New York Agriculture Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local entities in New York State for projects that protect viable farmland from development and promote agricultural conservation efforts.

This funding initiative provides financial support to counties, municipalities, and conservation organizations in New York to acquire agricultural conservation easements and protect viable farmland from being converted to non-farm uses.

This grant provides financial support for environmental stewardship projects in the Adirondack Park, targeting individuals and nonprofit organizations, including schools, that focus on conservation, habitat restoration, and community-based environmental education.

This program provides free energy audits to eligible farms in New York to help them identify ways to save on energy costs and improve efficiency.

This program provides financial support to new farmers in New York State to help them establish and grow sustainable agricultural businesses.

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help CAFO-permitted farmers improve manure management practices, reduce methane emissions, and enhance nutrient conservation.

This program provides free soil testing services to food-producing community gardens in New York State, helping gardeners ensure their soil is safe and healthy for growing produce.

This grant provides funding to private landowners and nonprofit organizations in rural New York to restore and regenerate forestlands through various forestry practices, with a focus on supporting underserved communities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations, educational institutions, and municipal entities in New York to develop and enhance workforce training programs in agriculture and food systems, addressing labor shortages and preparing individuals for careers in these industries.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to private property owners in New York City for installing green roofs to help manage stormwater runoff.

This grant provides matching funds to small and medium-sized farms in New York State for safety improvements and repairs to reduce injuries and enhance workplace safety.

This grant provides financial support to private landowners, non-profits, and Indian Nations in rural New York to promote forest regeneration and health through sustainable management practices.

This funding initiative provides financial support to New York State Soil and Water Conservation Districts for protecting public drinking water sources by establishing conservation easements and vegetated buffers on agricultural lands.

This program provides funding to New York State agricultural producers who meet food safety and environmental standards, helping them promote their products and increase sales.

This funding initiative provides financial support for projects that enhance the agricultural, forestry, and commercial fishing industries in the Northeast, focusing on education, marketing, and leadership development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to agricultural businesses in New York State for improving food and fiber processing infrastructure, with a focus on local sourcing and sustainability.

The Summer Meals Capacity-Building Mini-Grants program, funded by the Rochester Area Community Foundation, aims to significantly increase the number of children and youth in the City of Rochester who receive summer meals, as well as extend the duration of meal service. This program directly aligns with the foundation's mission by addressing critical community needs, specifically food insecurity among youth in a designated high-need area. The federally funded Summer Meals program (Summer Food Service Program) ensures that children 18 and under, particularly those near schools with high free and reduced meal eligibility rates, continue to receive nutritious food when school is not in session. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are children and youth aged 18 and under within the City of Rochester, a city designated as a high-need area. The program specifically targets those who would otherwise lack access to consistent meals during the summer months. The impact goals are to enhance the capacity of Summer Meals sites to serve more children and to offer meals for a greater number of days. By providing essential nourishment, the program contributes to the overall well-being and health of Rochester's youth, helping to mitigate the "summer slide" in nutrition and academic readiness. The program prioritizes several key areas to achieve its goals. This includes supporting the hiring of a Summer Meals Volunteer Coordinator or supplemental staff to boost site capacity. It also focuses on one-time capital purchases such as tables, chairs, coolers, and other refrigeration/dining equipment to expand service capabilities. Furthermore, the grant encourages one-time capital purchases of equipment or supplies that promote physical activity and fun, thereby enticing more youth to participate and increasing the overall reach of the program. The expected outcomes and measurable results include an increase in the total number of children and youth served by the Summer Meals program and an expansion in the number of days meals are provided. While specific quantitative targets are not detailed, the grant's focus on capacity building inherently aims for a measurable increase in program reach and service duration. The funding information indicates grants of up to $15,000, which will facilitate these capacity-building efforts. The eligibility criteria emphasize partnerships with existing Summer Meals sponsors (City of Rochester, Rochester City School District, or Foodlink) or organizations with LEA status, ensuring alignment with established food service networks. The foundation's strategic priorities are evident in its commitment to addressing equity and supporting youth in the community, with a clear theory of change that by strengthening the infrastructure and staffing of summer meal programs, more children will have access to vital food resources.

This program provides funding to Soil and Water Conservation Districts to help farms manage nutrient runoff and reduce methane emissions through various conservation practices.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to K-12 schools and nonprofit organizations in New York to increase the use of locally sourced agricultural products in school meal programs, promoting better nutrition and agricultural education for students.

This funding opportunity provides $10,000 to agricultural and horticultural organizations, as well as county extension service associations, to enhance advertising, promotion, and educational efforts for annual fairs and expositions, ultimately boosting public engagement and awareness of agriculture and domestic arts.