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Agricultural Workforce Development Program is a grant from the Colorado Department of Agriculture that funds farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses in Colorado to support workforce training, recruitment, and retention in the agricultural sector. The program provides resources to help agricultural operations build and maintain skilled workforces through education, training, and technical assistance.
Eligible applicants are farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses operating in Colorado. Award amounts vary based on workforce development needs and available program funding each cycle.
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Agricultural Workforce Development Program (AWDP) – Park County Extension Colorado State University Visit our Colorado State Extension office for more news, tools and resources. /images/mobile-icon.
png" alt="Contact Info" /> --> The Park County Extension office works in cooperation with county, town and volunteer initiatives to provide community education and assistance in five main areas: Agriculture, Horticulture, Family and Consumer Science, Natural Resources and 4-H Youth Programs.
Parliamentary Procedure for 4-H Prospective 4-H Volunteers Family & Consumer Science Certified Master Gardener FAQS Master Gardener Application Seedling Guides and Resources Agricultural Workforce Development Program (AWDP) Building Colorado’s Ag Future: Workforce Development Program Supports Internships for Ag Businesses The Agricultural Workforce Development Program helps Colorado’s farms, ranches, and ag-based businesses connect with and train the next wave of agricultural professionals.
Launched through legislation introduced by the Young and Beginning Farmers Interim Study Committee during the 2018 session of the Colorado General Assembly , this program is a forward-thinking investment in both Colorado’s agricultural economy and its emerging workforce. The Agricultural Workforce Development Program is designed to provide financial support to agricultural businesses that host interns for hands-on, real-world training.
Participating businesses can apply for up to three internships each year and receive reimbursement for up to 50% of the intern’s actual employment costs , with a maximum of $5,000 per intern . By supporting both businesses and interns, the AWDP strengthens the backbone of Colorado’s agricultural economy—and sows the seeds for a thriving future. For more information on how to apply for the program, visit: https://ag.
colorado. gov/markets/markets-funding/agricultural-workforce-development-program Read a success story from Boulder, CO here: https://ag. colorado.
gov/blog-post/grama-grass-livestock-a-grant-story Colorado State University Extension is an equal opportunity provider. | Colorado State University Extension es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. Colorado State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations.
| Colorado State University no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad y se compromete a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables. CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension ensures meaningful access and equal opportunities to participate to individuals whose first language is not English.
| Office of Engagement and Extension de CSU garantiza acceso significativo e igualdad de oportunidades para participar a las personas quienes su primer idioma no es el inglés. An equal access and equal opportunity University. https://col.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses in Colorado. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Agricultural Workforce Development Program is funded by Colorado Department of Agriculture. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Colorado. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
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