Meet Francesca, the 2016 Donor Relations Intern!

May 12, 2016

Hello, I’m Francesca Mittag!

Growing up on a small acreage outside of Parkersburg, Iowa, where my family currently runs a boer goat operation, has been one of the biggest blessings. The influence of agriculture has been deeply embedded into my roots for as long as I can remember. From showing livestock, exhibiting projects and camping at the local county fair, to winning a national livestock show, we have done it all. While all that has been wonderful, my most memorable moments come from spending time at the great, Iowa State Fair. Whether it’s being in the livestock barn, making countless memories with new and old friends or enjoying food on a stick, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. It’s a family tradition.

The Iowa State Fair is one of my favorite things, but wearing cardinal and gold while cheering on the Cyclones is a close second. Going into my senior year at Iowa State University, majoring in Agriculture Communications, I can’t think of a better second “family” to be a part of. I am an active member of the Iowa State University Block and Bridle Club where I served as the 2015-2016 Goat interest group president, a philanthropy committee member and currently am a tri-chair for the Little North American showmanship contest. Block and Bridle has given me a broad cross-section of opportunities and I can’t wait to see what my senior year brings.

I have the pleasure of being the summer 2016 donor relations intern for the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation. I have jumped right into my projects and I can tell you, it’s going to be an exciting summer! I will be working with Peter and Drew a majority of my time on a variety of different activities and events with again, donors as my primary focus. I have been designing items for the Corndog Kickoff and Legislative Day, and have begun sorting concert club tickets to the incredible entertainment acts the 2016 Iowa State Fair has to offer. The office has been in full swing as all the interns are in place.

I look forward to meeting many new faces this summer and sharing in our “locally grown” traditions.