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ActiveU.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) · 2026

USDA People's Garden Initiative

Quick Facts

Agency: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Funding: Varies
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions.

About This Grant

USDA People's Garden Initiative is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Encourages the creation of community gardens that produce local food, practice sustainability, and bring people together.

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Farm Service Agency U.S. Department of Agriculture * Resources Toggle sub menu for Resources * * Loans Toggle sub menu for Loans * Climate-Smart Agriculture and Farm Loan Programs * Farm Storage Facility Loan (FSFL) Program * Highly Fractionated Indian Land Loan Program (HFIL) * Indian Tribal Land Acquisition Loan Program * Loan Deficiency Payments (LDP) * Marketing Assistance Loans (MAL) * Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP 2024) * * Conservation Toggle sub menu for Conservation * Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) * Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) * Farmable Wetlands Program (FWP) * Transition Incentives Program * Water-Saving Commodities (WSC) Program * * Disaster Recovery Toggle sub menu for Disaster Recovery * 2023/2024 Supplemental Disaster Assistance * Disaster Set-Aside Program (DSA) * Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish (ELAP) * Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) * Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP) * Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) * Emergency Relief Program (ERP) * Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) * Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) * Milk Loss Program (MLP) * Noninsured Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) * On-Farm Stored Commodity Loss Program (OFSCLP) * Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) * Tree Assistance Program (TAP) * * Income Support Toggle sub menu for Income Support * Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) & Price Loss Coverage (PLC) * Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers (ASCF) Program * Dairy Indemnity Payment Program (DIPP) * Dairy Margin Coverage Program (DMC) * Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) * Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program * Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC) * Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP) * Reimbursement Transportation Cost Payment (RTCP) * * General Programs Toggle sub menu for General Programs * Certified Mediation Program (CMP) * Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Grant Program * Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops (FSCSC) Program * * Outreach & Education Toggle sub menu for Outreach & Education * Partner Organization Resources * State Outreach Coordinators * * Price Support Toggle sub menu for Price Support * Loan Deficiency Payments * Posted County Price Rates * * Economic and Policy Analysis Toggle sub menu for Economic and Policy Analysis * Commodity Loan Activity Reports * Wool and Mohair Reports * Financial Management Information * * Initiatives Toggle sub menu for Initiatives * Acreage Crop Reporting Streamlining Initiative (ACRSI) * Tools Toggle sub menu for Tools * * Decision-Making Toggle sub menu for Decision-Making * Emergency Livestock, Honey Bees, Fish * * Online Services Toggle sub menu for Online Services * * Informational Toggle sub menu for Informational * Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) * News & Events Toggle sub menu for News & Events * * Laws and Regulations Toggle sub menu for Laws and Regulations * Federal Register Notices * Federal Register Publications & Related Documents * Careers Toggle sub menu for Careers # $1 Million in Funding Available for People’s Gardens [](https://www.

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fsa. usda. gov/news-events/news/11-13-2024/1-million-funding-available-peoples-gardens# "Copy link") Approximately $1 million in funding is available from thePeople’s Garden Initiativethrough USDA’s Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production, in partnership with The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s (NFWF) 2025 Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration program.

The program will fund projects that support community-based gardens promoting sustainable agriculture practices that benefit people and wildlife. Applications will be accepted until January 30, 2025. Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal Governments and Organizations and educational institutions.

Ineligible applicants include unincorporated individuals, businesses, international organizations, state agencies and U.S. Federal government agencies. Project must meet the People’s Garden criteria: * **Join**the People’s Garden community by registering a garden atusda.

gov/peoples-garden * **Grow**the garden using sustainable practices that benefit people and wildlife * **Teach**about gardening and resilient, local food systems Priority will be given to projects that * Educate and train local citizens, build diverse partnerships, foster local food systems and provide other socio-economic benefits * Provide measurable ecological, educational and community benefits * Support the conservation of fish, wildlife, and habitat, especially at-risk species including migratory birds and pollinators This funding is available nationally, but special preference will be given to projects in priority cities including Little Rock.

For more information and instructions on how to apply, please see theRequest for Proposals. For more information about the People’s Garden Initiative please visitThe People’s Garden website. ## For Farmers and Ranchers * Find Loans and Other Programs Stay up to date on the latest from FSA * Non-Discrimination Statement

Eligibility Requirements

Nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for USDA People's Garden Initiative?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations, local governments, and educational institutions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

Who funds USDA People's Garden Initiative?

USDA People's Garden Initiative is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for USDA People's Garden Initiative?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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