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.

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.

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.

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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Save the Date🗓️

A huge thanks to Jensen Ranch, Courtland, Kan., for their continued support of the Foundation 1 Campaign. As long time supporters of the campaign, the Jensen family realizes the importance of giving back and how 1 percent makes an impact for generations to come.

More information to come for The Chosen Sale on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. at the Sanders Ranch in Louisburg, Kan. 

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

View the Sale Catalog here, https://jensenbros.net/catalog.html

Save the Date🗓️

A huge thanks to Jensen Ranch, Courtland, Kan., for their continued support of the Foundation 1 Campaign. As long time supporters of the campaign, the Jensen family realizes the importance of giving back and how 1 percent makes an impact for generations to come.

More information to come for The Chosen Sale on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. at the Sander’s Ranch in Louisburg, Kan.

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
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Youre invited  💌

Join us in Kansas City to celebrate Hereford youth. There will be an NJHA & HYFA awards luncheon hosted during the AHA Annual Meeting on October 25 and we would love to see you there. This exciting week brings together the membership for a trade show, educational sessions, NJHA Meet Up and more. Close to 600 Hereford enthusiasts will flood the streets of Kansas City for a weekend full of celebrating the breed, the industry and its young people.

Read more about annual meeting, https://hereford.org/aha-events/annual-meeting/

You’re invited 💌

Join us in Kansas City to celebrate Hereford youth. There will be an NJHA & HYFA awards luncheon hosted during the AHA Annual Meeting on October 25 and we would love to see you there. This exciting week brings together the membership for a trade show, educational sessions, NJHA Meet Up and more. Close to 600 Hereford enthusiasts will flood the streets of Kansas City for a weekend full of celebrating the breed, the industry and its young people.

Read more about annual meeting, hereford.org/aha-events/annual-meeting/
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The Foundation 1 Campaign has continued to grow as a way for organizations, families and ranches to support the youth members and the future of the breed.

These one-of-a-kind wine bottles and this incredible painting by Michelle Weber Studio were auctioned off at The Grand Daddy of Em All, bringing in a total of $25,000 to the Foundation 1 Campaign, commemorating 25 years of Hereford youth.

Thank you to the following buyers and supporters for all that they selflessly do:
- GKB Cattle
- Deana Jak
- Collins Cattle
- Dewar Farms
- Curry Herefords
- Colyer Herefords
- Steven Schohr
- Harfst Ranch

More of these exclusive wine bottles will sell in a silent auction that will close during the Hereford Gathering on Friday evening, Oct. 25 in Kansas City.

Learn more about the campaign here, https://herefordyouthfoundation.org/campaigns-in-action/foundation-1-club-2/

The Foundation 1 Campaign has continued to grow as a way for organizations, families and ranches to support the youth members and the future of the breed.

These one-of-a-kind wine bottles and this incredible painting by Michelle Weber Studio were auctioned off at The Grand Daddy of ‘Em All, bringing in a total of $25,000 to the Foundation 1 Campaign, commemorating 25 years of Hereford youth.

Thank you to the following buyers and supporters for all that they selflessly do:
– GKB Cattle
– Deana Jak
– Collins Cattle
– Dewar Farms
– Curry Herefords
– Colyer Herefords
– Steven Schohr
– Harfst Ranch

More of these exclusive wine bottles will sell in a silent auction that will close during the Hereford Gathering on Friday evening, Oct. 25 in Kansas City.

Learn more about the campaign here, herefordyouthfoundation.org/campaigns-in-action/foundation-1-club-2/
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A Hereford kind of friendship 👭🏼 

Events such as the Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) provide so much opportunity for friendships to evolve and connections to be built. Thanks to HYFA and our supporters, we are able to help these relationships flourish. 

Learn more about HYFA and how to support here, https://herefordyouthfoundation.org/campaigns-in-action/

A Hereford kind of friendship 👭🏼

Events such as the Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) provide so much opportunity for friendships to evolve and connections to be built. Thanks to HYFA and our supporters, we are able to help these relationships flourish.

Learn more about HYFA and how to support here, herefordyouthfoundation.org/campaigns-in-action/
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