Seven Ag Teachers Named Golden Owl Finalists
The Kansas FFA Foundation announced the seven district-level finalists for the 2026 Golden Owl recognition — ag teachers from across the state who were nominated by students, parents, colleagues, and community members for their exceptional service to students, FFA chapters, and their communities. Each district finalist will receive a $500 check and an engraved plaque […]
Foundation sets new one-day giving record
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Supporters across Kansas and beyond rallied on Thursday, Feb. 26, to support agricultural education, raising $106,032. These contributions were made by 545 individual donors during Give FFA Day. The outpouring of support underscores a strong commitment to the 14,159 Kansas FFA members in 242 FFA chapters across Kansas. Kansas once again ranked […]
FFA Members Receive business start up grants
The Kansas FFA Foundation has awarded 40 grants of $500 each to Kansas FFA members to help expand and improve Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects across the state. The investments — totaling $20,000 — will support student-led, hands-on learning in animal systems, plant systems, agribusiness, and technical pathways. The grants were made possible through the […]
Give FFA Day will celebrate and support future Kansas leaders
“When we give on Give FFA Day, we’re not just making a donation—we’re empowering young people with the confidence, skills, and experiences they need to lead agriculture and our communities into the future.”
Heartland Regional Stockyards to Host 4th Annual FFA Special Sale Supporting Kansas FFA
PLAINVILLE, Kan. – Heartland Regional Stockyards, Inc., in partnership with the Kansas FFA Foundation, is proud to announce the 4th Annual FFA Special Sale, set for Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the Heartland Regional Stockyards facility in Plainville, Kansas. The day will begin with a weigh-up sale at 9:00 a.m., followed by a feeder calf […]
Kansas FFA Foundation Awards Blue Jacket Grants
MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas FFA Foundation proudly announces that 55 Kansas FFA members have been selected to receive official FFA jackets through the Gift of Blue program for 2025. Made possible by generous sponsors, including McDonald’s Owners and Operators of the Southern Plains in Kansas, Sturgis Enterprises, MKC Cooperative, MFA Oil, Mike and Mary […]
Kansas FFA Blue and Gold Golf Scramble Set for August 8
Hesston, KS — The Kansas FFA Alumni and Supporters and Foundation is proud to announce the return of its highly anticipated Blue and Gold Golf Scramble, taking place on Friday, August 8, 2025, at the scenic Hesston Golf Course in Hesston, Kansas. This annual fundraising event directly benefits Kansas FFA members by providing scholarships to […]