Our Commitment
Mission
Striving for measurable agricultural community improvement in
Ohio through the support of projects that focus on agricultural
education, environmental and economic issues.
Purpose
The Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation (Foundation) was established
in 1985 to further initiatives that improve the quality of life in
all of Ohio's agricultural communities. The Foundation strives for
measurable community improvement through its support of special
projects that focus on agricultural education, environmental and
economic issues.
Education
Programs that focus on agricultural education and incorporate
scientific and economic principles. Areas of interest include but
are not limited to, maintaining educational excellence in Ohio
through the promotion of student achievement in the classroom
(scholarship funds, institutional agricultural learning and
programs), community agricultural education programs and leadership
development initiatives. Programs may also work to heighten
partnerships and awareness of agricultural initiatives in metro
areas.
Environment
Programs that encourage the advancement of agricultural
environmental issues or find solutions through community
involvement.
Economic Issues
Programs that promote economic development for agricultural
communities and activities. Areas of interest include, but are not
limited to, technology advancement, agribusiness development and
risk reduction opportunities. |