The Kentucky Proud Promotional Grant Program funds marketing and advertising efforts to boost sales and visibility of Kentucky-grown agricultural products through innovative, research-driven strategies.
Funder: Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Due Dates: December 31, 2025 | July 31, 2026 (monthly: last day of each month for next month's review)
Funding Amounts: Up to $8,000 per award (max 10% of direct KY farm impact); 50% reimbursement of eligible expenses; $36,000 lifetime max per applicant.
Summary: Supports Kentucky Proud members with reimbursement for advertising and marketing expenses promoting Kentucky-grown agricultural products.
Key Information: Must be a Kentucky Proud member; only future expenses after approval are eligible.
This program provides reimbursement grants to eligible Kentucky Proud members to help offset the costs of advertising and marketing agricultural products that have a direct Kentucky farm impact. The goal is to increase the visibility and sales of locally grown products, supporting Kentucky's agricultural sector. The program is administered by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and funded through the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board.