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Welcome to your hub for the Hereford Youth Foundation of America's (HYFA) and National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) applications and information regarding scholarships, awards, internships, leadership programs, conferences and more.


YOUTH ACTIVITIES INTERN & JNHE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

The American Hereford Association (AHA) will be hiring one-two youth activities interns for the summer of 2025, with the potential for one extended internship through the fall for the World Hereford Conference (WHC) and Young Breeders Competition, hosted in Kansas City, Mo., in October 2025. The purpose of the internship is to provide a multi-faceted learning experience for a college student interested in beef breed association work, public relations and leadership. Also, to provide the AHA with assistance in event planning and management, junior show coverage and leading the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) Board of Directors and membership.

Don’t have the schedule for a full summer internship? College students may apply for the Junior National Hereford Expo (JNHE) ambassador program. The ambassadors will assist the NJHA board and AHA staff during a three-week long internship. Ambassadors will arrive in Kansas City, Mo., prior to the JNHE and will work through the duration of the event, including the wrap-up.

*Further details regarding the summer programs can be found within the application.

YOUTH ACTIVITIES INTERN & JNHE AMBASSADOR PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINE JAN. 15, 2025


STATE LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION GRANTS AVAILABLE

HYFA and NJHA appreciate all of the state associations that help make the NJHA one of the best beef youth organizations in the world. Grant funding is to be used for any leadership or educational goals of the state’s junior members to participate on the national level. Grant applications are available through the Submittable platform and due Jan. 15, 2025.

Acceptable uses for the grant funding include but are not limited to:

  • Travel and expenses for the Junior National Hereford Expo 
  • Travel funding to the BOLD Leadership Conference 
  • Travel and registration funding for the Faces of Leadership Conference
  • Travel funding for the NJHA Fed Steer Shootout Field Day 
  • Or other Leadership/Educational opportunities benefitting NJHA members as explained in the application.

STATE LEADERSHIP & EDUCATION GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINE OF JAN. 15, 2025


BOLD LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE - April 3-6, 2025

NJHA and HYFA are proud to continue offering the BOLD Leadership Conference, designed for you to continue Building On Leadership Development. This conference expands on the knowledge gained at the Faces of Leadership conference as well as your own personal leadership skills and offers a personalized, intimate approach to leadership development and training. The conference will be held in Desdemona, Texas, at the GKB Hi Point Ranch. The conference is generously funded by the GKB Cattle Youth Endowment, attendees will only be responsible for their travel to and from the conference.

Application Requirements:

  1. Applicant must be a NJHA member in good standing.
  2. Applicant must be between the ages of 18-21 at the time of the conference.
  3. In an effort to give as many NJHA members the BOLD experience, the BOLD Leadership Conference is limited to a one-time attendance. Previous attendees are ineligible to apply.
  4. Incomplete applications will not be accepted, and we advise a family member, teacher or advisor review your application prior to submission.
  5. A list of references and a current resume are required with each application.
  6. While not required, past attendance at the Faces of Leadership conference will be considered.

*Further details regarding the BOLD Conference can be found within the application.

Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee and selected attendees will be notified well in advance of the conference to make travel plans.

BOLD CONFERENCE APPLICATION DEADLINE OF FEB. 1, 2025

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Submit to BOLD Conference Application

This elite leadership opportunity held in Desdemona, Texas, at GKB's Hi Point Ranch is open to ages 18-21. Applications are due Feb. 1, 2025, and those who are chosen to attend will be notified shortly after. Travel to and from the conference is the responsibility of the attendee, however, thanks to the GKB Cattle Youth Endowment, the conference, lodging and food are covered by acceptance into the program.

APPLICATION:

  • Applicants must be between the ages of 18-21 at time of attendance, or have special permission from the youth activities and foundation staff.
  • The BOLD Leadership Conference is limited to one-time attendance. Previous attendees are ineligible to apply.
  • A complete application must be submitted, including all supporting materials in order to be considered for attendance.

This elite experience is dedicated to the leadership and personal growth of all juniors accepted into the 2025 BOLD Leadership Class.