programming & events, facilitation/coordination of MANRRS-associated connections, etc. The fee is applied to the subtotal, not grand total of the partner fee.

Are scholarship funds counted
toward the partnership amount?

No, the full amount of funds designated to scholarships are used solely for that purpose, so scholarship funds are separate from your partnership investment. Partnership funding supports the MANRRS organization.

How can I get the most out of my
MANRRS partnership?

Your onboarding year (year 1) will be focused on best practices to maximize partnership. To maximize your partnership, we recommend creating an internal steering committee or cross-functional team that includes a point person for each aspect of MANRRS for areas including: 

  • DEI 
  • Sponsorships 
  • Internships /Jobs 
  • Community engagement/volunteer hours 
  • Scholarships 
  • Programming/Events 
How do I become a partner or
upgrade my partnership?

Contact the MANRRS National Office via our interest form below. Just fill out a few questions and we will be in touch with you soon to help you with next steps.

What is the difference between
a donation & partnership?

Donations are primarily from individuals, and do not come with partner benefits, while companies or organizations that contribute financially are considered partnerships if they meet the partner tier funding requirement, unless the organization indicates the funds are to be used as a donation. If you’re interested in learning about your support opportunities, please contact the MANRRS office via our form below. 

How long is a partnership term?

Partnership terms begin January 1 of each calendar year and end December 31. You are welcome to sign up for multiple partner terms beyond your 1st onboarding year.  

 Please note: Our programming calendars do not coincide with our partnership terms. Based on peak membership activity, our programming and events follow a May 1 to April 30 schedule. 

Our Team is Here To Help

Ready to Take the Next Step in MANRRS Partnership?

Whether you’re new to partnership or you’d like to upgrade to the next tier, our team is here to help you maximize your benefits and feel confident in moving forward with MANRRS.  

We can’t wait to learn about your company goals and work with you to shape the future of our industry as a more inclusive, welcoming space for all. 

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