Grant

Brighter Future Fund

American Farmland Trust

What you can get

Up to $10,000 per project (varies by sub-program) • Over $4.8M granted directly to farmers since 2020; simple applications

Readiness
Prep docs first
Who can apply
producer, for profit US farmers and ranchers in soil based production with $1,000+ annual agricultural sales
Coverage
Available nationwide
Deadline & timing
Due June 18, 2026. National Farm Viability Grant open June 8–18, 2026; regional rounds open at other times through the year.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants: producer, for-profit US farmers and ranchers in soil-based production with $1,000+ annual agricultural sales.
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