Seeds of Tomorrow Award
Funding Amount
Varies
Deadline
December 1, 2026
64 days left
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Current deadline
- December 1, 2026
- Tracked since
- April 2026
Deadlines typically fall in: December
Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.
Overview
Program Description: Celebrates one emerging leader who represents the future of New York agriculture.
Geographic Scope: New York
Award Presentation: Awards will be presented at NYCSGA's Winter Expo in January 2027.
Previous Winners:
- 2025: Dave Paddock
Contact Information:
- Phone: 315-313-7080
- Address: 1255 SW Prairie Trail Parkway, Ankeny, IA 50023
How to Apply
Nomination Process
1. Complete the nomination form with the following information:
- Nominee First & Last Name
- Nominee Address
- Your First and Last Name
- Your Email Address
- Your Phone Number
2. Select "Seeds of Tomorrow Award" from the award options
3. Write an explanation of why you think this person should receive this award
4. Submit the completed form
Deadline: Nominations are open through Tuesday, December 1, 2026
What New York Corn and Soybean Growers actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants
- Grants in 2023
- 4
- Total given
- $43K
- Median grant
- $9,300
- Range
- $7,277–$17K
- By dollars: Missouri 66%, New York 34%. Top recipient cities: Jefferson City, MO; St. Louis, MO; Buskirk, NY.
Example grants
Clean Fuels Alliance America · Jefferson City, MO
Conduct research, promotion and education programs beneficial to the future of nys…
$17K
American Soybean Association · St Louis, MO
Conduct research, promotion and education programs beneficial to the future of nys…
$11K
New York Animal Agriculture Coalition (Nyaac) · Buskirk, NY
Conduct research, promotion and education programs beneficial to the future of nys…
$7,500
Cornell Cooperative Extension · Mount Morris, NY
Conduct research, promotion and education programs beneficial to the future of nys…
$7,277
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Agriculture
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