Grants of up to $10,000 available to programs educating dairy producers, students and communities
Juneau, Wis. – The deadline is nearing for the next cycle of grant funding for Dairy’s Foundation. Nonprofits from around the country can apply for grants up to $10,000 for new programs that will build the skills of students or dairy producers or increase public trust in the people and products of dairy are encouraged to apply.
Applications are due Dec. 1, 2024, with notifications made by Feb. 1, 2025. Applications will be reviewed by an independent grant-selection committee. Organizations with a tax status of 501(c)(3) or (5) may apply.
“Grants from Dairy’s Foundation are a great opportunity to jumpstart new programs and ideas to strengthen our industry, boost sustainability efforts and build trust with our customers and communities,” said Brian Forrest, Dairy’s Foundation board chair and dairy producer from Stratford, Wis.
Dairy’s Foundation strives to identify emerging educational needs and help fill gaps in funding for new or innovative programs. Since 2010, Dairy’s Foundation has awarded more than $335,000 in grants to support vital programs that equip the dairy community with the latest tools and resources to be effective managers, leaders and ambassadors of dairy to their neighbors in rural and urban settings.
Grant criteria and guidelines can be found at www.DairyFoundation.org/grant-seekers/. Inquiries about Dairy’s Foundation grants can be sent to info@dairyfoundation.org.
Dairy’s Foundation, a national public-held foundation was established by Professional Dairy Producers in 2002 as a way to raise funds and award grants for educational programs. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 entity. Our mission is to share ideas, resources and experiences about important issues surrounding the dairy industry through educational opportunities for dairy producers and the public.
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