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This is a column written by Kentucky FFA Foundation Executive Director, Sheldon McKinney,  for "The Farmer's Pride" and featured in a December 2025 issue.  This year has been one for the  Kentucky FFA history books. This August, we were humbled and honored to announce that the Kentucky FFA Fou...

Request for Proposal (RFP): Website Redesign for Kentucky FFA Issued By: Kentucky FFA Foundation Date Issued: 7/15/25 Proposal Deadline: 9/22/25 1. Introduction Kentucky FFA is a youth organization dedicated to growing leaders, building communities, and strengthening agriculture by su...

NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2025 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Sheldon McKinney Executive Director Kentucky FFA Foundation 606-782-4620 sheldon.mckinney@kyffa.org Media Kit Kentucky FFA Foundation Announces $11 Million Gift From Bill Gatton Foundation Kentucky...

2025 Kentucky State Fair Results  Podium Winners List Agricultural Mechanics  Agronomy Dairy Floriculture Jr. Dairy Jr. Livestock Livestock  Meats Nursery Seed ID Small Power  Wildlife Welding

News Release For more information: Sheldon McKinney Executive Director Kentucky FFA Foundation, Inc. (606) 782-4620sheldon.mckinney@kyffa.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 22, 2025 First Southern National Bank Gives $100,000 to Support Kentucky FFA Members Gift will fund financia...

  Kentucky FFA, Kentucky 4-H and Kentucky Proud are pleased to announce the Friends of Agriculture Specialty License Plate Design Contest—an opportunity for Kentucky students to showcase their creativity while supporting the future of agriculture in the Commonwealth. The new Friends of Agricul...

Maker’s Mark underscored its deep ties to Kentucky agriculture and ongoing commitment to investing in the future with its one-of-a-kind donation during the Kentucky FFA Foundation’s 8th annual Blue & Gold Gala. “Maker’s Mark was proud to partner with the FFA to raise money for the next gen...

Bryan Estes, retired agriculture teacher at Logan County High School, was recently recognized for his statewide impact with the Ag Teachers Changes Lives Award from the Kentucky Association of Agricultural Educators.  Established in 2009, this award recognizes Kentucky agriculture teachers who...

  Harvey Franklin, an agriculture teacher at Lincoln County High School, was recently recognized for his statewide impact with the Ag Teachers Changes Lives Award from the Kentucky Association of Agricultural Educators.  Established in 2009, this award recognizes Kentucky agriculture teache...

News Release For more information: Sheldon McKinney Executive Director Kentucky FFA Foundation, Inc. (606) 782-4620 sheldon.mckinney@kyffa.org   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 3,  2025 The Kentucky FFA Foundation is pleased to announce that Farm Credit Mid-America has signifi...

  This article was written was written by Kentucky FFA Foundation Executive Director and was featured in a February 2025 edition of The Farmer's Pride.    Recognizing and supporting agriculture teachers is a priority for us here in Kentucky. The 2024-2025 school year began with five ...

Kentucky FFA Foundation Job Opportunity - Program Manager The Kentucky FFA Foundation is seeking a driven and enthusiastic individual with a passion for strengthening Agricultural Education in Kentucky. This position focuses on expanding opportunities for students, fostering connection...

  When Leslie and Donna Stith made provisions for planned gifts through their estate tru...

Kentucky FFA is looking for motivated and organized individuals to assist with the Kentucky FFA State Convention!  These individuals will work during (and in some cases before) the State FFA Convention which will be held in Lexington on June 10-12.  Successful candidats will get a behind the scen...

Easy Giving to KY FFA: Letter from Chairman Nick Carter My fellow FFA supporters,    It has been my great pleasure over the last few years to be able to support the KY FFA Foundation, both financially and with my t...