JUNEAU — Those seeking grants to fund programs for dairy producers, students and consumers are due June 1, to Professional Dairy Producers Foundation. Also known as Dairy’s Foundation, the organization will award grants of up to $5,000 to recipients developing new dairy-centric programs or initiatives that focus on raising up the next generation of dairy producers, growing and maintaining public trust in the people and products of dairy, and building the skills of producers. 

Since 2010, Dairy’s Foundation has awarded more than $295,000 in grants to support vital programs that equip the dairy community with the latest tools and resources to be effective managers, leaders and ambassadors of dairy to their neighbors in rural and urban settings locally and around the globe. 

Organizations with a tax status of 501(c)(3) or (5) may apply. Complete grant information is available at https://dairyfoundation.org/grant-seekers/. For more information, call 800-947-7379 or email info@dairyfoundation.org. 

The Professional Dairy Producers Foundation was established by Professional Dairy Producers in 2002 as a way to raise funds and awards grants for educational programs. The Foundation is a 501(c)3 entity. The only foundation in the country focused solely on serving the dairy community, their mission is to share ideas, resources and experiences about important dairy industry issues through educational opportunities for dairy producers and the public.