Propagate is a regenerative agriculture company focused on facilitating the integration of agroforestry systems for farmland owners. By promoting the cultivation of permanent crops alongside traditional farming practices, Propagate enhances farm profitability while improving environmental outcomes such as water quality, biodiversity, and soil health. The company offers an end-to-end solution that includes farm planning software, technical assistance, project development services, and financing programs, thereby helping farms mitigate risks associated with incorporating fruit, nut, and timber trees into their operations. Founded in 2017, Propagate’s software, Overyield, currently supports over 55,000 acres of agroforestry and has helped plan more than 3,000,000 trees and shrubs. The company actively manages over 2,400 commercial acres through its regional agroforestry hubs in New York and Kentucky and has successfully planted over 200,000 trees in the past five years. Propagate is also partnered with various organizations, including USDA programs, to further its impact in sustainable agriculture.
University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment
Grant in 2024
University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment persists as a land-grant university. Agriculture, food, and environmental systems are critical components of Kentucky's economic future, and the college's programs play an important role in these areas.
Kentucky State University
Grant in 2023
Kentucky State University, established in 1886, is a public, historically black land-grant university located in Frankfort, Kentucky. The institution is dedicated to advancing the commonwealth and enhancing societal well-being by offering a liberal studies education aimed at minority students, fostering their ability to serve their communities. It provides a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, particularly in service-oriented fields such as teacher education, human and public services, and nursing. The university also emphasizes agricultural research through its Land Grant Program, which seeks to address agricultural and economic challenges faced by impoverished residents of Kentucky. Kentucky State University offers a comprehensive academic experience with over 650 on-campus courses, as well as various online and distance learning options. The Academic Services Center supports student success through tutoring, workshops, and extended hours, while additional resources include career counseling, health services, and financial aid options like scholarships and grants for eligible students.
Accelecom is a provider of broadband fiber services that delivers reliable connectivity and communication solutions across Kentucky. Leveraging the extensive infrastructure developed through the KentuckyWired project, which installed 3,000 miles of high-speed fiber optic cable, Accelecom connects all 120 counties in the state. The company specializes in symmetrical high-speed, high-capacity fiber internet and Ethernet solutions tailored to various sectors, including healthcare, education, agriculture, government, and enterprise. Accelecom's geo-redundant network ensures secure and dependable service, allowing organizations to scale their IT capabilities as they grow. By focusing on local service, Accelecom aims to keep economic benefits within the state while providing comprehensive connectivity solutions.
Givens International Drilling Supplies
Grant in 2023
Established in 1994, Givens specializes in distributing a comprehensive range of drilling equipment and supplies. Serving clients both domestically and internationally, the company offers products such as drill steel, bits, hammers, casing accessories, mud pumps, and other essential tools for drilling operations.
Stone Gully is a 180-acre restoration farm in eastern Kentucky.
Prestige Tool & Die
Grant in 2023
Prestige Tool & Die, LLC is a mechanical or industrial engineering firm situated in Corydon, Kentucky.
Berea College
Grant in 2023
Berea College, located in Berea, Kentucky, offers a diverse range of undergraduate programs, including Agriculture, Computer Science, Business Administration, Nursing, and more, along with pre-professional tracks in areas such as medicine and law. The college emphasizes experiential learning by providing every student with on-campus employment opportunities, which are designed to enhance career readiness and offer valuable resume-building experiences. In addition to its academic offerings, Berea College is committed to making education accessible through extensive financial aid options, including grants, loans, and scholarships, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent students from pursuing their degrees. With a focus on holistic education and workforce preparation, Berea College aims to cultivate knowledgeable and skilled individuals ready to contribute to their communities and professions.
Central Medical Associates
Grant in 2023
Central Medical Associates is a medical center in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
Kentucky Equal Justice Center
Grant in 2023
Kentucky Equal Justice Center is a non-profit organization for research and activism on poverty legislation.
Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Grant in 2023
Kentucky Department of Agriculture is to promote the interests of agriculture and horticulture in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Kentucky State Beekeepers Association
Grant in 2023
Kentucky State Beekeepers Association (KSBA) is a non-profit, volunteer-run group that promotes apiculture in Kentucky and assists backyard, hobbyist, and professional beekeepers.
University of Kentucky
Grant in 2023
The University of Kentucky is a public land grant institution committed to enhancing lives through academic excellence, research, service, and healthcare. As Kentucky's flagship university, it fosters diversity, economic growth, and human welfare.
Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Grant in 2023
Kentucky Department of Agriculture is to promote the interests of agriculture and horticulture in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
St. Claire HealthCare
Grant in 2022
St. Claire HealthCare is a not-for-profit health system to proclaim God's goodness through a healing ministry to the people in Eastern Kentucky.
AppHarvest, Inc. is a food production company based in Lexington, Kentucky, established in 2017. It focuses on building and operating controlled-environment greenhouse farms that utilize advanced technology to grow non-GMO, chemical-free vegetables. By combining traditional agricultural practices with modern innovations, AppHarvest aims to create a sustainable and climate-resilient food system. The company's greenhouses are designed to optimize water usage, distributing more while significantly reducing overall consumption. Through its efforts, AppHarvest seeks to address the challenges of food production in a changing climate, contributing to a more sustainable agricultural landscape.
Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Grant in 2021
Kentucky Department of Agriculture is to promote the interests of agriculture and horticulture in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Kentucky State University
Grant in 2021
Kentucky State University, established in 1886, is a public, historically black land-grant university located in Frankfort, Kentucky. The institution is dedicated to advancing the commonwealth and enhancing societal well-being by offering a liberal studies education aimed at minority students, fostering their ability to serve their communities. It provides a range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, particularly in service-oriented fields such as teacher education, human and public services, and nursing. The university also emphasizes agricultural research through its Land Grant Program, which seeks to address agricultural and economic challenges faced by impoverished residents of Kentucky. Kentucky State University offers a comprehensive academic experience with over 650 on-campus courses, as well as various online and distance learning options. The Academic Services Center supports student success through tutoring, workshops, and extended hours, while additional resources include career counseling, health services, and financial aid options like scholarships and grants for eligible students.