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Howard County farmer directs $2,500 to Fayette FFA

Posted 6/8/21

  RG and Marilyn Kirby recently directed a $2,500 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to the Fayette FFA Chapter. The agriculture department will use the funds to make …

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Howard County farmer directs $2,500 to Fayette FFA

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 RG and Marilyn Kirby recently directed a $2,500 Bayer Fund America’s Farmers Grow Communities donation to the Fayette FFA Chapter. The agriculture department will use the funds to make improvements to the greenhouse and shop at Fayette High School. The FFA chapter will also use the funds to go on trips and compete in contests.

“The donation from the Kirbys will help our program tremendously. As the agriculture program grows we need new tools and supplies in the department,” said Robyn Eschenbrenner, FFA Advisor and teacher. 

Since 2010, the America’s Farmers programs have awarded more than $59 million to nonprofits, aspiring agriculture students, and public schools across rural America. Farmers are leaders in their communities, which is why America’s Farmers programs rely on them to help identify the most worthy causes. 

Dedicated to making a difference in rural farming communities, the Grow Communities program asks farmers across the country to participate by nominating nonprofit organizations with resources to strengthen their local communities. Last August, farmers entered for the chance to direct a $2,500 Grow Communities donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice. Farmers have directed donations to food banks, emergency response organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs, and many others that reflect the spirit and support the vibrancy of rural America.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone, including those in rural regions, and farmers play a critical role in helping communities overcome challenges, like the ones we’re currently facing,” said Al Mitchell, Bayer Fund president. “Bayer Fund is proud to work side-by-side with farmers to identify local eligible nonprofit organizations that are able to provide their residents with solutions that leave a lasting impact.” 

The Bayer Fund is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening the communities where Bayer customers and employees live and work by providing funding for food and nutrition, education and community development projects. 

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