19 Nov Bidding is now open! Our virtual scholarship auction is now ready for you to win great items
Despite cancellation of the 2020 Kansas Agri Business Expo, Kansas Agribusiness Retailers Association (KARA) is raising money for its scholarship fund with a two-week online auction beginning today and ending at noon on Friday, December 4.
“The scholarship auction is the association’s primary fundraiser for assisting students in our state pursue their educations,” KARA President and CEO Ron Seeber said. “The items donated and the proceeds from the auction directly benefit our industry by helping fund the education of the future of our workforce.”
The KARA scholarship program annually awards nearly $10,000 to deserving students who wish to continue their academic studies in agricultural-related fields.
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude for this award,” said Megan C., a 2019 KARA scholarship recipient and Fort Hays State University student. “I am extremely honored to have been selected and my education will be indefinitely impacted by this generous opportunity.”
For any questions regarding the online scholarship auction, email Sidney Storey (sidney@kansasag.org) or call the association office 785.234.0463.