Farm Credit salutes the FFA during National FFA Week

Over $100,000 given to FFA youth initiatives in 2008

Louisville, Ky – January 28, 2009- During 2008, ag lending cooperative Farm Credit Services of Mid-America contributed over $100,000 to FFA projects and programs in Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Tennessee, including the purchase of a new computer lab at the FFA Center in Hardinsburg, Kentucky.  “Whether sponsoring local star farmer competitions, state degrees, or assisting with building projects and providing shirts to the state officers for the national convention, we can think of no better way to support today’s youth than through initiatives such as these,” said Tom Schlenker, executive vice president with FCS.  “With National FFA week starting on February 21, we wanted to take a moment to congratulate the youth who participate in this quality youth organization,” he said.

Schlenker went on to say that contributions to programs such as FFA demonstrate how cooperatives can do best by supporting youth interested in agriculture and the betterment of rural America.  “Our FFA leaders and vocation ag teachers who support these programs are ensuring our youth have positive experiences.  They are helping today’s youth develop character and build strong leadership standards, and we appreciate their efforts,”

Support to programs like FFA represents Farm Credit’s commitment to allocate stewardship dollars to programs that build leadership and encourage teamwork in rural America’s youth. Farm Credit Services, headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, gives back to local communities through its FCS Support for Agriculture Stewardship Program implemented in 2008 with the endorsement of the cooperative board’s 18 members.  The program targets funds to agricultural projects and educational initiatives, giving priority to youth and young farmers. 

Corporate Giving Program

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About Farm Credit Services

Farm Credit Services of Mid-America is a $16 billion financial services cooperative serving over 85,000 farmers, agribusinesses and rural residents in Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana and Tennessee. The association provides loans for all farm and rural living purposes including real estate, operating, equipment and housing and related services such as crop and life insurance and vehicle, equipment and building leases. For more information about Farm Credit, call 1-800-444-FARM or go online at www.e-farmcredit.com.

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