Funding Opportunities
Value-Added Producer Grant
The Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program helps U.S. agricultural producers enter into value-added activities that:
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Generate new products from raw agricultural commodities
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Create and expand marketing opportunities
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Increase producer income through enhanced product value and market reach
These grants support either:
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Planning activities (e.g., feasibility studies, business and marketing plans)
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Working capital needs (e.g., processing, packaging, advertising, inventory, and salaries)
Maximum Grant Amounts:
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Planning Grants: Up to $50,000
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Working Capital Grants: Up to $200,000
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Matching Requirement: 1:1 match
Applications due 1 pm ET, April 22, 2026
Hometown Proud Grant
-$50,000 per winning nonprofit ($25,000 cash + $25,000 equipment voucher)
-Your local Kubota dealer as your partner — hands-on local equipment support
-National recognition — winners celebrated through local & national media
-Real community impact — the resources to bring your vision to life
Applications Due May 7, 2026
The Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge
national business competition that showcases U.S. startups developing innovative solutions that address challenges facing America’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities. The overall winner of the competition will receive $100,000 in startup funds, the runner-up will be awarded $25,000 and two additional business owners who advance to the final four round will receive $10,000.
Applications Due June 5, 2026
For Farmer's Movement Grants and Nominations
The For Farmers Movement awards grants to small and mid-sized American farmers to support needs defined by the farmers themselves. Grants are $10K or less and nominations and applications open in mid-2026
Maki foundation grant
1K - 5k Application for wilderness and wildlands protection, river and wetlands conservation, biological diversity conservation, or public lands management
Due April 30, 2026
Rooted Farmers: Rooted Grants for Food/Producer Hubs in transition
Need-based fee forgiveness of up to 90% on both Rooted subscription and transaction fees for minimum one year
Due Feb 1, 2026
2026-2027 Child Health Funding Proposal Request for Applications
The Child Health Program seeks applications from community-based organizations for programs and services that align with the following Title V National Performance Measure (NPM). The purpose of this funding is to support community-led initiatives that increase food sufficiency among Wyoming families with children ages 0 through 18. Projects funded under this opportunity should align with the NPM for food sufficiency and contribute to improving access to nutritious foods, reducing barriers to food access, and promoting sustainable communities.
Applications Due April 30, 2026
Natoora Farm Fund Grants/Nominations
2025 -2026 Farm Fund grants are open to growers aged 35 or under who are based in the USA, UK, Australia, and Europe, who are committed to an agroecological philosophy and practice.
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$30,000 Transformation Grant requires a fully fledged business case and statement of intent.
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$8,000 or $15,000 grants, complete application form. ensure your answers demonstrate that the use of the funds has been carefully planned and costed, and that the funding will deliver tangible, meaningful impact.
Applications due May 31, 2026
Good Meat Project Butcher Learning Stipend
Good Meat Project is offering up to $250 in financial support for anyone serious about learning or honing their butchery skills. You choose the butchery class or workshop, and we’ll help cover the registration cost.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Note: This is a reimbursement program. Participants pay the workshop registration fee first, then GMP reimburses up to $250 for qualifying costs.
Funding Resources for Food Businesses
Includes Regional, State, and national resources for un- or under-funded food and agricultural businesses, Including USDA, epa, Small business Administration, and other lines of credit and granting agencies
SNAP Equipment Grant
one free bluetooth SNAP EBT card Reader and one year subscription to processing app. Rolling application for Direct Marketing Farmers and Farmers’ Markets are eligible for the grant-funded equipment.
Past Funding Opportunities
veteran farmer of excellence award
Patrick Leahy Farm to School Program
Collaborators
Many Wyoming organizations support local foods and have funding opportunities and other resources for Wyoming producers and other local foods stakeholders.
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