Founded by farmers in 1926, Nationwide proudly embraces its deep agricultural roots and longstanding dedication to supporting the farming community. This commitment includes collaborations with the National FFA Organization and FFA chapters across the country. Through the Golden Owl Award, we further honor this legacy by recognizing agricultural educators who go above and beyond—dedicating countless hours and often their own resources—to inspire and enrich the lives of their students.
Launched in 2018, the Golden Owl Award has grown from just two states to 15, providing over $600,000 to support teachers, students, school agricultural programs and FFAs. This prestigious award allows students, fellow educators and supporters in California, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota and Utah to nominate their favorite agricultural teacher, highlighting their exemplary contributions within their state.