Amount: $2,500
Deadline: Varies (typically November)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: No
About
This fund supports aspiring and transitioning organic farmers. It provides financial assistance for education, training, and farm development to foster the organic agriculture movement.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 2.5+
- Actively engaged in or planning to pursue organic farming.
Required Materials
- Application form
- Essay/Statement of intent
- Letters of recommendation
- Farm plan (if applicable)
Timeline
Applications open in September. Deadline in November. Winners notified in Spring.
Tips
Clearly outline your commitment to organic farming and your plans for an organic farm operation. Highlight any practical experience or training you've received.