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On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program is a Maryland Department of Agriculture initiative, established by the Maryland legislature, that will award grants to eligible agricultural entities for developing and implementing on-farm organics recycling, compost use, wasted food prevention, and food rescue programs. The program is funded at $250,000 annually through the Governor's budget.
Eligible applicants are farmers and agricultural entities operating in Maryland. The program launches beginning July 1, 2028, with annual reporting required from the Department starting December 31, 2028.
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Click to add bill to MyMGA list On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program - Established Senators Hester and Hettleman In the Senate - Returned Passed Fiscal and Policy Note (Revised) Establishing, beginning July 1, 2028, the On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program in the Department of Agriculture to award grants to eligible entities to develop and implement on-farm organics recycling, compost use, wasted food prevention, and food rescue; requiring the Governor to include in the annual budget bill an appropriation of $250,000 for the program; and requiring the Department, beginning December 31, 2028, to annually report to the General Assembly on the impact of the grant program.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Farmers and agricultural entities in Maryland. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $250,000 annually. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program are due July 1, 2028. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program is funded by Maryland Department of Agriculture. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Maryland. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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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.
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