Keystone Renews $40,000 Donation to Indiana FFA Foundation for Third Consecutive Year
Feb 25, 2026
In celebration of National FFA Week, Keystone Cooperative has once again affirmed its long-standing commitment to youth development and agricultural education by contributing $40,000 to the Indiana FFA Foundation, marking the third consecutive year of support at this level. This continued investment reflects the cooperative’s belief in the power of FFA to cultivate strong leaders and prepare students for the rapidly evolving ag industry.
This year’s donation will help fund programs that engage students in hands-on learning across agriscience, conservation, technology, and leadership. Keystone recognizes that these experiences equip young people with the practical skills and confidence needed to succeed in modern agriculture. Many Keystone employees are former FFA members themselves, and many continue to give back through volunteering, mentoring, coaching, and judging competitive events.
“Supporting FFA means supporting the future of agriculture,” said Kevin Still, CEO of Keystone Cooperative. “For three years now, this $40,000 annual gift has reflected our belief in the next generation and our commitment to investing in the young people who will lead our industry forward. At Keystone, serving our communities and farmer-owners starts with building opportunities for tomorrow’s talent.”
“Keystone Cooperative continues to demonstrate what true industry partnership looks like,” said Lisa Chaudion, Executive Director of the Indiana FFA Foundation. “Their sustained investment not only strengthens our programs but, more importantly, opens doors for students to discover careers, build technical skills, and grow as leaders. When organizations step forward year after year at this level, it sends a powerful message to our members that the agricultural community believes in them and is committed to their success.”
This annual contribution aligns with Keystone’s broader strategy to develop young professionals and build a strong, skilled workforce within agriculture and energy. Keystone’s SEED (Securing Experience & Employee Development) program continues to offer non-college-bound graduates fulltime roles within the cooperative, giving them the chance to explore multiple career paths and begin building long-term futures close to home.
Through consistent support of FFA and continued investment in workforce development, Keystone Cooperative remains committed to its mission to Lead, Serve, Grow, Embrace and to champion the next generation that will guide the future of agriculture.
This year’s donation will help fund programs that engage students in hands-on learning across agriscience, conservation, technology, and leadership. Keystone recognizes that these experiences equip young people with the practical skills and confidence needed to succeed in modern agriculture. Many Keystone employees are former FFA members themselves, and many continue to give back through volunteering, mentoring, coaching, and judging competitive events.
“Supporting FFA means supporting the future of agriculture,” said Kevin Still, CEO of Keystone Cooperative. “For three years now, this $40,000 annual gift has reflected our belief in the next generation and our commitment to investing in the young people who will lead our industry forward. At Keystone, serving our communities and farmer-owners starts with building opportunities for tomorrow’s talent.”
“Keystone Cooperative continues to demonstrate what true industry partnership looks like,” said Lisa Chaudion, Executive Director of the Indiana FFA Foundation. “Their sustained investment not only strengthens our programs but, more importantly, opens doors for students to discover careers, build technical skills, and grow as leaders. When organizations step forward year after year at this level, it sends a powerful message to our members that the agricultural community believes in them and is committed to their success.”
This annual contribution aligns with Keystone’s broader strategy to develop young professionals and build a strong, skilled workforce within agriculture and energy. Keystone’s SEED (Securing Experience & Employee Development) program continues to offer non-college-bound graduates fulltime roles within the cooperative, giving them the chance to explore multiple career paths and begin building long-term futures close to home.
Through consistent support of FFA and continued investment in workforce development, Keystone Cooperative remains committed to its mission to Lead, Serve, Grow, Embrace and to champion the next generation that will guide the future of agriculture.