{"id":38705,"date":"2025-08-26T10:44:47","date_gmt":"2025-08-26T10:44:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/charolaisusa.com\/?page_id=38705"},"modified":"2025-09-30T11:21:52","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T11:21:52","slug":"american-international-junior-charolais-foundation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/charolaisusa.com\/american-international-junior-charolais-foundation\/","title":{"rendered":"AIJCF Foundation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\n\t\t\tAIJCF\t<\/h1>\n

\n\t\t\tSupport the Future of the Breed\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\tInvesting in the Next Generation of Leaders\t<\/h2>\n\t

The American-International Junior Charolais Foundation (AIJCF) was established in 1970 as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization to provide leadership and scholarship opportunities for Charolais youth. Its first programs were introduced at the 1973 National Junior Leadership Conference, and in 1985, endowed scholarship funds were launched-today, there are nine endowed scholarships supporting juniors across the nation.<\/p>\n

AIJCF is dedicated to supporting the future of the Charolais breed by investing in youth. Through scholarships, educational programs, and leadership opportunities, AIJCF helps ensure the next generation of cattle producers and agricultural leaders have the tools to succeed.<\/p>\n\t\t

Our Mission:<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

To provide financial and educational support that empowers Junior Charolais members to pursue higher education, develop leadership skills, and grow as advocates for agriculture.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGive Today\n\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tHow We Make a Difference\t<\/h2>\n\t

Empowering the Next Generation of Agriculture Through Scholarships, Leadership, and Lifelong Opportunity<\/p>\n\t\t

Annual Scholarships<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

In 2025, AIJCF awarded nearly $62,000 in scholarships to 35 youth from 13 states. This includes $4,500 in recognition for exhibitors at the Junior National Show and support for leadership programming via the Raymond Hicks Fund.<\/p>\n\t\t

Junior National Recognition<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Each summer, $4,500 is awarded to outstanding exhibitors at the Junior National Show and Leadership Conference<\/p>\n\t\t

Leadership Conference Support<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

The Raymond Hicks Fund helps make the Junior National Leadership Conference possible.<\/p>\n\t\t

Endowed Scholarships<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Donors who contribute $20,000 can create a named scholarship, leaving a legacy that supports students year after year.<\/p>\n\t\t

Scholarships in Honorarium<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Donors giving $1,000 or more may name a scholarship awarded at the next Junior National. Every contribution, large or small, helps support Charolais youth.<\/p>\n\t\t

How to Contribute<\/h5>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

Donations of any size are encouraged at all times.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGive to AIJCF\n\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\t\tMeet Our Scholars\t<\/h2>\n\t

AIJCF proudly supports youth from across the nation in their pursuit of higher education.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\"scholarships\"\n

\n\t\t\tAmerican-International Junior Charolais Foundation Awards nearly $62,000 in Scholarships to Members\t<\/h5>\n\t

Numerous American-International Junior Charolais Association (AIJCA) members will be welcomed back for the fall semester with American-International Junior Charolais Foundation (AIJCF) scholarships. During the 2025 AIJCA Junior National in Springfield, Missouri more than $62,000 worth of scholarships were awarded to 35 deserving members from 13 states to reward them for their accomplishments and assist in further education. Congratulations to all recipients.<\/p>\n\t\t

AIJCF Impact<\/h4>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t

By investing in AIJCF, supporters are directly contributing to youth academic and leadership success-ensuring the Charolais legacy continues with capable, passionate new generations.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tApply\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDownload Application\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n
\n\t\t\tGive\t<\/h5>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tGive Online\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tGive By Mail<\/strong>
\n11700 NW Plaza Circle
\nKansas City, MO 64153\n
\n\t\t\tAIJCF BOARD OF TRUSTEES\t<\/h5>\n\tLarry Lehman – Chairman<\/strong>
\nTioga, TX
\n(972) 529-8723\n\tBill Nottke<\/strong>
\nSunset Hills, MO
\n(314) 843-2930\n\tKim Coudron Schwecke<\/strong>
\nGibbon, MN
\n(763) 286-4157\n\tBrett Spader – AICA Executive Vice President<\/strong>
\nKansas City, MO
\n816-464-2474 ext 101\n\tKaitlyn Chism – Foundation Administrator<\/strong>
\nKansas City, MO
\n(816 )464-5977 ext. 201\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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