WK Kellogg Co has again pledged to support the work of the Dan Gillespie Soil Health Fund (DGSHF), an affiliated fund of Nebraska Community Foundation.
WK Kellogg Co’s third contribution of $7,500 to the fund brings its total support to $22,500, making the organization the largest donor in DGSHF’s five-year history.
“The Dan Gillespie Soil Health Fund is creating meaningful opportunities for farmers, students and agricultural communities to learn, collaborate and advance soil health practices,” said Sarah Ludmer, Chief Wellbeing and Sustainable Business Officer at WK Kellogg Co. “We’re honored to continue supporting the Fund’s work to expand access to education and resources that can drive long-term benefits for both people and the planet.”
The DGSHF honors Dan Gillespie, a life-long farmer and no-till advocate. Following a courageous battle with ALS, the Dan Gillespie Soil Health Fund was established to allow Gillespie’s family, friends, and fellow soil health enthusiasts across the nation to carry on his work with soil health and regenerative agriculture.
Randy Pryor, DGSHF Advisory Chairman stated, “The DGSHF is focused on building an endowment with WK Kellogg Co. and other generous corporate and private donor support. The generosity of WK Kellogg Co. has enabled the fund to increase award grants to $2,500 twice a year.”
The DGSHF grants support education and programming for youth, current and future farmers, ranchers, and others directly involved in agriculture in Nebraska and surrounding states. Past DGSHF grants have supported organizations like Future Farmers of America (FFA), individual farmers incorporating new regenerative soil health practices, No-Till on the Plains, UNL Extension, and other youth-centered sustainable agriculture projects and programs.
The next DGSHF grant award will be made from new grant applications due October 1, 2026. For more information on the grant application and to support the work of the fund, visit www.nebcommfound.org/give/dan-gillespie-soil-health-fund.