News : Local Steers bring in thousands for charity at Gov. Charity Steer Show

Izzie Birker at the Iowa State Fair with "Cole The CornStar" and Sir-Loin. She's raised $17,139.54 so far for the Ronald McDonald House

French Fry and Reagan Regan Burmeister

Tim O'Connell and Reagan Burmeister

In the 2024 lineup for the Governor's Steer Show, two steers with connections to Benton County helped to bring the total donated to the Ronald McDonald House to to $568,000!

If you would like to donate to the cause and support one of the area presenters, you can still donate at the link below..just note the steer's number so that your donation will go to the appropriate place.

Click here: Governor's Charity Steer Show 2024 | Iowa Cattlemen's Association (Powered by Donorbox)

Sir-Loin #9

Izzie Birker, Garrison, raised $12,639.54 before the auction and brought in another $4,500 at the auction for a total of $17,139.54. Sponsors were Eastern Iowa Ronald McDonald House and Quad Cities McDonald's.

Izzie showed her steer with "Cole The CornStar" from CornStar Farms. He is a YouTube & Social Media Influencer and you can see his content HERE.

French Fry #17

Reagan Burmeister, Rowley, raised a total of $14,000 for the Ronald McDonald House as well. Her sponsors were Benton County Cattlemen and Local Supporters. Reagan showed her steer with Tim O'Connell, a 3x World Champion Bareback Rider.