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The Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation is inviting organizations to register for the 2025 Youth Pathways Grant Pitch Session Oct. 3. The pitch session is a required step in applying for the Youth Pathways Grant and is an opportunity for organizations to present their proposals to the Youth Pathways Advisory Committee and receive constructive feedback to refine their final grant submission.
Now in its ninth year, the Youth Pathways Grant supports innovative programs that connect young people with meaningful careers in agriculture.
“In Ohio, agriculture is a powerhouse of the state’s economy and supports nearly one in eight jobs, but with workforce needs expected to grow significantly in the next decade, the Youth Pathways Grant is designed to spark passion in our young folks and fill the professional gap,” said Kelly Burns, executive director of the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation. “As a partner, the foundation seeks to support efforts that successfully prepare students for post-secondary training or direct placement in ag-related careers.”
The foundation will award up to $100,000 to organizations that demonstrate innovative program design, utilize partnerships with community organizations and demonstrate statewide program sustainability. Preference will be given to organizations that need startup funds for long-term programming initiatives and success.
2025 Youth Pathways Grant timeline:
Registration for Pitch Session: Sept. 5 – 26.
Pitch Session (In‑Person): Oct. 3. (9 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Proposal Submission Window: Oct. 6 – 20.
Additional details and registration for the pitch session and Youth Pathways Grant are available at ofb.ag/youthpathwaysgrant2025.
About Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation
Founded in 1983, the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation is committed to inspiring and educating the next generation of farmers, ensuring the progress and prosperity of Ohio agriculture far into the future. Through scholarships, programming and grants, the foundation is dedicated to building a strong workforce of farmers who are passionate and prepared to grow Ohio agricultural communities. To learn more about the foundation, visit ofbf.org/foundation.
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