POSTPONED! The Virginia Conference has been postponed – Please save the date of the week ofJuly 7th!
The Virginia Farmer Veteran Conference has been postponed in light of concerns of COVID-19.
California Conference – February 2020
We are hosting a one day FVC California Conference – please consider joining us!
The focus will be around the various programs we offer as well as an exploration of the organization, formation, and development of a California State Chapter of FVC.
A Soldier, A Farmer
Michael on Fox & Friends!
Oct 12 was National Farmer’s Day, and Founder Michael O’Gorman appeared on Fox & Friends to share the good word on FVC! Joined by Mark Bowen, President of FVC Vermont chapter, Michael took the stage on the Times Square set in conjunction with Tractor Supply Company, who we thank for their continued support of our farmer veterans.
https://video.foxnews.com/v/6094367425001/?playlist_id=930909787001#sp=show-clips
Geared to Give 2019
Last month we handed over the keys to a brand new Kubota tractor to Jake Sass!
These ceremonies are always full of high energy and emotion, and this one in particular as it coincided with the Grand Opening of a new Kubota dealership in Kansas City. A Westpoint grad, Jake served three deployments with the Ranger Regiment as platoon leader and reconnaissance section leader. He and his wife Abbey now grow hops for Minnesota craft brew producers. Their Civil Sass Hops hopyard in Chattfield, MN is Homegrown By Heroes certified and they pride themselves on being a place to radically connect a beer community with those who grow it. A very deserving awardee, Jake beamed “I always loved tractors as a kid!”. We can imagine his anticipation in taking a first ride on this brand new orange one of his very own.
Thank you Kubota Tractor Corporation for continuing to make big kid dreams come true with your Geared to Give program.
Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund Update
Thank you to everyone who submitted an application to the 2019 Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund. We received a record 354 applications this year. The application review process is underway and we expect announcements will be made by the end of April. All applicants will be notified via email once the review process is complete.
2019 Farmer Veteran Stakeholders Conference to be held in Austin, Texas
NEW! JUST LAUNCHED – CONFERENCE WEBSITE!
Farmer Veteran Coalition is excited to announce the 2019 Farmer Veteran Stakeholders Conference will be held November 17-20 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Austin in Austin, Texas.
This year’s conference is the fifth national gathering of the farmer veteran community and will feature two days of education, distinguished speakers, guest panels, networking and more.
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Willie Hines Transitions to New Role as Chief Operating Officer
After returning for his second stint with Farmer Veteran Coalition in November 2018 as director of operations, Willie Hines has been promoted to chief operating officer. In the new role, Hines will oversee day-to-day operations of the organization.
Previously, Leonard Monaco, a Marine veteran and retired senior vice president with Farm Credit West, served as chief operating officer. Monaco, whose career spans more than 48 years in agricultural banking, will continue working with FVC as a senior advisor to the organization.
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FVC is Hiring!
Because of new government grants, increased support from our funders and soaring demand for our services, FVC is expanding its team. We are looking for candidates for veteran services, communications and development. Knowledge of agriculture and military service are big plusses. All jobs are in Davis, CA. We have a great team, competitive pay and benefits, and a wonderful cause to work for. Send resumes or inquiries to: employment@farmvetco.org
Webinar: Fellowship Fund Application Review & Business Planning
In this webinar, Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund manager Rachel Petitt reviews the 2019 Fellowship application, and Chris Laughton from Farm Credit East presents on business planning. The webinar ends with a Q&A session.