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 $10,000 to Michigan nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects to serve children up to the age of eighteen years old in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs and projects to benefit children an...
Grants of up to $20,000 to California nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Some applicants must contact staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of animal welfare, agriculture, conservation, ...
Fellowships to Alberta recent Master's and PhD graduates in STEM studies and individuals affiliated with science-based businesses to bring technology innovations to market. Applicants are required to contact an eligible institution to discuss requirements prior to subm...
Grants to Manitoba registered charities in eligible locations to enhance the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to support projects in the areas of community service, health, education, culture and heritage, youth and seniors, recreation, agricult...
Grants of up to $15,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for programs in the areas of historical research, health, food, agriculture, housing and shelter, and education. Requests may be for program or general operating support, or for specif...
Grants to South Dakota conservation districts for projects that protect environmental resources throughout the state. Funding is intended for a broad range of projects that protect and conserve natural resources, including watersheds, forests, and agricultural land.
Grants of up to $500 to Alabama teachers and other qualifying educators to support agricultural education for K-12 students. Funding is available for classroom-level projects that effectively integrate agricultural concepts into the curriculum. Funds may be used for eq...
In-kind grants to Utah K-12 schools to help students learn about and plant trees on school property. Funding is intended to engage students in the stewardship of their environment through tree-planting projects. In addition to providing tree donations, program staff wi...
In-kind support of equipment and technical assistance to New York schools, youth organizations, and daycare facilities in eligible regions to set up and maintain indoor gardening centers. In addition to receiving the necessary equipment to set up the center: grow light...
Grants to USA, Canada, and International organizations, institutions, and individuals for professional development activities in the field of grain operations. Applicants are required to pre-qualify prior to submitting a full grant application. Funding areas of interes...
Grants of up to $250 to Indiana teachers and farm-based organizations for educational programming. Funding is intended for projects or programs, or for participation in an event that promotes agriculture and education. The education program or activity could be new or ...
Grants to USA investigators affiliated with qualified organizations in multiple states and territories for education and research projects that enhance the agricultural industry. Applicants must submit a preliminary proposal prior to applying. Funding is intended to ad...
Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations and government agencies for horticultural projects. Applicants must submit a Letter of Intent prior to applying for the grant. Funding is intended for program and project support, research, matching programs, and capital impro...
Grants to USA and territories researchers affiliated with IHEs, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, agribusinesses, and consultants in multiple states for research projects related to agriculture. Applicants must submit a preliminary proposal prior to applyin...
Grants to Ohio organizations in eligible communities for gardening-related projects. Funding is intended to support the enhancement of publicly owned property, to support education in horticultural and related fields, and to spread the love and knowledge of gardening. ...
Grants of up to $500 to North Carolina Pre-K through college-level teachers in public and private schools and institutions of higher education for programs that further students' understanding of the local agricultural sector. Funding is intended to help teachers provi...
Grants to USA IHEs, research institutions, agencies, nonprofit organizations, private organizations, and individuals to enhance children's nutritional health and promote agricultural education. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to applying. Projects...
Award of $500 to a New Mexico grade 6-12 science teacher to recognize inspiring and effective teaching. Eligible nominees are plant science teachers who provide instruction about native plants and plant ecology. The award recipient will also receive a book about native...
Grants to USA territories and Compact Free Associations IHEs to improve their capacity to conduct distance learning for agricultural sciences, natural resources, and other programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. ...
Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, IHEs, research institutions, and individuals for projects related to organic agriculture. Applicants must contact program staff to assess the organization's readiness to apply. Funding is intended for rese...
Grants to Central Virginia nonprofit organizations and government entities to promote an understanding of farming communities and rural life. Funding may be used for projects and programs in the areas of education, environment, and community enrichment.
Grants of up to $2,000 to USA BIPOC farmers to support their success. Funding is intended for equipment, consulting, education, software, or any other items that will help support a transition to organic farming. Projects that will have the highest positive impact on t...
Grants of up to $25,000 to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs and services that benefit communities in eligible areas. Funding is provided for programs in a wide range of interests, including education, health, arts, assistance to needy children and adults, and...
Grants to USA universities and colleges for integrated research in identified priority areas in the organic agriculture industry. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Collaborative projects are encouraged. Projects may...
Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to meet the basic human needs of underserved residents. Grants are intended for general operating support or program and project expenses. Funding is intended to support programs in the focus areas of ed...
Grants to Florida PreK-12 teachers for school gardening projects. Eligible projects are those that focus on growing indigenous Florida produce while incorporating lessons from the funding source's textbooks. Eligible uses of funds include gardening tools, seeds, hydrop...
Grants to Colorado property owners in eligible regions to install headgates and measuring devices. Some applicants are required to contact the funding source prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended for property improvements that will protect the water r...
Grants of up to $1,500 to Michigan dairy farm employees and dairy producers who are members of cooperatives for events that promote the industry. Funding is intended to foster public trust in the dairy industry, promote its image, increase awareness of the health and n...
Grants and in-kind support to Florida public and private schools in eligible locations to create school vegetable gardens and improve childhood nutrition. Funding is intended to teach basic garden skills and to introduce students to the pleasures of clean, good food. I...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Nebraska teachers and administrators in eligible areas to help educate students about natural resources and environmental stewardship. Funding is available for the development of outdoor classrooms as well as other small-scale activities suppo...
Grants to USA IHEs, research organizations, for-profit organizations, government agencies, and individuals for innovative agricultural research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Proposals are invited for high-potent...
Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and agencies in eligible locations to serve local communities. Focus areas include arts education, community and economic development, arts and culture, disabilities, education, environment and conservation, health and medicine, hi...
In-kind grants to Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts K-12 public schools and nonprofit organizations to establish environmental and educational orchards. The program involves the planting of trees onsite at the participating school or organization. A staff...
Grants of up to $500 to Tennessee schools and youth development organizations for educational garden projects. Funding may be requested for new or existing gardens. Projects should educate youth about the importance of agriculture and the conservation of natural resour...
Grants to Michigan nonprofit organizations and government agencies in eligible regions for projects to enhance and sustain watershed areas. Applicants should discuss proposals with program staff prior to applying. Consideration will be given to projects in the followin...
Grants to Nebraska and Iowa nonprofit organizations for high-impact programs and initiatives to benefit local residents. Areas of focus include arts, education, humanities, agriculture, and human services. The Foundation places an emphasis on grants to applicants opera...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and educational institutions in eligible counties for economic development feasibility studies. Projects must take place in rural areas where the funding ...
In-kind donations of fruit trees, equipment, volunteer workers, and training to USA nonprofit organizations, public schools, and government entities to create orchards in communal and public places. Funding is intended to improve the surrounding environment and provide...
Grants of up to $400 to Kansas K-6 certified educators who demonstrate excellence in integrating agricultural concepts into the classroom curriculum. Funding may be used to purchase supplies in support of agricultural projects and lessons, such as garden equipment, lab...
Grants of up to $1,000 and in-kind support to USA, Canada, and International individuals, groups, and organizations for early-stage animal welfare activities. Funding is intended to support projects that protect farm animals, with a particular preference for animal adv...
Grants to New Jersey conservancies and state, county, and municipal governments to protect land and resources in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support conservation efforts and to advance land preservation in the region. Projects can include restrictions on...
Grants of up to $35,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for projects to promote justice, equity, and sustainability in local communities. A letter of inquiry is required prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include food access and environmental justice and p...
Grants to Kansas county farm bureaus for educational and leadership development programming. Funding is intended for projects and activities designed for children, youth, teachers, adults, and retirees. Requests will be evaluated based on financial need. Eligible proje...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Ohio individuals and organizations in eligible locations to support for-profit gardening ventures. Funding is intended to assist entrepreneurs in advancing the local food system so that residents have access to healthy, fresh, and affordable f...
Grants of up to $15,000 to Alaska nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in the funding source's service area. Funding is intended to support projects within the focus areas of economic development, disaster relief, education and leadership, comm...
Grants of $700 to Vermont and New Hampshire schools for agricultural and food-related activities in eligible municipalities. Funding is intended to assist schools in implementing new or continuing established initiatives related to food production, local food consumpti...
In-kind donations of seeds to USA and Mexico organizations in eligible regions for gardening projects. Preference is given to organizations and projects that support food access and resilience for underrepresented populations. Eligible applicants are focused on educati...
Grants to Washington and Oregon nonprofit organizations for community events, projects, and programs in eligible regions. Applications will be considered in any sector, including housing, health care, transportation, education, public health, and arts and culture. Fund...
Grants to USA nursery tree growers and orchardists to restore and replace qualifying vines, bushes, and trees that have been damaged or lost as a result of disease or natural disaster. Funding may be requested to mitigate losses of commercially produced annual crops. Q...
Grants to Ontario landowners to protect ground and surface water quality in eligible areas. Applicants should contact program staff and obtain all the necessary permits and approvals prior to applying. The goal of this program is to protect local streams, wetlands, riv...