Agricultural and rural grants for nonprofits, businesses and individuals in economically distressed communities, agriculture research, agriculture education and community agriculture projects.
Grants of up to $20,000 to Colorado government agencies, nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and individuals for projects and activities that protect, conserve, improve, and develop water resources in eligible locations. Funding is intended to ensure safe and...
Grants of up to $50,000 to USA dairy processors, councils, and producer associations in multiple states to promote regionally produced dairy products. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to two business days to complete. Eligible applicants a...
Grants of up to $1,000 to USA state and county farm bureaus for K-12 classroom agricultural literacy projects and programs. Funding may be requested to start new or expand existing agricultural literacy programs. The intent is to build capacity by funding items that ca...
Grants of up to $30,000 to Vermont organizations for environmental conservation projects and general operations. Funding is intended to provide organizations with the resources needed to create a positive and sustainable change for Vermont’s residents and environment...
Grants of up to $10,000 to USA cooperatives in eligible states to support neighborhood projects. Priority is given to requests that align with farmer well-being and agricultural safety, rural community vitality, and agriculture education. Examples include food shelf do...
Grants of up to $10,000 to Vermont farms, organizations, and businesses for activities to improve water and soil quality. Funding is intended to support the adoption of soil-based practices that not only improve the soil, but also reduce erosion and agricultural waste....
Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations, agencies, and schools for projects and programs that will benefit the local community in eligible locations. Areas of focus include arts and culture, community development, education and literacy, research, agriculture an...
Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International agricultural startups to participate in a business development program. Participants will be involved in weekly instructional sessions and coaching meetings and will receive office space and deals from vendors. They will b...
Grants and loans to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, farmers and farmers associations, and tribes to provide farmworkers with off-farm housing and related facilities. Applicants are required to complete required registrations prior to s...
Grants to Michigan government agencies to improve local roadways and promote economic development. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended to address critical highway needs, improve the ability of the state to compete in an in...
Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government entities for projects that promote economic development. Applicants must submit a preliminary application and certain applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for activiti...
Opportunity for Illinois agriculture startup companies to participate in a business development program. Program participants receive cash investments, mentorship, special deals from selected vendors, and office space. Eligible applicants include early-stage, high-grow...
Grants to New York conservation districts for projects that address environmental issues relating to farming. Funding is intended to support projects that reduce the effect of harmful pollutants on the environment, as well as to reduce the effect of climatic change on ...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations for new, creative, and innovative projects and activities that strengthen the local food system. Applicants requesting funds for an established program must demonstrate how their program accomplishes what has no...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations to promote career development in the agricultural sector. Funding is intended for leadership advancement projects for middle school and high school students who are enrolled in agriculture courses in formal and in...
Grants of up to $2,000 to Maine nonprofit organizations to promote and advance agricultural education. Funding is intended for materials, projects, events, and educational programs designed for students, teachers, and volunteers. Eligible projects will increase agricul...
Grants and loans to USA, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands agricultural producers and small non-urban businesses for environmentally friendly energy solutions. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended ...
Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs, activities, and events that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and services within a wide range of focus areas including but not limited to the arts, edu...
Grants of up to $5,000, grants of up to $15,000, and grants of up to $25,000 to Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit rural communities in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support projects and...
Grants of up to $5,000, up to $15,000, and up to $25,000 to Kansas nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit rural communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of hunger and nutrition; agricultural education; esse...
Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina individual farmers and collaborations in eligible locations to promote the development of new sources of agricultural income. Funding is intended to support operations that are verifiable farm businesses. Eligible expenses are ...
Grants to Illinois businesses in eligible industries to encourage the creation of new jobs for state residents. Applicants are advised that pre-qualification and required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended for applicants relocating t...
Grants of $20,000 to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, universities and school districts, and faith-based groups to create community gardens in vacant lots. Funding is intended for a wide range of expenses, supplies, and equipment related to program impleme...
Grants of up to $15,000 to Hawaii nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to strengthen communities, create strong families, address food insecurity, improve health and education, and build resilience. Priority is given...
Grants to Florida landowners for environmental projects and disaster relief efforts in eligible locations. Funding is intended to ensure the viability of the state's forest lands and restore the ecological and economic value of damaged timberland. Grants will support s...
Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia nonprofit organizations and farmers markets to support activities and promote agriculture in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that advance the future of agriculture and improve ...
Grants to North Dakota companies, individuals, institutions of higher education, and groups to encourage agricultural tourism in rural areas of the state. Funding is intended to promote economic activity through agricultural tourism. Applicants are encouraged to collab...
Grants to North Carolina and South Carolina nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government agencies in eligible locations for projects related to agricultural advancement. Applicants must submit a letter of intent, and new applicants must first contact staff, ...
Grants to North Dakota businesses, IHEs, individuals, and groups to develop new marketing strategies for agricultural products and by-products. Funding is intended to support market analyses to develop data-driven marketing plans that will have a positive impact on the...
Grants to North Dakota farmers and farm operations for economic investment activities that expand their range of crops and livestock products. Priority funding is intended to assist family farm operations seeking to diversify the production of non-traditional crops, li...
Grants to North Dakota companies, higher education agencies, groups, and individuals to develop technology that will improve agricultural production within the state. Funding is intended to support technological developments that add value to the state’s agriculture ...
Grants of up to $25,000 to North Dakota businesses for services to enhance markets for agricultural products. Funding is intended to expand and maintain the state's existing value-added businesses. Eligible activities include those that assess, develop, and implement i...
Grants of up to $10,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations, public institutions, and agencies for initiatives to enhance the lives of rural residents. Funding is intended to support education, land conservation, local food initiatives, social services, the environment,...
Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations and municipalities for water improvement projects in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities to improve water quality and to educate residents ab...
Grants to Colorado government entities and nonprofit organizations for projects to develop, conserve, protect, and manage water resources throughout the state. Applicants must register with the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for ...
Grants to California low-income communities, public housing developments, mobile home parks, and farmworker housing facilities to install free broadband networks. Eligible uses of funds include installation equipment, required documentation, hardware, labor costs, and ...
Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, institutions of higher education, fire departments, and more for projects that enhance the quality of life in rural areas of eligible counties. Applicants must meet with program staff b...
Grants to Indiana nonprofit organizations for projects to address community needs and interests in eligible locations. Funding is intended for education, environment, conservation, youth, and agriculture programs. Grantees may also use funds for operating support and o...
Grants to USA and territories states, local governments, tribes, IHEs, farmer cooperatives, agricultural producers, and other organizations for environmental conservation projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. F...
Grants of up to $30,000 to USA individuals collaborating with nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, tribal entities, and community- and faith-based organizations in multiple states to enhance health and safety in the agricultural sector. Applicants must sub...
Grants of up to $30,000 to USA researchers in collaboration with government agencies, tribes, and for-profit, non-profit, and faith-based organizations in multiple states to address occupational hazards in farming. Particular consideration is given to pilot projects ad...
Grants to USA and Israel researchers affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for collaborative research projects related to agriculture and nutrition. Applicants must submit a preliminary proposal prior to applying. The purpose of the research program is to adv...
Grants of up to $25,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives that develop food systems and agriculture, conserve natural resources, and preserve historic arts, culture, and heritage. Priority is given to organizations whose work benefits the...
Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, local governments, and food, forestry, and agricultural businesses for new or expanded projects that benefit other producers or forest landowners. Priority will be given to businesses in at-risk counties, counties adjoining ...
Grants to Oregon local government agencies, tribal entities, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals for programs and activities that improve the efficiency of irrigation water use on agricultural properties. Funding is intended for initiatives that addres...
Grants to Massachusetts municipal conservation agencies and agricultural commissions to acquire land to protect, restore, and conserve state resources. Funding is intended for the acquisition of properties such as fields, forests, habitats, and historic or cultural res...
Grants of up to $45,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, regional councils, libraries, career technology centers, and community colleges to benefit rural communities in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full proposal...
Grants to Maryland government agencies, IHEs, regional councils, and nonprofit organizations for programs that further economic growth in designated rural counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended to support entrepreneur...
Grants to Idaho farmers and ranchers for projects to improve the quality of water resources throughout the state. Funding is intended for projects that enhance water quality and reduce pollution through improved management and preservation practices. The purpose of the...
Grants to Texas nonprofit arts organizations, government agencies, organizations of color, arts providers, and cultural districts for projects that use the arts to benefit residents across the state. Funding is intended for a range of programs and activities within the...