Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (UAIP) Competitive Grants Program
ID: 352256Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA-NRCS)

Award Range

$75K - $350K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352256
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Feb 9, 2024 12:00 AM
  4. 4
    Due Apr 9, 2024 12:00 AM
Description

The Natural Resources Conservation Service is offering grants through the Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (UAIP) Competitive Grants Program. These grants aim to support the development of urban agriculture and innovative production. The funding will be used for planning and implementation activities that benefit farmers, gardeners, citizens, government officials, schools, tribal communities, and other stakeholders in areas with limited access to fresh foods. The grants will also support the acceleration of existing and emerging models of urban and innovative agricultural practices. The estimated total program funding is $6,100,000, with individual awards ranging from $75,000 to $350,000. The application deadline is April 9, 2024, and selections are expected to be made by June 30, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit the Grants.gov website.

Point(s) of Contact
jose.berna@usda.gov
Files
Title
Posted
NOFO0001336 FINAL_USDA-NRCS-NHQ-UAIP-24.pdf
4/10/2024
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