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.

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.

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

Spring Scholarship application deadline is April 1, 2022. 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. This summer the conference was held in Oklahoma City and a highlight was a trip to Oklahoma State University.

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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Starting today were making a Mad Dash to the Spring Semen Sale! This sale is generously made possible by C&L Hereford Ranch , who are cleaning out their tank to benefit Hereford youth. All proceeds go to supporting the 2023 Junior National Hereford Expo. Take a look at the listings that open today on Ag Sale Day, and close April 3.

https://agsaleday.com/auctions/20/lots

Starting today we’re making a Mad Dash to the Spring Semen Sale! This sale is generously made possible by C&L Hereford Ranch , who are cleaning out their tank to benefit Hereford youth. All proceeds go to supporting the 2023 Junior National Hereford Expo. Take a look at the listings that open today on Ag Sale Day, and close April 3.

agsaleday.com/auctions/20/lots
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Hannah Grund, is a previous recipient of scholarships through the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA), and previously sat on the National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors from 2017-2020. She now works for Merck Animal Health, and has remained involved in the Hereford breed, giving back in ways she can, crediting her career and future on the foundation provided by HYFA and the National Junior Hereford Association.

The 2023 Spring HYFA Scholarship applications are currently open, and will close on April 1. Take advantage of the opportunities to develop for your future.
https://herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit

Hannah Grund, is a previous recipient of scholarships through the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA), and previously sat on the National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors from 2017-2020. She now works for Merck Animal Health, and has remained involved in the Hereford breed, giving back in ways she can, crediting her career and future on the foundation provided by HYFA and the National Junior Hereford Association.

The 2023 Spring HYFA Scholarship applications are currently open, and will close on April 1. Take advantage of the opportunities to develop for your future.
herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit
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Mason Henson, was a past recipient of many scholarships through the Hereford Youth Foundation of America, and previously sat on the National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors from 2015-2018. She stated, I grew up raising and showing cattle on a 3rd generation Hereford Farm in North Carolina. I am grateful that there are foundations like HYFA that value youth with this kind of background and provide scholarships to help further their education.

The 2023 Spring HYFA Scholarship applications are currently open, and will close on April 1. Take advantage of the opportunities to develop for your future. https://herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit

Mason Henson, was a past recipient of many scholarships through the Hereford Youth Foundation of America, and previously sat on the National Junior Hereford Association Board of Directors from 2015-2018. She stated, "I grew up raising and showing cattle on a 3rd generation Hereford Farm in North Carolina. I am grateful that there are foundations like HYFA that value youth with this kind of background and provide scholarships to help further their education."

The 2023 Spring HYFA Scholarship applications are currently open, and will close on April 1. Take advantage of the opportunities to develop for your future. herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit
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HYFA Scholarships make a difference and set the stage for young Hereford breeders to have a bright future. Austin Cook was a 2020 recipient of a Vanier Family Scholarship in memory of the late Jack and Donna Vanier. Austin speaks on how this scholarship impacted his future and provided for him in a way he never could have imagined. 

The Vanier Scholarships are available during the fall season, but the 2023 Spring HYFA Scholarship applications are currently open, and will close on April 1. Take advantage of the opportunities to develop for your future like Austin did. https://herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit

HYFA Scholarships make a difference and set the stage for young Hereford breeders to have a bright future. Austin Cook was a 2020 recipient of a Vanier Family Scholarship in memory of the late Jack and Donna Vanier. Austin speaks on how this scholarship impacted his future and provided for him in a way he never could have imagined.

The Vanier Scholarships are available during the fall season, but the 2023 Spring HYFA Scholarship applications are currently open, and will close on April 1. Take advantage of the opportunities to develop for your future like Austin did. herefordyouthfoundation.submittable.com/submit
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