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Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) Additional Assistance for Limited Resource Applicants is sponsored by California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). This component of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program is specifically designed to provide a process for small and/or limited resource applicant organizations to participate and successfully implement their SCBGP projects.
Participants in this program will receive ongoing technical assistance to develop an application. The 2026 Request for Concept Proposals for this program is anticipated to be released in November 2025.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations supporting low-resource California farmers and communities, and small and/or limited resource applicant organizations. Eligibility requirements differ from the conventional SCBGP. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $100,000 - $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) Additional Assistance for Limited Resource Applicants is funded by California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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2027 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program is sponsored by California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting concept proposals for its 2027 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). This program funds projects that enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops, supporting all sectors of the industry and improving performance in various markets. Projects should address a clear industry need and demonstrate broad benefit to California specialty crops. Funding areas include market enhancement, access, education, training, and research. An additional assistance program for limited resource applicants will open in November 2026.
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