2011 Farmers' Market Cost Share Program Application

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Federal Grants and Foundation Funding

The Archer Daniels Midland-ADM Cares program supports safe, responsible, and environmentally sound agricultural practices in critical growing regions in North America, South America, West Africa, and Southeast Asia. The program provides grant support in the following focus areas: health and safety programs for farm workers and children who live on farms, responsible use of agricultural chemicals, sustainable farming practices, and rehabilitation and preservation of environmentally sensitive lands. Online applications may be submitted at any time. Learn more

Norcross Wildlife Foundation, Inc.
No Submission Dates:

Average grant award is around $5,000 and funds can be used for computer and office technology of all kinds, specialized software to drive GIS mapping, GPS ground-truthing equipment, water-quality testing equipment, work tools and equipment including vehicles and boats, and educational materials.  Learn more

Surdna Foundation Grants
No Submission Dates

Grants for non-profit organizations for environmental projects. Learn more

Captain Planet Foundation
Due: March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31 annually

Funds can be used by non-profit organizations to promote understanding of environmental issues by focusing on hands-on involvement.  Involvement of children and young adults 6-18 (elementary through high school) is required. Learn more 

Miscellaneous

Pet Care Trust: Pets in the Classroom Grants Program
The goal of the Pets in the Classroom Grants Program, an initiative of the Pet Care Trust, is to establish healthy child-pet relationships at an early age by supporting responsible pet care in grammar and middle school classrooms across the country. These grants are intended to provide a means of teaching children to bond with and care for their pets. K-6 teachers in public and private schools can apply for grants or coupons in the amounts of $50, $100, or $150 for the purchase of new pets and pet environments, as well as food and supplies for existing classroom pets. Requests may be submitted at any time. Visit the Pets in the Classroom website to review the funding guidelines and submit an online application. Learn More

Grants of up to $1,000 to innovative leadership and professional development programs with an agriculture focus.  Examples include leadership training opportunities, mentorship programs, professional development experiences, and student fundraising efforts.  The applicant must be a campus-sanctioned club/organization and have an ag related focus. Learn more

Pioneer Community Investment Grant

Non-profit based organizations are eligible to apply for projects that focus on Agriculture, Farm Safety and Science Education.  Applications are accepted on an on going basis. Learn More  

Grant Information

Any organization that wishes to apply for a federal grant must have certain information ready for the registration process. You first need to check with your Grant Administrator or Chief Financial Officer since your organization may already have a DUNS Number and be registered with CCR.  The Data Universal Number System (DUNS) Number is a unique identifier for your organization required by the federal government to track how federal grant money is distributed. DUNS Numbers are issued by Dun & Bradstreet. If your organization does not already have a DUNS Number you can apply for one free of charge. Learn more

Central Contractor Registration (CCR) is the primary registrant database for the federal government. Any organization seeking federal grants on Grants.gov is required to register. Learn more

To ensure the electronic submission of your grant applications is secure, you will need to complete an Authorized Organization Representative (AOR) profile and create a username and password.  To complete an AOR profile and create a username and password click here.

Catalogue of Federal Domestic Assistance
The Catalog (CFDA), issued annually and updated continuously on the Web, describes some 1600 federal grants and non financial assistance programs. Grantseekers can identify programs that might support their projects and can learn the program's objectives, requirements, application procedures and contacts. Learn more

Community Foundations in the State of Indiana
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Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy(Department of Energy)
Grants are EERE's primary funding vehicle for businesses, industries, universities and others. Most EERE grants are awarded on merit on a competitive basis. Learn more

Grants.gov
Federal website that allows eligible grantseekers to find and apply for current competitive grant opportunities from ALL federal agencies. The website guides grantseekers in obtaining a DUNS (Dun and Bradstreet) number and registering at Grants.gov to apply and to track applications. Learn more

The Foundation Center
Gateway to information about private funding sources, the grant seeking process, guidelines on writing a grant proposal, addresses of state libraries with grants reference collections, and links to other useful Internet websites. The Center maintains a comprehensive database on foundations; produces print and electronic directories and guides; conducts research and publishes studies in the field; and offers a variety of training and educational seminars. Learn more