NextGen Ag Leadership Grant Program
The NextGen Ag Leadership Grant funds Colorado organizations and educational institutions to develop leadership skills and capacity in the state's food and agriculture sector.
Funder: Colorado Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $25,000 per project; smaller projects ($5,000–$10,000) encouraged; annual funding cycle
Summary: Supports organizations and educational institutions in Colorado to develop leadership opportunities for emerging food and agriculture leaders.
Key Information: Only organizations and educational institutions may apply; individuals are not eligible.
Description
The NextGen Ag Leadership Grant Program is designed to fund organizations and educational institutions that support leadership development for Colorado’s emerging food and agriculture leaders. The program seeks to build capacity and foster leadership across the state’s diverse food and agriculture system—not just among farmers and ranchers, but throughout the sector. Projects may include established leadership programs, staff or community leadership initiatives, and conference programming. Strong proposals will demonstrate measurable leadership skill development and report on outcomes.
