County Activities of Excellence
The CAE Awards honor innovative, volunteer-driven county Farm Bureau programs that advance education, leadership, and community impact in agriculture.
Funder: American Farm Bureau Federation
Due Dates: August 30, 2024 | September 1, 2026 | September 9, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,500 cash award plus four complimentary registrations and booth space at the AFBF Convention for up to 24 winning county programs.
Summary: Recognizes and rewards innovative, volunteer-driven county Farm Bureau programs that strengthen rural and agricultural communities.
Key Information: Only county Farm Bureaus are eligible; activities must not identify state/county in application or photos.
Description
The County Activities of Excellence (CAE) Awards, offered by the American Farm Bureau Federation, highlight innovative, volunteer-driven county Farm Bureau programs across the nation. The awards recognize outstanding efforts in areas such as education and agricultural promotion, member services, public relations, leadership development, policy implementation, and safety. Up to 24 exemplary county or multi-county activities are selected annually to serve as models for other Farm Bureaus and to showcase the impact of grassroots volunteerism in rural and agricultural communities. Awardees display their activities at the AFBF Annual Convention and receive both recognition and financial support.
