Community Foundation Launches 2026 Grant Program to Boost Agricultural Education
The Community Foundation Serving West Central Illinois & Northeast Missouri has announced the launch of the 'AgForward' grant program, aimed at enhancing agricultural education and innovation. This initiative, supported by the Bob W. Richter Endowment for Agricultural Education and the Compeer Financial Rural Collaboration Project, offers grants of up to $5,000. The program targets nonprofit educational institutions and organizations in west central Illinois and northeast Missouri, focusing on hands-on learning, emerging technologies, and workforce development in agriculture. The initiative seeks to inspire agricultural careers and develop a skilled workforce, with applications open from April 1 to May 15, and grants awarded by June 30.