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The Good Farm Fund Farm Grant Program is a grant from the Good Farm Fund that funds capacity-building projects on small commercial food farms and ranches in Mendocino and Lake Counties, California. The program supports economic development and food security by helping farms maximize local food production and provide affordable food to underserved community members.
Grants are distributed in three tiers: Tier 1 (up to $3,000), Tier 2 ($3,000–$5,000), and Tier 3 multi-farm collaborative grants ($5,000–$10,000). Eligible applicants must own or have decision-making authority over a commercial food farm or ranch in Mendocino or Lake County with at least one year of operating experience. Applications open annually in February; 2026 applications closed March 20, 2026.
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Farm Grant Program – Good Farm Fund Si usted necesita ayuda en español, envíe un correo electrónico a goodfarmfund@gmail. com The Farm Grant Program supports economic development and food security in Mendocino and Lake Counties by funding capacity-building projects on small farms. When small farms are successful the result is a strong local food system and a resilient agricultural community.
Strong grant candidates maximize food production for local consumption and prioritize providing affordable food for underserved members of our community. Applications for the 2026 Farm Grant closed at 5pm PST on Friday, March 20th, 2026. Awardees will be announced the first week of April.
2026 FARM GRANT APPLICATION GUIDELINES The Good Farm Fund distributes grants to local food farms and ranches, who apply for grants in three tiers: Tier 1: up to $3,000 (most are in this range) Tier 2: $3,000 – $5,000 (several will be in this range) Tier 3: Multi-Farm Applications: $5,000 – $10,000. (One or two will be in this range.)
The Good Farm Fund will consider proposals up to $10,000 for collaborative projects submitted by two or more farms that are intended to provide a wider community benefit and/or serve multiple agricultural providers. Applications are accepted via google form, typically published in February of each year. When the 2027 grant application opens, the link will be published on our website.
Grant recipients are determined by the Farm Grant Committee, a group comprised of experienced local farmers from Mendocino or Lake County, local food security advocates, and community members committed to food security. Any committee member who has an economic interest or tie to an applicant recuses themselves for that application decision (occasional purchasing does not apply).
Own or have decision-making power in their farm or ranch operations. Provide a Certified Producers Certificate, or other proof of business Have owned and/or managed a commercial food farm/ranch operation for at least one year in Mendocino or Lake County. Farm : The farm or ranch for which the money will be used must have a foundation of commercial food production, and all grant funding must be applied 100% to agricultural production.
Land : Applicants are not required to own land or machinery to apply. They should, however, show a dedication to farming and/or a contribution to the Mendocino and Lake County food system and have a written agreement establishing ongoing access to the property where the grant project will be implemented. Crops : Grant money may not be used to purchase and/or propagate genetically engineered crops.
Grant Recipients : As a grant recipient, you will be expected to document your project including providing receipts for major purchases (if requested), proving photos, and tracking and reporting on the outcome and achievement of your project in a brief final report. Grant recipients may also be asked to present publicly about their project.
Photographs and descriptions of completed projects may be featured on the Good Farm Fund website and in marketing materials produced by Good Farm Fund or its sponsors. These capacity-building grants are designed for small to mid-sized fruit, vegetable, seed, and livestock farmers in Lake and Mendocino Counties who have been farming as a business for more than 1 year.
Good Farm Fund does not fund flower farms, hobby farms, farm tourism, non-profit organizations, or value-added businesses such as bakeries. The farm grant is intended to provide one-time funding to capacity building projects that will increase access to local food in our communities, we do not fund operating costs.
Applications will be graded by the committee on a 100-point scale: NOTE: IF YOU RECEIVED A GRANT IN 2025, YOU ARE NOT PERMITTED TO APPLY IN 2026, WE’LL SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!
Quality and Impact of Proposed Project Strongest applications will increase the capacity and/or efficiency of the farm business and/or an improved ability to support a farming livelihood, demonstrating one or more of the following: increased annual revenue, decreased inputs such as time or labor, increased food production, increased financial stability.
Will the project create or expand a local food access point or significantly enrich a local market? Will the project meaningfully increase the local food supply? Does the project increase food access for underserved populations including (but not limited to) low-income, local tribes, senior citizens, undocumented community members, or children?
Does the project enrich our local farming community through increased education/awareness of local food or sustainable farming practices? Farming Experience and Professional References Applicant meets the requirements described in these guidelines. Longevity in farming will be considered.
Provides at least two relevant references with their contact information. Description of Project, Goals, and Timeline Clear and detailed descriptions are provided. The application is completed in full and easy to understand.
The proposed budget is realistic, thorough, and includes estimates. Application published (2026 grant cycle opens) March 20th, 2026 5:00 PM PST Grant recipients notified by phone/email first week of April, 2026 Award celebration / distribution of checks Ridgewood Ranch Dining Hall
Key questions and narrative sections extracted from the solicitation.
Describe the project and how it will increase food production or local food access.
Demonstrate farming experience and business documentation.
Provide a clear budget for the requested grant funds.
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Must own or have decision-making authority over a commercial food farm/ranch in Mendocino or Lake County, CA with at least one year of operating experience; 2025 recipients are ineligible. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Tier 1: up to $3,000; Tier 2: $3,000–$5,000; Tier 3: $5,000–$10,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 20, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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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.