How much funding does Microgrants for Farmers provide?

Microgrants for Farmers provides Up to $1,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Microgrants for Farmers?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around November.

Who is eligible for Microgrants for Farmers?

Eligible applicants: Northfield, Minnesota area (Dakota and Rice Counties).

How often is Microgrants for Farmers offered?

Microgrants for Farmers runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected November 13, 2026.

Microgrants for Farmers

Sharing Our Roots

Foundation Annual Agriculture Grants Small Grants for Nonprofits

Funding Amount

Up to $1,000

Deadline

Expected ~November

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: November 13, 2026
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: November

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Northfield, Minnesota area (Dakota and Rice Counties)

Other requirements

Must be a member of the Sharing Our Roots Commons Cohort
Limited to farmers in the cohort program
Farm must maintain certified organic status
All inputs (seed, fertilizer, compost) must be organic

Overview

Farmers receive $1,000 per farm operation annually, freely given.

Geographic Scope

Northfield, Minnesota area (Dakota and Rice Counties)

Eligibility

Limited to farmers in the cohort program

Focus Areas

Grants support various farm operation needs, including:

Organic seeds
Irrigation supplies
Landscape fabric
Transportation costs
Childcare
Labor costs
Drip-irrigation system expansion

Requirements

Farm must maintain certified organic status
All inputs (seed, fertilizer, compost) must be organic
Submission of simple application outlining fund use and expected impact

Program Details

Award is freely given (no repayment required)
Funds help offset early season costs
Popular uses include irrigation system upgrades
Program designed to help farmers manage organic certification costs

Contact Information

Address: 4905 315th St. W, Northfield, MN 55057
Farm Phone: (507) 323-5587
Office Phone: (507) 323-5588

Organization Background

501(c)3 non-profit organization
Community-supported through donations
Serves immigrant, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ farmers
Operates certified organic farm with shared infrastructure

How to Apply

Application Process

Submit Simple Application - Complete a straightforward form that includes:
- Outline of how funds will be used
- Expected impact on farm operation success
Contact Information
- Reach out to Farmer Cohort Facilitator: lucia@sharing-our-roots.org
- Phone: (507) 323-5587 (Farm) or (507) 323-5588 (Office)

Required Materials

Description of proposed fund use
Expected impact statement
Farm operation information (if not already in cohort records)

Application Format

Simple application (format not specified in detail)
Submission method not explicitly detailed in provided content

Timeline

Submissions appear to be rolling/ongoing during operating season
Applications considered on an as-needed basis to address seasonal needs

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What Sharing Our Roots actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2020 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2020: 2
Total given: $90K
Median grant: $45K
Range: $25K–$65K

By dollars: Minnesota 100%. Top recipient cities: Chaska, MN; Minneapolis, MN.

Example grants

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Foundation · Chaska, MN

To help primarily people of color develop and sustain profitable poultry, fruit and…

$65K
Appetite for Change Inc · Minneapolis, MN

To help primarily people of color develop and sustain profitable poultry, fruit and…

$25K