The Kirschenmann Foundation

Congratulations to Arvin High School, a 2026 Scotty Gifting Project grant recipient supporting both its Agricultural Mechanics and Animal Science pathways 🧰🔧🐖🐑

This grant funding will expand hands-on learning opportunities for students through engineering and welding projects, fabrication competitions, welding camps, and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) livestock projects. Students will gain valuable real-world experience in welding, fabrication, animal care, livestock management, leadership, and career readiness while developing the technical and professional skills needed for success in agriculture and the skilled trades.

Through programs like these, Arvin High School continues to provide meaningful opportunities that prepare students for future careers and strengthen the next generation of agricultural leaders. 🍃

Congratulations to Centennial High School, a 2026 grant recipient supporting the launch of its Floral Design Pathway🌸🌿
 
This grant will help provide the equipment, tools, and classroom materials needed to establish an industry-standard floral design program, giving students valuable hands-on learning experiences and career-focused skills. The project will impact hundreds of students for years to come as the pathway continues to grow and thrive.

Congratulations to Del Oro High School, a 2026 grant recipient supporting their Ag Mechanics Fabrication Team🔧🌾
 
This grant will help provide students with the tools, equipment, and raw materials needed to compete in fabrication contests across the state while gaining valuable hands-on experience and real-world trade skills. With growing student interest in the program, this investment will help prepare the next generation of skilled agricultural and mechanical leaders.

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸 Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

Stockdale High School’s 2026 grant will support the launch of their Agriculture pathway and FFA program after 20 years!🌾
 
The grant will fully fund an FFA start-up kit for their new teacher and future students, including official jackets, scarves, ties, and banners to help build leadership opportunities on campus.
 
Expected to impact 100–130 students, this project is an exciting first investment in Stockdale’s Agriculture pathway and will help prepare students with valuable leadership and career-ready skills for the future.