The National FFA Foundation awarded $133,000 in scholarships to members across the state of Kansas. One hundred sixteen members were recognized for their scholarship awards during the third session of the 86th Kansas FFA Convention on May 29.
The National Foundation offers approximately $2 million, generously donated by numerous sponsors, to FFA member across the nation every year. The awards range from $1,000 to $5,000 to assist with their education at a two-year or four-year institution.
Local recipients are Trey Mosier of Ellinwood and  Logan Evers of Great Bend.
The Kansas FFA Association is a statewide organization of 8,700 agricultural education students in 172 chapters in every corner of Kansas. It is part of the National FFA Organization, a national youth organization of 579,678 student members preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture with 7,570 local chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Visit www.ksffa.org for more information.