Employee Betterment Funding Application

Objective: The IL Pork Producers Association (IPPA) wants to provide support to farm owners that are interested in enhancing their employee appreciation efforts with an end goal of increasing employee satisfaction and improving on-farm retention.

Why: As an industry, we recognize how important it is to not only have dependable employees but to retain them.

Funding: Throughout the year, the program will offer up to $250 of reimbursable funds towards employee betterment resources, activities, and appreciation.

Eligibility: Funds are available for items that provide a positive work environment for employees. These items can range from employee appreciation luncheons, personal hygiene resources, and team building opportunities. The funding is also available to assist in covering employee training costs.

Examples of approved funding includes the following but is not limited to:
•Toiletries for shower-in/shower-out barns

•Appreciation luncheon

•Work attire for employees

•Training Costs

Guidelines:
•The application must be submitted in advance and pre-approved by IPPA before funds will be distributed.

•The funds must be used towards pre-approved employee appreciation or improvements in theworkplace.

•Applicants can apply for up to $250.

•Applicants must provide receipts/proof of purchase to be reimbursed.

•Funding is available on a first-come, first-serve basis until depleted (max. 5 farms per entity).

•Applicants must submit photos of activities if applicable.

•IPPA has the final decision in approving funds.Questions:

For any additional questions including inquires on other activities that funding could cover, contact Gage Marinelli at (217) 529-3100 or by email at gage@ilpork.com

Submitted By

First NameLast Name

Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Email

example@example.com

Description of Activities/Resources:

Cost Overview (Please list items purchased i.e. product, supplies, etc. with costs):

Total Value:

Upload pictures of receipts:

Please send receipts for payment: (Required for reimbursement). We utilize www.bill.com to make payments. You will receive an e-mail invitation to add your bank information to receive a direct deposit of the reimbursement (if you choose). Otherwise, a check will be issued to the name and address below.

Please enter payment information if different than above.