CHS Foundation (Formerly Cenex Harvest States Foundation)
Grant Information
The CHS Foundation is funded by charitable gifts from CHS. We are committed to making a lasting, measurable impact on rural America and agriculture industry through investments that develop ag leaders for lifelong success. Together with our partners, we are igniting innovation and driving excellence in agriculture education, cultivating high-impact programs for rural youth and accelerating potential for careers in agriculture.
Farmher Inc., Urbandale, IA, $2500; Iowa Farmers Union Education Foundation, Ames, IA, $10,000; Iowa State University, $22,000; Serena FFA Chapter, Serena, IL, $500; National FFA Foundation, Indianapolis, IN, $1000; Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, $Curtis, NE, $10,000.
Application info
Applications should be addressed to: CHS Foundation, 5500 Cenex Drive, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077
Telephone: 1-800-814-0506.
Applications may submit a request online at https://www.chsinc.com/stewardship
Written requests are accepted but not encouraged.
The CHS Foundation cooperative education grants program is a competitive grants program focused on investing in programs that develop and enhance the understanding of cooperative business through education, professional development, and practical experience. Applications are accepted annually, January to late February, at www.chsfoundation.org
CHS Foundation University Scholarship awards are focused on providing financial assistance to undergraduate students at select two-year and four-year colleges and universities in the United States who are pursuing agriculture-related degrees. Preference is given to students with an interest in agriculture-based cooperatives. The program is administered by the foundation's 25 partner colleges and universities, and the selection committees are independent from CHS Foundation. To apply, contact the financial aid offices listed ag https://www.chsfoundation.org/university-partnerships
Dave Bielenberg (Chariman)
Dan Schurr (First Vice-Chairman)
C J Blew (Second Vice-Chairman)