72 Vermont Agriculture Grants

Financial assistance to USA livestock producers to mitigate financial losses suffered due to livestock illness. Funding is intended to support applicants facing financial damage from a reduction in milk production following diagnosed illness in their dairy cows. This p...

Grants up to $5,000 to USA small to medium-sized farm owners and operators and agricultural nonprofits to implement sustainable farming activities. Funding is intended for projects that strengthen local communities and encourage farms to operate more sustainably. Appli...

Grants and loans to USA and territories agencies, IHEs, public power entities, and rural electric cooperatives to assist rural small businesses and agricultural producers in evaluating their energy efficiency. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take...

Scholarships to USA American Indian and Alaska Native college and high school students to study disciplines related to agriculture, natural resources, and food. Applicants must attend an eligible college or university. In addition to the scholarships, students will als...

Grants to USA grape and wine researchers for research projects related to the wine industry. Funding is intended to support projects addressing a wide range of focus areas, including enology; grapevine pest and disease management; breeding and genetics; education and o...

Grants to USA and territories small specialty crop businesses to offset expenses related to safety regulations and requirements. Funding is intended for on-farm food safety program expenses, including certification receipt or renewal, as well as related costs. Applican...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and consulting firms to conduct research on the efficacy and long-term outcomes of farm-to-school programs. Research projects should focus on broad geographic areas and equity, and should result in the publi...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program related to women's health. The purpose of the accelerator is to generate nutrition-based solutions that address women's physical and mental health. Areas of interest includ...

Grants of up to $20,000 to New Hampshire and Vermont farms in eligible locations to increase food production and improve sales. Funding is intended to address a wide range of needs including, but not limited to the purchase of equipment or infrastructure, packaging and...

Grants of up to $75,000 to USA conservation organizations, agricultural landowners, Indigenous communities, and ranchers for projects with clear conservation benefits. Funding is intended for projects that will reduce the need for physical fences, thereby benefiting wi...

Opportunity for USA entrepreneurs to participate in a virtual business development program. Applicants will receive a financial stipend, access to a professional network, and necessary training. Applicants should work in the agricultural sector. Entrepreneurs will part...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals affiliated with IHEs, government, nonprofit, and for-profit entities for studies to enhance farm biodiversity. The research will focus on understanding the socio-economic factors associated with cooperative farm mana...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations and school entities for youth-led initiatives that serve individuals and communities in need. Programs must be in one of the following focus areas: agriculture, nutrition, food politics and education, and food security. Eligible or...

Grants to USA and territories eligible institutions of higher education for disaster preparedness programs. Applicants must complete required registrations and contact the funding source prior to applying. Funding is intended to support programs to prepare for, respond...

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 of up to $5,000 and in-kind equipment donations to USA veteran-owned agricultural businesses. The purpose of this program is to assist veterans with the purchase of livestock, vehicles, equipment, and other supplies required to support the veteran's entry into t...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for community-based programs related to food and nutrition. Priority is given to organizations with projects that impact and occur in or near communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include food ac...

Grants to USA teams of students at institutions of higher education to develop agriculture solutions that use technologies from the aviation industry. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to improve the e...

Grants to USA IHEs, private corporations and organizations, federal agencies, research institutions and organizations, and individuals for research projects related to improving farm management. Applicants must complete required registrations and contact the funding so...

Grants to USA dairy farmers, producers, technical service providers, and milk buyers in Northeastern states for projects to benefit the dairy industry. Applicants are advised to finalize required registrations prior to the deadline. Grants are available to applicants i...

Fellowships to USA and Canada PhD students to support workforce development activities. The program provides mentorship and support to graduate students looking to pursue a career in the fields of agriculture and the life sciences. Eligible applicants have defined rese...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations and research and academic institutions for projects that support the organic farming industry. Applicants must submit a letter of interest prior to applying. Funding is intended for advocacy, education, and researc...

Award of $5,000 to a Vermont farmer to recognize creativity and entrepreneurial skill. The award is intended to honor an individual who works on a commercial farm and exemplifies the characteristics embodied by the award's namesake. Prize money may be used for complete...

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 to USA nonprofit organizations for operational and project support. Funding is intended to support grassroots organizations that effect positive change in the focus areas of climate justice, healthy food access, pollution reduction, food production workers' heal...

Grants of $3,500 to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, government agencies, tribes, and K-12 public, private, and charter schools for new or existing gardening projects. Requests may be made for edible educational gardens that grow fruits, herbs, edible flowers, g...

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...

Opportunity for USA young adults to gain work experience in the field of environmental stewardship. The program provides training, networking, and support by host organizations and agencies. Successful applicants will be able to engage in a range of activities related ...

Grants to USA colleges and universities for projects to benefit the agricultural sector through research and education activities. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to address pest management and ...

Opportunity for USA farmers, ranchers, solar developers, and organizations to pilot projects integrating cattle grazing areas with solar energy production. Funding is intended to promote clean energy and sustainable agriculture through shared land use. Both new and cur...

Grants of up to $1,500 to Vermont childcare centers and after-school programs and centers to increase the amount of fresh produce available to children. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting an application. The purpose of the progr...

Grants of up to $30,000 to Vermont organizations for environmental conservation projects and general operational support. Funding is intended to provide organizations with the resources needed to create a positive and sustainable change for Vermont’s residents and en...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Colombia institutions of higher education for collaborations on climate change solutions. Applicants are required to join the funding source's network prior to applying for a grant. Funding is intended to promote partnerships between ...

Grants to USA and Canada organizations for projects to benefit local communities where the funding source has a presence. Eligible organizations are aligned with one of the following areas of interest: local community, water, and food. Funding is intended to address is...

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 of $5,000 to USA women in multiple northeastern states to promote horticultural careers. Grant funds may be used for training, education, materials, trade tools, and small business development. The purpose of the program is to support women who are interested in...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA organizations in multiple states for activities that enhance natural resource industries. Funding is intended to support events, projects, and programs that strengthen and promote the agriculture, commercial fishing, and forest product in...

Grants to USA research scientists at qualified institutions for research projects related to food availability and sustainable agriculture. Applicants must be nominated by their institution prior to applying. The purpose of the program is to support opportunities for c...

Grants to Vermont schools, childcare providers, and nonprofit organizations for programs that encourage youth and children to investigate the relationship between farming and health. Funding is intended for projects and activities that involve youth and address the imp...

Grants to USA dairy processors and brands in multiple states to support the growth of the local industry. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended to initiate or expand the practice of co-packing. G...

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 of up to $50,000 to USA dairy processors, farmers, producer associations, and dairy councils in multiple states to advance dairy product safety. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to two business days to complete. Grants are available...

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories state governments to purchase unprocessed foods from underserved producers and distribute them to schools and child care centers. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Fundin...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International individuals, IHEs, and institutions for research addressing health. Funding is intended for preventative research related to nutrition, healthy food, and complementary and natural medicine. Eligible uses of funds include salarie...

Grants of up to $10,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for events and programs that promote and educate the public about the dairy industry. Funding is intended to support proposals in the following focus areas: building the skills of dairy producers, creating the next...

Grants of up to $30,000 to USA nonprofit organizations to support healthy farms and communities. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and coalitions that address access to nutritious food while investing in farmers. While preference will be given to requests for...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives related to effective democracy, sustainable agriculture, and Jewish life. Applicants are required to submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to applying. For democracy projects, the focus is national. The ...

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and Tribal Nations for technical education programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is to produce more qu...

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 complete. Proposals are invited for high-potent...

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...