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November 8, 2006

SPECIAL NEWS RELEASE

KANSAS AGRICULTURE AND RURAL LEADERSHIP, INC.

CONTACT: JACK LINDQUIST, PRESIDENT (785)532-6300

KARL Enhances Endowment Fund Through High Plains Heritage Foundation Gift

The Kansas Agriculture and Rural Leadership Program received a $20,000 endorsement from a charter board member during the Economic Revitalization Seminar in Liberal November 8. Florence Metcalf, presented an agreement between the Ted and Florence Metcalf family, the High Plains Heritage Foundation and KARL, Inc. with earned funds from the investment to be used specifically for the educational efforts of the Kansas Agriculture and Rural Leadership Program.

Florence Metcalf served as the first curriculum committee chair of the board of directors for the KARL Program said Jack Lindquist, President of the private non-profit educational organization. Lindquist said, "We can’t express our appreciation enough for the vision Florence Metcalf had by providing a framework of unmatched educational experiences for future agricultural and rural Kansas leaders. Her gift is a model for other successful rural leaders to extend their legacy to the benefit of emerging leaders." Lindquist added. "In effect, Florence Metcalf has encouraged others to follow in her footsteps-others that share in her belief in the importance of strong leadership within the agricultural industry and rural communities. We are grateful for all contributions but especially for her families trust in our program". With the gift, the Mecalf’s have joined the select group of major endowment donors known as KARL Legacy Benefactors.

KARL, Inc., is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to identifying and developing leadership in order to enhance the quality of life for all Kansans. KARL's two-year budget is approximately $375,000 for 30 class participants. Participants pay a tuition fee of $2,500 and donors contribute the remaining $10,000 per class member. KARL funding comes entirely from private sources through donations from individuals, businesses, organizations, foundations, and corporations. KARL, Inc. is a 501c3 charitable, educational organization. Learn more about the KARL Program by visiting http://www.karlprogram.com or call 785-532-6300.

"With Leadership Comes Responsibility"