Available Funding Ranges from $1,000 – $5,000

Applications Open: January 5th, 2026

The Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund is a small grant program that provides direct assistance to veterans who are in their beginning years of farming or ranching.

Requirements:

  • Have served or are currently serving in any branch of the United States Military.
  • Received an ‘Honorable’ characterization of service upon discharge from the military. Other characterizations of service may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
  • Currently serving service members must provide a letter of support from their commanding officer or designated representative attesting to their characterization of service.
  • Must have an agricultural business in operation and a business plan.

Applications Open: January 5th, 2025

Apply: Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund