America’s Farmers Grow Communities will partner again with farmers to award more than $3.3 million to eligible rural nonprofits across the country. Sponsored by the Monsanto Fund, Grow Communities offers farmers the chance to direct a $2,500 donation to a rural nonprofit organization of their choice. Enrollment for the program is open now through Nov. 30.

The purpose of America’s Farmers Grow Communities is to make a positive impact throughout the country by working with farmers to support the causes that are most important to them. Since 2010, Grow Communities has awarded over $19 million to thousands of community nonprofit organizations.

Through the program, farmers have helped fund a broad cross-section of organizations, now spanning 40 states, which reflect the makeup and character of rural America.  Farmers have directed donations to help fire departments purchase equipment and conduct training, send FFA and 4-H groups to contests and conventions, provide food pantries with meals to serve those in need, boost agriculture curriculum in rural school districts and more.

“Farmers who participate in this program are not only focused on the demands of running their operation, but they also care deeply about supporting their communities,” said Deborah Patterson, Monsanto Fund president. “Because of their commitment to this program, more than 7,000 nonprofit organizations have been able to enhance the many important programs and services they provide, and that number is continuing to grow every year.”

Farmers can enroll in the program and find eligibility information by visiting www.GrowCommunities.com or calling 877-267-3332 toll-free. Program winners will be announced in January. Help spread the word to farmers you know and like the Grow Communities Facebook page.

America’s Farmers Grow Communities is part of the America’s Farmers initiative. These programs, supported by the Monsanto Fund, have awarded over $29 million to rural communities in the past five years.