Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) are work-based learning projects that students develop and manage, supervised by their agricultural teachers. These experiences allow students to apply what they learn in the classroom to real-world agriculture settings. SAEs are a critical part of agricultural education, helping students develop skills and knowledge in their chosen area of agriculture.
The Wisconsin FFA Foundation provides funding to Wisconsin FFA members for Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE) to help start or expand SAE projects. A limited number of grants of up to $1,000 each are available to current FFA members each year. Applicants must be current FFA members in grades 5-12 to qualify. Preference is given to those who demonstrate financial need and/or those whose SAE project would be slowed/hindered without the grant. The application process opens in late September and closes November 15. Award checks are issued in January. Final reports are due May 16.
We are excited to offer grants for the new SAE pathways for the 2025-2026 program year. You can view the pathways here.
Thank you to our sponsors for making these awards possible!
Anonymous Endowed Funds to benefit Start Up/Livestock SAE projects
Crystal Farms Dairy Co
Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin
Organic Valley/CROPP Cooperative, Inc.
Seneca Foods Corporation