Grant Opportunity: Food Security. Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Grant Program. Applications must be submitted through grants.gov and received by Friday, July 5, 2024

 

Outreach for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Grant Program   For more than 30 years, and in partnership with organizations nationwide, the 2501 Program has helped reach underserved farmers and ranchers. The 2014 Farm Bill expanded the program to include assistance to veteran farmers and ranchers. The 2018 Farm Bill increased mandatory funding for the program through fiscal year 2024. With 2501 funding, organizations conduct education, training, farming demonstrations, and conferences on farming and agribusiness.   Since 2010, the 2501 Program has continued to increase access to USDA’s programs and services and awarded 615 grants totaling more than $194 million. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, community-based organizations, and a range of higher education institutions.   Applications must be submitted through grants.gov and received by Friday, July 5, 2024. Visit the 2501 Program page for more information on the 2501 funding opportunity.

 

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