We have compiled a comprehensive list of Grant Writing Tips from various sources. Topics covered include: Start Early Carefully Read the Request for Proposals Ask Yourself: Is this Grant Right for Your Farm? Ask Clarifying Questions of the Grant Manager Seek Funding for Timely Projects Create an Outline Write Create the Budget Edit Create Your…
read moreFriends of Family Farmers has compiled a list of Oregon statewide and SW Washington resources for food access due to the Federal government delaying SNAP benefits starting November 1, 2025. If you have suggestions for additions please email: info@friendsoffamilyfarmers.org
read moreMany federal, state and foundation grants require a match. Although the percent match required for each grant may vary (25, 40, 50, 100 %), many of the rules governing what can be counted as a match are consistent. This guidance is an attempt to identify some of the basics for tracking matching funds or in-kind…
read moreEligibility: FACT encourages projects from pasture-based farms interested in the adoption of alternative breeds or developing co-operatives with other pasture-based farmers and confinement operations looking to convert to pasture-based systems. Region: Nation wide Notes: Fund-a-Farmer grants are very competitive, as such, each farm or individual can only be awarded a grant once every 2 years.…
read morePlease click on the LEARN MORE button below to see a CALF Grants at a Glance spreadsheet with all of the grants we are tracking in one list. As of November 2025, upcoming USDA grant timelines are opaque. We will keep this list as current as we are able.
read moreEligibility: Grant applicants must be a tribe, watershed council, soil and water conservation district, not-for-profit institution, school, community college, Oregon State institution of higher education, independent not-for-profit institution of higher education, or political subdivision of this state that is not a state agency. A state or federal agency may apply for funding only as a…
read moreBuild Your Small Farm Business Skills with Free, On-Demand Training from Business Impact NW. Business Impact NW's mission is to provide coaching, classes, and access to capital for all, serving Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, & Washington rural and greater metro areas. Click on this link, then filter by "Food and Farm Businesses" to see the…
read moreEligibility: Eligible food businesses and retailers can apply for one or both of the planning grant and /or low interest loan with grant. Project eligibility is based on your business type (food retailer or business) and how your project increases access to healthy foods in low access communities. Please use this
read moreThese online courses are offered through the OSU Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) program. They are on demand and accessible anytime. Business planning classes include: Developing a Successful Agritourism Business in Oregon
read moreSustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Outreach has created a video series "Practical Tips for Beginning Farmers." Based on their own experiences when starting out, farmers from across the country share advice about common challenges facing beginning farmers in today's agriculture.
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