Organic Farming & Agriculture Grants

Last updated October 9, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,068 active organic farming & agriculture grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 14 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 524 list an award amount, with a median of $16K.

Grants tracked: 1,068; from 537 funders
Median award: $16K; middle half $2,128–$100K
Total listed funding: $136.4M; across 524 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 28; 73 with a published date

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Ranchland Stewardship Program Grant Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ranchland Stewardship Program is designed to transform rangelands into thriving, carbon-rich landscapes that support agricultural productivity and environmental resilience.	Not published	Varies
McKinley Vance Agri-Business Scholarship Grant Our Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation is a charitable resource devoted to our local community. We help people make meaningful gifts that improve life in Daviess County, Indiana today and for generations to come.	Not published	Varies
HortScholar Program Grant American Horticulture Industry Association · Foundation Not published · Varies The HortScholar Program offers students in horticulture an immersive experience at Cultivate'25, connecting them with industry leaders and trends.	Not published	Varies
Iowa Corn Future of Agriculture Scholarship Iowa Corn Grower's Association · Foundation Not published · $1K A scholarship program awarding $1,000 one-year scholarships to deserving, qualified students pursuing careers in Iowa's agriculture industry.	Not published	$1K
White-Reinhardt Fund for Education Delaware State Farm Bureau Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K The White-Reinhardt Fund for Education recognizes outstanding agricultural literacy efforts of educators and communities across the country.	Not published	Up to $1K
W.P. & T.M. Phillips Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Harrisonburg & Rockingham County · Foundation Not published · Varies Easily learn more about the W.P. & T.M. The next deadline for this grant is Mon, 06 Apr 2026.	Not published	Varies
Seeds For Stewardship Grant CHS Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Seeds For Stewardship Grant by the CHS Foundation aims to enhance agricultural leadership and improve rural community safety.	Not published	Up to $10K
Missouri Beef Days Grantmaking Program Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Community Foundation of the Ozarks (CFO) provides philanthropic leadership to build stronger communities.	Not published	Up to $2K
Fisher Family Lost Acres Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Fisher Family Lost Acres Scholarship Fund, administered by the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts, provides financial assistance to students pursuing agriculture, horticulture, or related majors.	Not published	Up to $3K
Woodland Assessments State Department of Assessments and Taxation · State Not published · Varies Promotes forest conservation and management; Encourages woodland production, prevention of floods and the wasting of soil; Increases income from the sale of lumber.	Not published	Varies
Owatonna FFA Scholarship Owatonna Independent School District No 761 Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K Scholarship supporting FFA members in Owatonna.	Not published	$2K
Creating New Economies Fund (CNEF) Grant Legacy Philanthropy Works · Foundation Not published · $8K – $12K The Creating New Economies Fund (CNEF) Grant offers support for innovative projects that enhance community resources in rural areas.	Not published	$8K – $12K
NY State Farm-to-School Grant Program New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets · Foundation Not published · $50K – $150K The NY State Farm-to-School Grant Program promotes the use of locally produced foods in K-12 school cafeterias, enhancing meal quality and fostering relationships between schools and New York farmers.	Not published	$50K – $150K
Brighter Future Fund American Farmland Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Brighter Future Fund provides grants to farmers across the country to assist in successfully improving resilience, enhancing farm viability, and accessing land.	Not published	Up to $5K
USDA Grant: Supporting Farmers of Color and Small Farm Resiliency Michael Fields Agricultural Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies This is an awarded USDA grant project (announced December 2024) focused on deepening relationships between farmers of color and USDA programs. MFAI is implementing this initiative in collaboration with regional partners.	Not published	Varies
Andy Peek Livestock Endowed Scholarship Fund Grant Community Foundation of the North State · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources.	Not published	Varies
Farm to School Mini-Grants Vital Communities Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Mini-grants available for projects related to farms, agricultural heritage, farm products, food production, or local food consumption at schools.	Not published	Varies
Goldinger Trust Grant Jewish Federation of Delaware Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Goldinger Trust provides funding for agricultural research	Not published	Varies
Mary Beth Williams Memorial Scholarship Grant Northern Piedmont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mary Beth Williams Memorial Scholarship, managed by the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, honors the life of Mary Beth Williams, who tragically passed away in 1997.	Not published	Varies
DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Grant DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, established in 1986, supports educational initiatives in agriculture through grants.	Not published	Varies
White-Reinhardt National Ag in the Classroom Conference Scholarship Florida Farm Bureau Federation · Foundation Not published · Varies Provides travel expense funds for educators to attend the National Ag in the Classroom Conference.	Not published	Varies
Washington State Organic & Sustainable Farming Fund Tilth Alliance · Foundation Not published · $550K Tilth Alliance administers grants providing critical financial assistance to farmers in Washington State supporting projects that enhance environmental sustainability, economic viability, and social impact of farm operations.	Not published	$550K
Western SARE: Local Education and Demonstration Grants(Formerly Research to Grassroots Grants) Western SARE · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Western SARE Local Education and Demonstration Grants aim to promote sustainable agriculture through practical demonstrations and educational activities.	Not published	Up to $60K
Environmental Grants Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Environmental Grants program, managed by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission, provides funding to conservation districts aimed at reducing agricultural non-point source pollution.	Not published	Up to $5K

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About agriculture grants

Agriculture grants fund farming, conservation, research, and food systems work, with a strong emphasis on sustainable and conservation-minded production. The USDA is the dominant funder through agencies like the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE). Farmers, ranchers, nonprofits, universities, and tribes are common applicants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do organic farming & agriculture grants award?

Of the 1,068 organic farming & agriculture grants Grantable lists as of October 9, 2026, 524 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $16K, and the middle half fall between $2,128 and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most organic farming & agriculture grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Montana State University (48), Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) (26), Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (11), New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (11), and DeKalb County Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture (10). In all, 537 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are organic farming & agriculture grants due?

Of 1,068 grants listed, 28 accept applications on a rolling basis, 73 have a published upcoming deadline, 176 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 791 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 55% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for agriculture?

Funding supports conservation practices, sustainable and regenerative agriculture, research and education, urban agriculture, and food systems. USDA/NRCS offers tools like Conservation Innovation Grants, and programs such as SARE fund farmer-driven research. Many programs prioritize conservation outcomes and serving historically underserved producers.

Does the USDA fund agriculture projects?

Yes. The USDA is the primary funder of agricultural grants, working through the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and the SARE program, among others. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation also funds adoption of regenerative agriculture and conservation practices on private working lands. Eligibility varies widely by program.

Can nonprofits and farmers both apply for ag grants?

Yes. Many USDA programs are open to farmers and ranchers, while others target nonprofits, universities, tribes, and government agencies, and some encourage partnerships among them. Reviewing each program's eligibility carefully matters, since a grant aimed at producers differs from one aimed at organizations serving them. Partnerships can broaden access to programs an applicant could not pursue alone.

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