Horizon Farm Credit's Commitment to Community Investment
This summer, Horizon Farm Credit proudly awarded more than $136,000 in grants through its Community Investment Grant program to support 16 organizations spread across its extensive service region. These funds are dedicated to promoting agricultural innovation, enhancing agricultural education, fostering diversity within agriculture, and encouraging environmental stewardship, all while strengthening community ties.
Strengthening Communities Through Support
Tom Truitt, the Chief Executive Officer of Horizon Farm Credit, emphasized the importance of community support: “At Farm Credit, we know that strong communities are the foundation of a thriving agricultural industry. By supporting these organizations, we are investing not only in agriculture, but also in the people, partnerships, and programs that ensure our communities continue to grow and thrive throughout our footprint.”
Wide Range of Recipients
The selected grant recipients represent a variety of missions and needs, which include programs that connect food sources to schools, training initiatives for the workforce, environmental sustainability efforts, and support for veteran farmers. This wide-ranging impact reinforces Horizon Farm Credit's commitment to nurturing both people and projects in the agricultural sector.
Appreciating the 2025 Grant Recipients
Organizations receiving grants this year span multiple states and address crucial community needs:
Maryland
- Asian American Agriculture Society
- Blackwater Rising
- Cecil County Public Schools – Cecil County School of Technology
- Farm to School Frederick
- Taking The Lead, Inc.
Pennsylvania
- Bidwell Training Center
- Groundwork Erie
- John Bartram Association
- Millvale Community Development Corporation
- New Holland Mennonite Church
- PA Veteran Farming Network
- Pennsylvania Beef Foundation
- Penn State Agricultural Safety and Health Program (ASH)
- Penn State Extension 4-H – Wayne County
Virginia
- Eukarya Family Center
- Shenandoah Co. Agricultural Foundation
Learn More About Horizon Farm Credit
For those interested in discovering more about the impactful Community Investment Grant Program, further details can be found by visiting the Horizon Farm Credit website.
About Horizon Farm Credit
Horizon Farm Credit is a member-driven agricultural lending cooperative that provides reliable financing and various services to both full-time and part-time farmers, along with agricultural-related enterprises and rural landowners. The organization covers a vast area of 100 counties throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania, as well as parts of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Currently, Horizon Farm Credit boasts a membership exceeding 22,900 individuals, along with an impressive cumulative loan amount currently standing at over $7.3 billion. For more information, visit the Horizon Farm Credit website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Community Investment Grant program?
The Community Investment Grant program is an initiative by Horizon Farm Credit that provides funding to support agricultural innovation, education, and community development projects.
How much funding did Horizon Farm Credit distribute this year?
This year, Horizon Farm Credit distributed over $136,000 in grants to assist various organizations across its service region.
Who were some of the grant recipients?
Grant recipients included organizations focused on agricultural education, farm-to-school programs, and veteran farmer support, among others.
Why is community support important for agricultural development?
Strong communities are essential for a thriving agricultural industry, as they foster connections, partnerships, and innovation needed to sustain growth.
Where can I find more information about Horizon Farm Credit?
More information can be found directly on the Horizon Farm Credit's official website.
