HYFA Spring Scholarships

In 2024, the Hereford Youth Foundation of America awarded more than $200,000 of scholarships to deserving National Junior Hereford Association members. Don’t miss your opportunity to expand your educational opportunities through the spring scholarship program. Spring scholarship applications are due April 15.

Grow With Us

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Last chance to keep a piece of history🎉

The final commemorative wine bottles that were made for the 25th Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) will be offered in the Sale of Champions, March 5 on Sale Day Inc. 

Only a limited amount of these commemorative wine bottles were created and the final available bottles will be sold during the online sale. Dont miss out on the opportunity to keep history, while supporting the future. Proceeds from this sale go straight back to ensuring that the JNHE is funded each year and continues to offer unique and memorable moments for junior Hereford members.  

Save the date, and keep watch for more information about the different lots.

https://app.agsaleday.com/auctions/325/lots

Last chance to keep a piece of history🎉

The final commemorative wine bottles that were made for the 25th Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) will be offered in the Sale of Champions, March 5 on Sale Day Inc.

Only a limited amount of these commemorative wine bottles were created and the final available bottles will be sold during the online sale. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to keep history, while supporting the future. Proceeds from this sale go straight back to ensuring that the JNHE is funded each year and continues to offer unique and memorable moments for junior Hereford members.

Save the date, and keep watch for more information about the different lots.

app.agsaleday.com/auctions/325/lots
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Save the Date🗓️

The crowd favorite, Sale of Champions online sale will be happening on March 5, on Sale Day Inc. 

The Sale of Champions is an opportunity for buyers to get access to unique lots featuring past Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) champions and opportunities during the 2025 JNHE. Proceeds from this sale go straight back to ensuring that the JNHE is funded each year and continues to offer unique and memorable moments for junior Hereford members. Beyond the support of the JNHE, this sale allows you to continue to develop your own herd with genetics that are not traditionally available. 

Save the date, and keep watch for more information about the different lots.

Save the Date🗓️

The crowd favorite, Sale of Champions online sale will be happening on March 5, on Sale Day Inc.

The Sale of Champions is an opportunity for buyers to get access to unique lots featuring past Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) champions and opportunities during the 2025 JNHE. Proceeds from this sale go straight back to ensuring that the JNHE is funded each year and continues to offer unique and memorable moments for junior Hereford members. Beyond the support of the JNHE, this sale allows you to continue to develop your own herd with genetics that are not traditionally available.

Save the date, and keep watch for more information about the different lots.
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Applications are now open for 2025 HYFA Spring Scholarships that are awarded at the Junior National Hereford Expo this summer. Applications will close on April 15.

Apply today - https://herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit

Applications are now open for 2025 HYFA Spring Scholarships that are awarded at the Junior National Hereford Expo this summer. Applications will close on April 15.

Apply today – herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit
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Generations of memories were made in Stadium Arena, building a legacy and foundation for the Hereford breeds bright future.

Generations of memories were made in Stadium Arena, building a legacy and foundation for the Hereford breed’s bright future. See MoreSee Less