Funder: USDA Agricultural Marketing Service
Due Dates: June 27, 2025 (11:59 pm ET, via Grants.gov)
Funding Amounts: Planning: $25,000–$100,000 (24 months) | Implementation: $100,000–$500,000 (36 months) | Turnkey: $50,000–$100,000 (24 months) | Est. total: $11M | ~320 awards
Summary: Supports projects that develop, coordinate, and expand local and regional food business enterprises serving as intermediaries in indirect producer-to-consumer marketing.
Key Information: 25% non-federal cost share required; four project types with distinct application forms; only one award per applicant per cycle.