Apply for Scholarships

The Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) annually awards more than $200,000 in scholarships to deserving individuals. Applications for the Western States Hereford Scholarships are open, and will close on Nov. 1. Recipients will be notified and recognized at the 2024 Western States Hereford Show in Reno, Nev.

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Foundation 1 Campaign

The Foundation 1 Campaign was initiated by Sierra Ranches, Modesto, Calif., with the intent that 1% of the proceeds of their fall production sale were donated to HYFA. Other farms, ranches and programs have joined the campaign over the years to continue this growth for the next generation. Learn about upcoming sales participating in the event and more information.

The Foundation 1 Campaign

Build the Future

HYFA supports the programs and activities that not only benefit the Hereford breed today but also helps establish the future of the Hereford breed for tomorrow’s youth. Thank you for your continued support of Hereford youth and research.

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Grow With Us

The Hereford Youth Foundation of America invites you to join our journey to better the next generation.

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Hereford Youth Foundation of America

Encourage, recognize and reward the development of life skills and values in the next generation of leaders by providing education, scholarship and leadership opportunities for Hereford Youth.

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Foundation 1 Store

All proceeds from the Foundation 1 Store support the Hereford Youth Foundation of America. With pillars supporting scholarship, education, leadership and research the next generation will lead our industry with generous support from our sponsors.

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The Four Pillars

These four pillars are the motivation behind all fundraising efforts, creating and developing growth in the next generation of Hereford breeders and cultivating leaders who will be instruments in next steps in research for the industry.

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Scholarships

The Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) and National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) work together to provide opportunities for our breed’s future leaders so that they may excel in their college and career paths, strengthening this industry and the breed.

Scholarships

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Leadership

Through the Faces of Leadership Conference made possible by the Coley-Malir Leadership Endowment young leaders are exposed to opportunities in the industry and the conference cultivates communication skills, encourage working in team settings and focus on individual development.

Committed to Leadership

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Education

The foundation holds fast to their mission of scholarship, leadership and education by providing programs that not only showcase the junior’s talents, but build leaders and prepare them for a bright future in the beef industry and beyond.

Education at the Forefront

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Research

The Hereford Research Foundation was established in 2009 as a division of the Hereford Youth Foundation of America, a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit organization, to support breed improvement projects outside the scope of the American Hereford Association (AHA) budget.

Hereford Research Division

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Memorial contributions can be made to the Hereford Youth Foundation of America in honor of anyone.

Memorials

You’ve seen Anticipation…. Now it’s time to meet, Landmark ⚡️

Junior National enthusiasts got to see LANDMARK come to life during the Grand Daddy of ‘Em All this summer. The CHOICE is yours as these custom canvas paintings by the talented artist, Michelle Weber Studio, Lake Benton, Minn., kick off the Ladies of The Royal sale and will be a treasured piece in your home or office. Will we see you there? You don’t want to miss out on these special pieces.

Read more about the Ladies of The Royal Sale and see what to expect here, issuu.com/buyhereford/docs/lotrcatalog2024_lr … See MoreSee Less

Check out the Catalog📖

The Jensen Ranch Chosen Female Sale on Oct. 24 is happening at 6 p.m. at the Sander’s Ranch in Louisburg, Kan. A percentage of the sale proceeds will benefit the pillars of the Foundation through the Foundation 1 Campaign and we’re so thankful to Jensen Ranch, Courtland, Kan., for their continued support of this campaign.

Learn More about the Foundation 1 Campaign, herefordyouthfoundation.org/campaigns-in-action/foundation-1-club-2/

View the Sale Catalog here, jensenbros.net/catalog.html … See MoreSee Less

Time’s ticking, don’t forget! 🗓️

The Western States Hereford Association Scholarships are exclusive to western states members and honor the legacies of Willard Wolf and John Ascuaga. Our donors are dedicated to the youth of the Hereford breed and want nothing more than to see our members flourish in their future endeavors.

Applications close on Friday, November 1. Apply today, herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit … See MoreSee Less

Let us introduce you to… Anticipation 💥

Junior National enthusiasts got to see ANTICIPATION come to life during the Grand Daddy of ‘Em All. The CHOICE is yours as this custom canvas choice lot by Michelle Weber Studio kicks off the Ladies of The Royal sale to support the National Junior Hereford Association.

Read more about the Ladies of The Royal Sale and see what to expect here, issuu.com/buyhereford/docs/lotrcatalog2024_lr … See MoreSee Less