World Ag Expo raises $91K for Valley Children’s Healthcare

The International Agri-Center, World Ag Expo, and the Central Valley Toyota Dealers presented a check for $91,442.32 to Valley Children’s Healthcare during the All Guild Picnic on May 28 in Madera, California.

This donation marks another milestone in a partnership that began in 2015. Since then, the collaboration has raised more than $875,000 in support of Valley Children’s Healthcare.

The funds were generated by the Guilds of Valley Children’s Healthcare through their participation in the World Ag Expo Toyota Tundra Giveaway. Guild members sold tickets for a chance to win a 2025 Toyota Tundra, with all proceeds going directly to the hospital.

“The Guilds of Valley Children’s are grateful for 11 years of partnership with World Ag Expo and Central Valley Toyota Dealers to help fulfill our mission,” said Marla McClaskey, chair of the Guild Coordinating Council.

The winning ticket was drawn on the final day of World Ag Expo, with Jayson Wertenberger of Fresno taking home the new truck. The 2025 Toyota Tundra was donated by the Central Valley Toyota Dealers, who serve as the official truck sponsor of World Ag Expo.

“The Toyota Tundra Giveaway is more than just a tradition at World Ag Expo, it’s a meaningful way we give back to the community,” said Jerry Sinift, Chief Executive Officer of the International Agri-Center. “We’re incredibly proud to present this donation to Valley Children’s Healthcare, an organization that makes a real difference in the lives of families across the region. We’re honored to be part of it.”

The International Agri-Center, located in Tulare, California, is home to World Ag Expo, scheduled for February 10-12, 2026. The event draws approximately 100,000 attendees from 65 countries annually and features more than 1,200 exhibitors across 2.6 million square feet of show space.

Founded in 1949, the Guilds of Valley Children’s Healthcare are the hospital’s largest contributors, having raised over $35 million to date. Their efforts continue to focus on fundraising, advocacy, and fostering community support for Valley Children’s and its mission.