Applications Invited for the AGCO Agriculture Foundation Grants

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About the Organization

The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF), initiated by AGCO Corporation in 2018, is a private foundation with the vision to prevent and relieve hunger through agricultural development. We launched the Foundation to focus our philanthropy on impactful programs that help feed our steadily growing world sustainably and equitably.

Our five key focus areas enable us to identify pathways to improved agricultural prosperity and support marginalized farmers in their critical mission to supply food to our vulnerable populations.

Through our holistic approach, we strive to make a real, positive and sustainable impact in emerging communities where it is needed most.

About the Grant

The AGCO Agriculture Foundation (AAF) is now accepting applications for grant funding in 2021. The AAF has launched a new grant application platform through its Community Investment software partner, Benevity, and is seeking non-profit organizations to partner with in the fight against hunger.

Non-profits are invited to submit applications for impactful programs that align with our five focus areas and support our mission. Learn more about eligibility and the application process in this document.

Eligibility

 The AGCO Agriculture Foundation is seeking to support Zero Hunger projects and initiatives that align with our five key focus areas:

• Forward-looking approach to nutritional demands
• Advancement of quality education in agriculture
• Advancement of community development, particularly in rural areas
• Ethical treatment of farm animals across the value chain o Advancement of social initiatives that enhance our vision

Non-profit organizations that are registered and recognized as charitable organizations under the law and working in marginalized farming communities are eligible to apply for grant funding. As part of the application process, applicants are asked to provide a certificate of non-for-profit registration to AAF in order to be considered for a grant.

 The AAF does not fund activities or programs to benefit:

• Individual for profit organizations (hospitals, hospice programs, etc.)
• Political, religious, labor or fraternal organizations o Individuals and their personal fundraising efforts
• Groups seeking education, travel or conventions
• Sporting leagues, youth or adult sports teams, clubs, golf tournaments or similar one-off events o Sales related, marketing, or customer requested fundraising campaigns.
• Schools (unless non-for-profit registered), school districts, individual students, alumni associations, school or parent organizations and activities.

Deadline

October 1, 2021

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