The Tom Wilson Memorial Fund, a fund of the Fulton County Community Foundation, recently awarded a $2,500 grant to the Fulton County Pork Producers Association to support their annual youth swine show, the Fulton County 500.
Held on Memorial Day at the Fulton County Fairgrounds, this year’s event was the largest yet, with 350 pigs shown and 106 youth participating in showmanship.
The fund was established in 2006 in memory of Tom Wilson, a local advocate for agriculture and education. His legacy continues through support of programs that reflect his passion for livestock and youth development.
“We’re incredibly grateful to the Tom Wilson Memorial Fund through the Fulton County Community Foundation and the Wilson family for their generous support,” said Pork Producers committee member Gus Lukens. “Thanks to sponsors like them, this year’s Fulton County 500 Open Swine Show was our biggest yet. The energy, excitement, and opportunities created by this event are a true reflection of Tom Wilson’s legacy. His passion for agriculture and commitment to youth lives on in every moment of this show, and we thank the Wilson family for continuing to make that possible.”
The Fulton County 500 is open to youth ages 5–21 and continues to grow each year in participation and visibility.
To learn more about the show and the Pork Producers’ ongoing efforts, visit the Fulton County Pork Producers Facebook page.
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