Honoring a Life of Passion, Purpose, and Legacy.
The Kyle Porter Foundation was established to honor the life and passions of Kyle Porter, a beloved son, husband, friend, farmer, and dedicated Simmental enthusiast, who tragically passed away in a farming accident in July 2020. While his life was cut short, his legacy continues to inspire and impact the communities he loved.
Kyle was a man whose heart was as big as his dreams. He was known for his tireless work ethic, boundless energy, and deep commitment to everything he did. As a farmer, Kyle embodied the spirit of hard work, perseverance, and dedication to his land and livestock. His love for the Simmental breed wasn’t just a hobby—it was a lifelong passion that fueled his pursuit of excellence and his desire to help others in the agricultural community thrive.
Through the Kyle Porter Foundation, we strive to continue his work, sharing his passion for farming, wrestling, and the Simmental breed with the world. Our mission is to support the next generation of farmers and young wrestlers by providing scholarships, funding educational opportunities, and promoting the values that Kyle held so dear: integrity and a relentless commitment to excellence.
In every initiative we undertake, we carry forward Kyle’s legacy of compassion, hard work, and unwavering dedication to his family, friends, and the causes he cared about most. By continuing to honor his memory, we aim to inspire others to live with the same passion and purpose that Kyle did, knowing that while his time with us was short, his impact will be felt for generations to come.
OUR CORE VALUES
Legacy of Passion
Honoring Kyle’s love for farming, wrestling, and the Simmental breed.
Community & Support
Continuing Kyle’s work by supporting young farmers, wrestlers, and agricultural enthusiasts.
Perseverance & Excellence
Encouraging hard work, integrity, and dedication in all we do.
Family & Friendship
Fostering a sense of connection, collaboration, and care in everything we undertake.
By supporting the Kyle Porter Foundation, you’re helping to ensure that Kyle’s spirit lives on—through the young farmers and athletes who will be empowered by the opportunities you help provide, and through the enduring impact of his legacy on the agricultural community and beyond.
YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS
The Kyle Porter Foundation was established to honor the life and passions of Kyle Porter, a beloved son, husband, friend, farmer, and dedicated Simmental enthusiast, who tragically passed away in a farming accident in July 2020. While his life was cut short, his legacy continues to inspire and impact the communities he loved.
Through the Kyle Porter Foundation, we strive to continue his work, sharing his passion for agriculture with the world. Our mission is to support the next generation of farmers and agriculturists by providing scholarships, funding educational opportunities, and promoting the values that Kyle held so dear: integrity and a relentless commitment to excellence.
Each year, the Kyle Porter Foundation offers one scholarship of $1,500 to a graduating high school senior who displays a great passion for the agriculture industry. Applications are due March 15th each year. Students can apply online starting January 1st.
Candidate must be a graduating high school senior with the intent of pursuing an agriculture degree or a career in agriculture and secure a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
Please email the completed application and requested photo(s) to kyleporterfoundation@gmail.com by March 15th.
DONATIONS
SHOP Apparel.
• 100% polyester micro poplin
• Wind and rain resistant
• Half zip pullover with a hood
• Front kangaroo pocket
• Hidden zipped pouch pocket
• Packable in the zipped pouch pocket
• Adjustable bungee draw cord at hood and bottom hem
• Elastic cuffs
• Embroidered “C” logo on the left sleeve
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
• 100% soft ring-spun cotton
• Fabric weight: 6.1 oz./yd.² (206.8 g/m²)
• Relaxed fit
• Garment-dyed, pre-shrunk fabric
• Topstitched, classic width collar
• Twill-taped neck and shoulders for comfort and durability
• Rib cuffs
• Shoulder-to-shoulder twill tape
• Signature twill label
• Blank product sourced from Honduras
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
• 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester
• Fabric weight: 8.0 oz/yd² (271.25 g/m²)
• Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling
• Double-lined hood with matching drawcord
• Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle
• 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex
• Front pouch pocket
• Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
• Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!
Kyle Porter Memorial Show
Contact Us
Mike Henderson
(515) 450-1066
Kaitlyn Porter
(641) 330-9608
13424 120th St. Sheffield, IA 50475
Jamie Porter
2294 115th St. Geneva, IA 50633
Dan Schaa
(712) 790-6317