Investing in the Future of Farm Broadcasting
Now more than ever, agriculture needs to invest in future leaders who will shape the industry.
The NAFB Foundation is the nonprofit charitable and education arm of the National Association of Farm Broadcasting, focused on ensuring the quality and viability of farm broadcasting and ag communications. Through generous corporate and individual donations, and proceeds from an annual auction, the foundation supports annual scholarships to students studying ag communications and internship grants to member stations and networks. In addition, the foundation also provides investments in continuing education, marketing and research initiatives.
In 2025, the foundation reached a milestone of funding more than $1 million since its founding in 1974, in support of students and young professionals seeking a career in ag communications.
Says Meghan Grebner, NAFB Foundation president: "This is a tremendous milestone, and it has been made possible through the generous support of corporate donations, booster club contributions, and funds raised at our annual auction. Together, we are strengthening farm broadcasting and building better communicators for all of American agriculture."
“The scholarships and internships from NAFB have helped fuel my passion for amplifying the positive stories of agriculture. The opportunity to learn and grow from other broadcasters were just as valuable.”
Michelle Stangler, Ag News Daily
“I never originally set out to pursue farm broadcasting. It wasn’t even on my radar until a radio station – affiliated with NAFB – reached out to share the opportunities that existed in this space. Thanks to a grant from the NAFB Foundation, I was able to take part in an initial internship that opened the door to everything that followed. Later, an NAFB scholarship became a valuable financial tool to help support my education.”
Bryce Doeschot, Rural Radio Network
A Million Reasons to Say "Thank You!"
A total of 167 college scholarships, and counting. More than 200 internship grants. One million dollars distributed to students and young professionals seeking a career in farm broadcasting and agriculture communications.
We believe that is something to celebrate and also thank the agriculture companies, booster club donors and NAFB auction participants for their generous support over the years. Thanks to them, NAFB is making a difference in the careers of future leaders in agriculture.
Together, let's continue the momentum! Corporate and individual donations are a perfect way to give back to the agriculture industry.
"The support that the foundation has provided to agriculture students over the years has grown way beyond our expectations. Yet our mission today remains as it started: to get young professionals trained and involved in the industry."
– Rich Hull, NAFB Emeritus Member and former NAFB Foundation treasurer
"The initiatives funded by the NAFB Foundation are designed to cultivate the next generation of farm broadcasters. With the support of individual donors and agribusiness, together we are strengthening farm broadcasting and building better communications for all of America."
– Meghan Grebner, 2025 NAFB Foundation President
Read the article, "NAFB Celebrates $1 Million Given," featured in AgriMarketing magazine here.
"Receiving an NAFB Foundation scholarship was more than just financial support – it was a vote of confidence in my future. Because of the support from the foundation, I've been able to advance my career and contribute to the industry that I love."
– Shannon Yokley Reenan, Incarnate Consulting
"The exposure and experience our interns get better prepares them for a career in the field of farm broadcasting. If they choose another career path, they carry that understanding of what we do and why it is so important to them. It's a win-win-win! "
– Cyndi Young-Puyear, Brownfield Ag News
Scholarships
The NAFB Foundation provides scholarships to students pursuing careers in agricultural communications.
Internships
The NAFB Foundation Internship Program offers internship grants to member stations and networks.
Education
Continuing Education Grants allow farm broadcasters to take advantage of opportunities for growth.
Your Support Helps Advance Farm Broadcasting and Agriculture
Booster Club
Get recognized for your annual contribution through the Foundation Booster Club.
Benefit Auction
Donate items for auction or bid on them during the annual Foundation Auction at the NAFB Convention.
Recognition
Donors who meet the Lifetime Donor criteria are recognized on the Lifetime Giving Plaque.
The NAFB Foundation is a non-profit Illinois corporation that operates as a 501 (c)(3) educational foundation.