Deadline: 18 April 2025
The California Certified Organic Farmers is inviting grant applications to support higher education and vocational students pursuing degrees or certificates in organic agriculture to help cover tuition and educational expenses.
Funding Information
- Grant amount: $5,000
Eligible Activities
- Funds can be used for the following purposes: tuition, educational materials or resources, internships or work experience expenses, costs directly associated with your organic studies/career development.
Ineligible Activities
- Grant funds cannot be used for organic certification fees.
Eligibility Criteria
- Future Organic Farmer grant applicants must:
- Be enrolled in an educational program in the United States that will benefit their career in organic agriculture, including vocational training/certificate programs or two/four-year degrees
- Demonstrate financial need
- Demonstrate a strong interest and commitment to a career in organic agriculture
- Submit a final report at the end of the award year
- Prior grantees are welcome to re-apply.
Ineligibility Criteria
- Graduate degrees/programs are not eligible for funding.
Application Requirements
- Applications require a letter of reference from a teacher, mentor, or agricultural professional.
For more information, visit CCOF.
