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Agriculture Innovation Center Grant Program

Natalie Melton Management and Program Analyst Nonprofit eligible

Natalie Melton Management and Program Analyst is funding agriculture & rural projects through this opportunity, which is open to nonprofits and other eligible applicants, with applications due Jan 31, 2027. It provides awards up to $600K–$1M.

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Deadline
Jan 31, 2027
Award amount
Up to $600K–$1M
Expected awards
3
Posted
Sep 9, 2026
Opportunity number
RBCS-2026-AIC
CFDA
10.377

Opportunity description

The primary objective of the program is to provide grants to Agriculture Innovation Centers that will provide technical assistance to agricultural producers to market value-added agricultural products.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • For profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • State governments
  • Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education

Funding

Award floor
$600K
Award ceiling
$1M

Agency contact

Natalie Melton Management and Program Analyst

Shamika Johnson Management and Program Analyst Direct Programs Branch

Shamika.Johnson@usda.gov

Next steps to apply

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