Farm to School Service Provider Grant
Forecasted
Farm to School Service Provider Grant supports Vermont nonprofits helping multiple schools and early childhood programs start or expand farm to school activities through technical assistance, training, and resources.
Funder: Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000–$40,000 per award; up to 18 months
Summary: Supports Vermont nonprofits that help multiple schools or early childhood programs start or expand farm to school activities.
Key Information: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations located in Vermont.
Description
The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets runs this competitive grant to strengthen regional and statewide support for farm to school programs. It funds nonprofit organizations that help several schools or early childhood programs start or expand their activities, making support services more accessible across Vermont.
Supported services include technical assistance with local food procurement, meal programs, curriculum integration, school gardens, and nutrition education. Projects may also provide coaching, trainings, workshops, professional development, or the development, maintenance, and sharing of farm to school resources.
