AgGeorgia Farm Credit awarded $55,000 to twelve local non-profit organizations as part of the cooperative’s Community Mission Fund. The grant program was established in 2023 to support endeavors that further the future of agriculture and enhance life in rural Georgia.
Southeast FFA Chapter was selected as a recipient and used the funds to purchase new livestock pens to facilitate a smooth transition while the Chapter’s barn is rebuilt. In February, Southeast FFA faced a tragic fire incident resulting in the complete loss of its barn facility and the unfortunate loss of all goats and pigs housed within. Despite this devastating event, no students or staff members were reported injured.
The barn, a cornerstone of the Chapter’s agricultural education program, was central to providing hands-on learning experiences for students. In the wake of this loss, they are steadfast in their commitment to rebuild and restore these vital educational opportunities.
“This generous donation ensures that our students will continue to benefit from practical, experiential learning in agriculture and animal husbandry. We extend our sincere gratitude to AgGeorgia Farm Credit for their invaluable support during this challenging time. Their contribution accelerates our recovery efforts and reaffirms Farm Credit’s commitment to fostering educational excellence in our community,” states Zack Lumpkin, Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor at Southeast Whitfield High School.
AgGeorgia Farm Credit will accept applications for the 2024 Community Mission Fund until June 30, 2024. For more information and to apply, please visit the AgGeorgia Farm Credit Community Mission Fund page, here.
