Agriculture Program
This grant funds collaborative, science-driven projects to reduce agricultural impacts on Chesapeake Bay water quality, focusing on nutrient management and conservation partnerships.
Funder: C. E. and S. Foundation
Due Dates: January 23, 2026 (Cycle 1, closed) | July 31, 2026 (Cycle 2, open)
Funding Amounts: Unsolicited grants up to $25,000 for 12 months; most recent awards ranged from $1,000–$25,000.
Summary: Supports collaborative, innovative efforts to reduce agriculture’s impact on Chesapeake Bay water quality, focusing on nutrient management and conservation partnerships.
Key Information: Only organizations that have never received a Campbell Foundation grant are eligible for unsolicited grants.
Description
The Agriculture Program, funded by the C. E. and S. Foundation (operating as The Campbell Foundation), focuses on reducing the impact of agriculture on water quality in the Chesapeake Bay region. The program supports innovative, collaborative conservation projects that address issues such as manure and fertilizer application, nutrient management (nitrogen and phosphorus), and sediment reduction. The Foundation seeks to foster cooperation among industrial agriculture, small farmers, community organizations, and government agencies, supporting solutions that benefit both agricultural stakeholders and the health of the Bay. The geographic priority is the Chesapeake Bay watershed, especially Delmarva and Lancaster County, PA.
