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We are now accepting applications for the 2025 Grant Cycle through January 31, 2025 11:59 p.m. PST.

Eligibility

• Grants up to $5,000
• Small U.S. farms 250 acres or less
• Applicant must be farm owner/operator or have long-term, legal land access (leased land requires landowner support letter with lease length)
• 501(c)(3) agricultural nonprofits in operation for minimum 3 years may apply; must submit 501(c)(3) documentation and board list
• For profit farms must be active for at least 2 years
• Applicants may re-apply for the same project or a different one if they have not been funded in earlier grant cycles

Ineligible For Funding

• Non-U.S. farms
• Farms or farmers that have previously received a FGCF grant
• Project budgets & items including; hydro/aquaponic systems, land purchases, labor, consultants, administrative costs, general marketing, one-time experiences, or any projects relying on outside grant funding for completion

Sustainability Projects

• Applicants must provide detailed project description, budget, and timeline for completion by December.
• We prioritize projects that promote sustainable practices and community impact. Review our Farming Manifesto and past Alumni Projects for examples of winning proposals.

Project Preferences 

Grant Opportunities for BIPOC-Led agricultural non-profits thanks to ongoing support from sponsor Aramark.

Preferential States: We aim to support farms in states where we haven’t yet funded a project. If you’re a small farm or agricultural nonprofit in one of the following states, we encourage you to apply:

• • Nevada
  • Idaho
  • Utah
  • North Dakota
  • Nebraska
  • Minnesota
  • Arkansas
  • Alabama
  • Florida
  • South Carolina
  • New Hampshire
  • Delaware

Awards & Reporting Schedule

• May: Grant awards
• August: Interim report due
• December: Project completion
• January 2026: Final report due