Grants for Growing funds are raised at Tractor Supply Company (TSC) stores during National FFA Week, and each year FFA chapters can apply for up to $5,000. The Grants for Growing program provides funding to support one of three areas: Grow Your Classroom, Grow Your FFA Chapter or Grow Your Ag Awareness. The National FFA Organization has seen some amazing programs over the past few years, and every FFA chapter that receives Grants for Growing funding has its own success story.
The Central Valley FFA in California recently received funding to support a year-round greenhouse that provides vegetables for the community. Students in the agriculture chemistry classes researched various soils, brands of seed and growing temperatures to ensure a successful greenhouse operation.
Is your chapter looking to apply this year? Be sure to check out FFA.org/Grants-For-Growing and review the chapter checklist and FAQ. You can also visit your local TSC store and have a conversation about the program and how to partner during the time leading up to National FFA Week.
Feb. 17-28, TSC stores across the country will accept donations via the TSC paper emblem program to support these grants. Customers can donate $1 or more at checkout while shopping in-store or online at www.tractorsupply.com. To learn more about the emblem program, visit the Grants for Growing webpage.
