520 foundations$428.1M total annual giving$12K median grant52 states with funders
Discover 520 grantmaking foundations funding agriculture & farming programs, with combined annual giving of $428.1M. The median grant size for agriculture & farming is $12K.
Agriculture & Farming Grantmaking at a Glance
Foundations
520
Total Annual Giving
$428.1M
Total Assets Under Management
$11B
Median Grant Size
$12K
States with Funders
52
Total Grants on Record
11,449
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Open nowCloses in 20 days (Dec 2, 2026)Award: Up to $250K
Food innovationAgricultural biotechnologyFood safety+7 more
Who can apply: Supports North Carolina universities and nonprofit research institutes. Projects must be life sciences-based and, for the FY27 solicitation, focus on Food Innovation within North Carolina. Personal protective equipment, solely AI-centered or in silico solutions, and mobile apps are excluded.
Who can apply: Applicants should provide an organization name, address and contact information, requested funding, project description and impact, financial information, organizational capacity, and supporting documents. If partnering with another organization, include a confirmation letter and provide a list of the applicant organization's governing board members.
FarmingAgricultural educationAgricultural preservation+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be classified as 501(c)(3) public charities in the United States, demonstrate alignment with the fund's mission, and may be based anywhere in the U.S.; Elkhart County residency is not required. Individuals, fundraising events, organizations without 501(c)(3) status, lobbying, and political activity are not funded.
Farmed animal advocacyPlant-based food systemsAlternative proteins+11 more
Who can apply: Applicants should be nonprofits focused on farmed animals, plant-based food systems, or alternative proteins; work to reduce, reform, or replace animals in food production; and work on movement-building, business engagement, government-focused interventions, and/or public initiatives. Applicants should seek general operating support of $2,500–$25,000 and value collaborative learning and trust-based partnership. SDI does not fund for-profit businesses, companion or wild animal advocacy, direct animal care, electioneering, individual applicants unaffiliated with a nonprofit, or work without a clear link to reducing, reforming, or replacing animal use in the food system.
Future leadersAgricultural educationRural programs+1 more
Who can apply: Requests must align with Tennessee Farm Bureau corporate giving priorities: investing in future leaders, supporting agricultural education programs, or investing in rural programs that fall within its mission. Applicants must provide organizational, program, budget, requested amount, geographic impact, and mission-alignment information. Requests must be submitted at least 120 days before the event, where applicable.
Agricultural educationCommunity projectsFarmer and rancher education
Who can apply: Organizations must submit information about their mission, proposed project, beneficiaries, budget, requested amount, and recognition for Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau. Funded projects must be consistent with the Fund for Ag Education’s purpose. A final report and/or presentation to the Board of Directors is required within eight months of receiving funds.
The typical Agriculture & Farming foundation awards grants of $12K. Approximately 40% of Agriculture & Farming foundations actively fund new organizations, and 80% accept unsolicited proposals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Agriculture & Farming Grants
How many foundations fund agriculture & farming?
There are 520 grantmaking foundations that fund agriculture & farming programs across 52 states.
What is the median grant size for agriculture & farming?
The median grant from foundations funding agriculture & farming is $12K. Actual grant sizes vary widely depending on the foundation's size and giving strategy.
What are the largest agriculture & farming foundations?
The largest foundations funding agriculture & farming by annual giving include HAMPSHIRE FOUNDATION INC, Food Export Association of the Midwest USA, IOWA CORN GROWER'S ASSOCIATION, with combined giving of $35.7M.
Which states have the most agriculture & farming funders?
The states with the most agriculture & farming foundations are California (49), Massachusetts (33), Texas (31). Use the geographic breakdown above to see the full distribution.
How do I find agriculture & farming grants for my nonprofit?
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