The PA Veteran Farming Network is seeking applications for its 2024 Force Multiplier Grant.
Donor Name: PA Veteran Farming Network
State: Pennsylvania
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 04/01/2024
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, this grant program recognizes honorably discharged veteran owner-operator farmers in Pennsylvania and supports them in expanding their farming operations to make them more profitable and sustainable.
Funding Information
Total project budget may not exceed $10,000.
Eligible Projects
- New on-farm projects only.
- Tangible improvement projects (equipment, supplies, signage).
Allowable Costs
Equipment, supplies, contracted labor necessary to complete the project as described in your application. Grant funds may not be used to pay labor costs for applicant, their family members, or employees.
Eligibility Criteria
- Honorably discharged U.S. military veterans who own and operate working, for-profit farms in Pennsylvania.
- Must reside in Pennsylvania.
- Veteran must be a 50% or more owner of the farm and must invest significant daily effort in farm operations.
Previous Force Multiplier grantees are eligible to apply; however, new applicants will receive priority.
For more information, visit PA Veteran Farming Network.