Get Inspired

See how we’ve been fostering careers in production agriculture for the last 5 years.

Get Inspired

See how we’ve been fostering careers in production agriculture for the last 5 years.

Inspirational Stories

America’s future farmers all have something in common. Each story is unique, but the passion, dedication and hard work is engrained in all of them. Hear from them why farming is their future.

Dear Mr. Dasher & Kroger,

Thank you so much for your generosity and commitment to future farmers! Here in Kentucky, we awarded our scholarship to our Star Farmer, Lauren Schmidt, a goat farmer from the Livingston Central FFA chapter in West KY. She is attending the University of Kentucky. Our state convention is each June in Lexington. We would welcome your attendance sometime!

Warm Thanks,
Sheldon

Dear Growing America’s Farmers,

I am Irelyn from the Golden Valley FFA Chapter. This year I am a state finalist in the Diversified Crop Production Proficiency with my family farm, Hullana Farms. I would like to thank you for your donations to the FFA program by sponsoring awards for this competition. People like you keep the organization strong.

Thank you,
Irelyn

Dear Mr. Dasher,

I am sincerely honored and humbled in being selected for the 2018 Ohio FFA Growing America’s Farmers Scholarship.

This scholarship will give me the opportunity to launch my educational career, while easing the financial burden. I am now more excited than ever to begin my post-secondary education at the Ohio State University this fall. I chose agriculture as my major to continue and improve upon America’s leading role in the world as the most-advanced agricultural society. The FFA, in particular, has been a guiding light in finding my passion. I look forward to continuing to uphold the ideals of the FFA through my future work, and much like you, I know this future will be centered on production agriculture. Through your generous donation, I hope to achieve my goals in the world of agriculture to set up a legacy my family and community will be proud of for generations.

Again, I would like to thank you for your kind generosity.

Sincerely,
Alex

Dear Walmart, Kroger, and Sam’s Club,

I am honored to be a recipient of the Growing America’s Farmers Scholarship, which was awarded through the Ohio FFA Foundation. Thank you for your generosity, which has allowed me to fund my education. FFA has meant so much to me over the years, and I was even fortunate enough to win a state championship in Dairy Cattle Judging, as well as receive my state degree. Because of my experiences in FFA and the receipt of this scholarship, I will be attending the Ohio State University and studying Agricultural Systems Management. I plan to pursue a career in agriculture and give back to the agriculture industry.

Thank you again for your thoughtful and generous gift.

Sincerely,
Nolan

Dear Sam’s Club,

I am writing this to express my gratitude for my 2018 Growing America’s Farmers Scholarship. These funds are allowing me to chase my dreams here at the University of Arkansas. Thank you so much for playing a part in my education.

Best Wishes,
Zachary

Dear Mr. Dasher,

Thank you so much for your sponsorship of proficiency awards. This year my proficiency is in Diversified crop as I help manage the process of planting and irrigating my family’s prune orchard and corn field. I can’t thank you enough for your support and dedication towards the FFA. Thank you again.

Sincerely,
John

Dear Sirs,

On behalf of the Oklahoma FFA Foundation, Brett Ramsey, Chairman and myself, we would like to thank you for your support of the Oklahoma FFA Association and the 27,000 FFA members state wide.

We are grateful for the Growing America’s Farmers Campaign and the funds returned to our students because of its success. Supporting Oklahoma FFA members, advisors and chapters with your gift encourages students to pursue excellence and rewards the talent and effort they have put forth. Your gift makes a difference! The sponsorship is going to our Vegetable Production Proficiency Cash Award and will be recognized in our convention program, on the large overhead screen in the main arena and at the Stars Luncheon.

We would be honored to have you attend our convention and meet the student winners of the award. Specifically, the Awards and Stars Luncheon would be an excellent time to interact with the winners.

The campaign was promoted on our Facebook page and it had excellent interest with 22 shares and 2,678 views. We certainly appreciate the campaign, your support and will do all we can to support future endeavors.

Again, thank you for your sponsorship.

Sincerely,
Holly