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Increasing Land, Capital and Market Access Program (reinstated portions) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This USDA program funds locally-led projects that help historically underserved farmers and ranchers, including Black, Indigenous, veteran, and immigrant farmers, as well as first-time producers, access land, capital, and markets.
A federal court order has reinstated nearly half of the awards after previous cuts.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations and other entities leading locally-led projects that help historically underserved farmers and ranchers, including immigrant farmers. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows approximately $300 million program total (reinstated portions). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Increasing Land, Capital and Market Access Program (reinstated portions) is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant Program is a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that funds rural job creation and economic development projects through local utility organizations. USDA provides zero-interest loans up to $1 million to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) electric and telecommunications borrowers, which they pass through to local businesses and community projects. Grants up to $300,000 are available to establish Revolving Loan Funds for ongoing rural lending. Eligible uses include community development assistance, facilities and equipment for education and medical care, and start-up venture costs. A 20% match is required for grants. Eligible applicants are current or former RUS electric or telecommunication borrowers and not-for-profit utilities eligible under the Rural Electrification Act.
Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program – Produce Prescription (GusNIP-PPR) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). This program provides funding for projects where healthcare providers prescribe fresh fruits and vegetables to patients. Patients then redeem these prescriptions for free or discounted produce.
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