4-H empowers youth to lead, drive community change, and spark ideas for a more innovative economy.

We are proud to support 4-H programs that foster career exploration in agriculture, promote agricultural innovation and enhance livestock events. Our collaboration with state and local specific initiatives underscores our commitment to empowering youth with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the agricultural sector. Through a range of dynamic programs and events, we aim to inspire the next generation of agricultural leaders and innovators.

Growing Skills, Building Futures

Partnering for Progress

Juntos 4-H supports Latino youth and families with leadership and education opportunities, including hands-on vertical farming. With year-round support from Farm Credit Mid-America, the program expands access to vital resources for underrepresented communities.

Agricultural Innovation

The 4-H Youth Institute equips young leaders to tackle agriculture’s biggest challenges through expert insights and skill-building in public speaking, critical thinking, and problem-solving—made possible by Farm Credit Mid-America’s ongoing support.

Building Responsibility

The Junior Livestock Program helps youth build life skills like responsibility and decision-making through hands-on livestock activities. FCMA’s support encourages continued growth by providing awards that recognize excellence in agriculture.

Stories of Impact

Farm Credit Mid-America Secures Agriculture’s Future by Supporting FFA and 4-H

Investments made in 2023 empower youth in FFA and 4-H through awards and educational programming.

February 29, 2024 // Community News, Cooperative Stories

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At Farm Credit Mid-America, we believe one of the most meaningful ways we can secure agriculture’s future is by investing in the next generation of agricultural leaders. This includes supporting the hundreds of thousands of young people involved in FFA and 4-H across our territory.

In 2023, we committed over $500,000 to both FFA and 4-H for awards and educational programming across our territory. Our investments help these organizations develop the next generation of leaders who will lead our industry.

Developing the Next Generation Through the National FFA Organization

FFA 2023 Impact

Growing Leaders through 4-H

4-H 2023 Impact

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The Indiana 4-H Foundation is incredibly grateful for the support of Farm Credit Mid-America. Their generous sponsorships create life-changing leadership and personal growth opportunities for Indiana 4-H members.

Shelley Bingle

Executive Director, Indiana 4-H Foundation