Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers (2501 Program)
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- OPPE-019
- Agency
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Department of Agriculture
- Applications due
- Award size
- $250,000 to $750,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Agriculture
- Eligible applicants
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- Higher Education Inst. (Private)
- Non-501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- 501(c)(3) Nonprofits
- Tribal Governments (Federally Recognized)
- Higher Education Inst. (Public)
- Tribal Organizations (Not Federally Recognized)
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is soliciting applications for the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers (2501 Program) grant. The program aims to encourage and assist underserved and veteran farmers and ranchers in owning and operating farms and ranches, and in participating equitably in USDA programs. Eligible applicants include community-based and non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribal entities that have at least 3 years of documented experience working with these target groups. Proposals must address at least 2 of the 5 program mission areas and include plans for evaluating outputs, outcomes, and performance measures. The application deadline is July 5, 2024, and submissions must be made via Grants.gov.
The total available funding for FY 2024 is approximately $22.3 million, with individual awards capped at $750,000 over 3 years ($250,000 per year maximum). The CFDA number for this program is 10.443.
Synopsis
This notice announces the availability of funds for fiscal year (FY) 2024 and solicits applications from community-based and non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribal entities to compete for financial assistance through the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (hereinafter referred to as the "2501 Program"). The term veteran, as used in this program, refers to military veterans.
The overall goal of the 2501 Program is to encourage and assist underserved farmers and ranchers, military veteran farmers and ranchers, and beginning farmers and ranchers with owning and operating farms and ranches and in participating equitably in the full range of agricultural, forestry, and related programs offered by USDA. It also includes projects that develop underserved youths' interest in agriculture. In partnership with the OPPE, eligible entities may compete for funding on projects that provide education and training in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, agricultural-related services, and USDA programs, and to conduct outreach initiatives designed to accomplish those goals. This partnership includes working closely with OPPE, attend OPPE-led events in your proposed service territory, and collaborate with USDA Service Centers located in your state (Farm Service Agency, Natural Resources Conservation Service, and Rural Development).
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| FY2024 2501 NOFO final.pdf |
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