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Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council Minnesota Agricultural Education Leadership Council Agricultural Education Internship MN Association of Agricultural Educators Southern MN Center of Agriculture Southwest MN State University - Ag Ed U of MN, Crookston - Ag Ed U of MN, Twin Cities – Ag Ed Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources This grant program is currently closed. Check back in October, 2025!
MAELC will award grants to support programming for agriculture, food and natural resources education (AFNR) education at the K-12 and post-secondary levels. Priority will be given to school-based agricultural education and post-secondary programs, or for projects connected to school districts or colleges/universities.
The Minnesota Legislature provides this funding through the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) to be administered by MAELC. Applications are due April 15, 2026 . Carefully read the MAELC Education Grant - Request for Proposal (2025-2026) for eligibility and requirements.
To submit your application, apply online .
Grant projects should address at least one of the strategies within the following MAELC goal areas: MAELC Goal #1: Increase STUDENT access, awareness and participation Implement new or expand current AFNR education programs that attract new and/or underserved groups Provide experiences that improve student engagement and broaden opportunities for applied learning in AFNR content, including middle school grades (5-8) Promote and offer AFNR career exploration programs that recruit and retain students for the future workforce MAELC Goal #2: Improve PROGRAMMING content, meeting facilities and equipment needs, and provide the best method of instruction to meet the needs of the AFNR industry Develop AFNR courses that provide opportunities for credit equivalency for high school graduation credit or concurrent enrollment for post-secondary credit Provide equipment and improve facilities to enhance student experience and instruction Develop and/or enhance AFNR curriculum and course delivery methods to provide students with opportunities to acquire leadership, career readiness and technical skills MAELC Goal #3: Recruit, retain, and support highly qualified INSTRUCTORS Implement recruitment strategies to encourage individuals to join the AFNR education profession Support career lifecycles of agricultural educators (e.g., pre-service, early, mid or late career), which can include programming for professional development, mentorship, and cohort opportunities Provide programming that retains and transitions instructors at the secondary, post-secondary and farm business management levels $250,000 is available over two grant periods.
Applicants may request between $1,500-$25,000 per project. The average award amount for the past three years is $8,900. A cash match is not required.
MAELC prefers not to sustain repeat projects. For general grant questions or help with the online application system, contact maelc@umn. edu or call (612) 624-6256.
Enhancing Agricultural Mechanics Learning Through Updated Tools and Supplies Two Schools, One Trailer: Expanding Meat Science Education Advancing the Benson AFNR Program Caledonia Area Public Schools Acquisition of a hydraulically powered Iron Worker for the Welding and Metal Fabrication AFNR program Cedar Mountain High School Dassel-Cokato High School Greenhouse Propagation Experience Models and Curriculum for Additional Animal Science Pathway Courses Granada Huntley East Chain High School Horticulture CASE Curriculum and Implementation Virtual Sparks, Real Skills: Welding Pathways for Hendricks Students Meat and Agricultural Processing Kasson Mantorville High School Wild Game Meat Processing Minnesota FFA Association MN FFA Technology Empowered Careers Conference Star Lab CNC Plasma Table Northern Lights Community School Hook, Line, & Sinker: Building Natural Resources Skills RTR PST Department Expansion Materials for Ag.
Engineering Class Tri City United Public Schools Addition of Hydroponic Education to AgExplore and AFNR University of MN - College of Food, Agricultural & Natural Resource Sciences AFNR ROCs: Connecting Teachers to AFNR Resources & Opportunities in their Backyards University of Minnesota - Dept.
of Soil, Water & Climate Expanding Soil Education Access Statewide Alexandria Area High School Floriculture - Blooming Talents Small Animal Vet Science CASE Implementation Farmamerica - MN Ag Interpretive Center Water Pathways: An Interactive Look at Farm Drainage Friends of Frog Tree Farm Rooted Futures: Culturally Grounded AFNR Pathways for Youth Heron Lake Okabena High School Crop Production Revitalization ISD 197 (West St.
Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Area Schools) Cultivating our Future: Natural Resources, Sustainability, and Food Systems Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton High School Providing Hands-On Taxidermy Experience Kasson Mantorville High School Hands-On Learning for All Students Metro Food Justice Network Youth Ambassadors Career Exploration Year AFNR Experiential Learning Opportunities Mountain Lake High School Foods Demonstration Table Meat Science/Food Chemistry Lab Update Engaging Natural Resources in the Community Integrated Sustainability & Learning Initiative United South Central High School University of Minnesota-Student Organic Farm UMN Student Organic Farm Promotion & CFANS Outreach Wadena-Deer Creek High School Bertha-Hewitt High School Food Preservation in the Kitchen Blooming Prairie High School Small Engines Implementation Climax-Shelly Public School Climax-Shelly Agricultural Education Department Overhaul Farmamerica - MN Ag Interpretive Center Expanding Access to Ag Education and Experiences at Farmamerica Growing Minds, Growing Greens: Hydroponics for Hendricks Lac qui Parle Valley High School Lake Park-Audubon High School Fishing for More: Updating Fish and Wildlife Curriculum MN State Southern Agricultural Center of Excellence Empowering AFNR Educators: Food Science and Safety in Action New London-Spicer High School Welding for all students with a welding simulator Small Gas Engine Reimplementation Program Westbrook Walnut Grove High School WWG Tech Campus Shop Updates Braham Metals Shop Upgrade Caledonia Area Public Schools Renewal of Arc Welding and Gas Welding Equipment Greenhouse Climate Control System Upgrade Little Falls Community Schools Plant System Pathway Expansion Automation in Agriculture Tri-City United - Le Center & Montgomery K-8 Implementation of AFNR and Ag Explore United South Central High School Metal Fabrication Equipment Update University of Minnesota-Agricultural Education UMN Agricultural Mechanics Enhancement West Central Area Schools Meeting Community Needs Through Hydroponic Education Welding the Future: Expanding Access and Skills in AFNR Education MAELC is a 16-member legislative council that provides leadership to promote and expand agricultural education in Minnesota.
The state legislature, agricultural educators, and agriculture industry leaders are all represented on the council. Register for our e-newsletter to stay connected to recent and upcoming MAELC news, events, initiatives and more.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: School‑based AFNR programs, post‑secondary AFNR education, teacher preparation programs in Minnesota. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $1,500–$25,000 per project (total $250,000 available) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.