Land Access Grants

Geographic Scope: Midwest United States

Focus Areas:

• Equitable land access for socially disadvantaged farmers
• Support for underrepresented farmers in agriculture
• Land purchases and acquisition
• Infrastructure improvements
• Implementation of regenerative practices
• Food sovereignty and agroecology
• Immigrant and BIPOC-led farming operations
• Indigenous regenerative agricultural practices

Target Populations:

• Socially disadvantaged farmers
• Underrepresented farmers
• BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) farmers
• Immigrant farmers
• Farmers overcoming barriers to land access

Recent Recipients (2024):

• Salvatierra Farm: Indigenous understanding of regenerative agriculture; opportunities for immigrant farmers in regenerative poultry production
• Locavore Farm: Regenerative practices and community-focused dining experiences connecting local food systems with environmental stewardship
• Black Winds Farm: Reclaiming land for food sovereignty; creating opportunities for Black farmers and promoting agroecology
• Little Farm by the Sea: Sustainable farming blended with coastal conservation; protecting natural habitats

Grant Purpose:
Bridge financial barriers to land access and enable:

• Land purchases
• Infrastructure development
• Implementation of regenerative practices
• Building of vibrant, sustainable farming operations

Philosophy:
Healing Soils Foundation believes land access is essential for:

• Fostering a thriving, diverse, regenerative agricultural future
• Nurturing the next generation of stewards
• Diversifying the agricultural landscape
• Restoring degraded ecosystems
• Building a more inclusive food system

How to Apply

Specific application procedures and deadlines were not provided in available materials. Prospective applicants should:

1. Contact the Foundation Directly:
   • Email: info@healingsoilsfoundation.org
   • Phone/Website: Visit healingsoils.org
   • Address: 1720 W Division St., Chicago IL 60622
2. Inquire About:
   • Current application rounds
   • Eligibility documentation requirements
   • Application timeline and deadlines
   • Grant amounts and award ranges
   • Specific focus areas prioritized in current round

Note: The foundation should be contacted directly for current application details, as specific procedures were not outlined in available materials.