KCADE Grant Bytes

KCADE Grant Bytes is the new monthly electronic notice for items recently posted on KCADE's "Other Funding Opportunities" web page. Deadline(s) for each listing are located in [ ] under the listing's title.

The following were posted March 8, 2006:

2005 Agri-tourism Competitive Awards Program
[Round II - 8/1/2006]

The Agricultural Development Board has opened two rounds of competitive awards for agri-tourism businesses or regional agri-tourism organizations. The program provides up to $50,000 for eligible items, on a 50% cost-share basis. Visit the above link for more details on the program and how to apply.
 

2005 Farmers' Market Competitive Awards Program
[Round I - 4/1/2006; Round II - 9/1/2006]

The Agricultural Development Board has opened two rounds of competitive awards for regional and community farmers' markets. The program provides cost-share on eligible items up to 50%. Visit the above link for more details on the program and how to apply.
 

The following are External Links from the GOAP website.

2006 Horticulture Advertising Cost-share Grant
[3/31/2006; 6/30/2006; 9/29/2006; 1/12/2007]

The Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Division for Value-added Horticulture & Aquaculture Marketing has grants available for horticulture businesses to cost-share on advertising and promotional activities. For more information visit the link above or contact the Plant Production Marketing Specialist at (502) 564-4983.
 

2006 Market Development Cost-share Grant
[3/31/2006; 6/30/2006; 9/29/2006; 1/12/2007]

The Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Division for Horticulture& Aquaculture has grants available for horticulture businesses to develop and improve new or emerging markets. For more information visit the above link or contact the Plant Production Marketing Specialist at (502) 564-4983.
 

Acres for America Program
[4/1/2006 (pre-proposals)]

The Acres for America Program was established to provide funding for projects that conserve improtant habitat for fish, wildlife, and plants through acquisition of interest in real property. Approximately $3.1 million will be made available annually, for ten years, for conservation easements. Visit the RFP for more information.
 

Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program
[4/7/2006, 5:00 p.m. EST]

The AFG is administered by the Department of Homeland Security in cooperation with the U.S. Fire Administration. The AFG Program assists rural, urban, and suburban fire departments in protecting citizens and firefighters against the effects of fire and fire-related accidents. For more information on how to apply, visit the Assistance to Firefighters Grants web page.
 

Healthy Sprouts Awards 2006
[10/15/2006]

The National Gardening Association is encouraging the growth of health-focused youth gardens through the Healthy Sprouts Awards. Twenty-five schools or organizations will receive the awards , sponsored by Gardener's Supply Company. Visit the RFP for more information.
 

Hitachi Youth Community Service Awards
[4/1/2006]

The Hitachi Foundation is accepting nominations for their annual Yoshiyama Award for Exemplary Service to the Community. Ten high school seniors from around the U.S. will be selected. Visit the RFP for more information.
 

Horses & Humans Foundation Grants
[6/30/2006]

The Horses and Humans Foundation invites applicants to submit proposals to fund research that provides evidence of the therapeutic effects of horses on humans. Grants are generally awarded for a maximum of $50,000 per year. Visit the RFP for more information.
 

National Fish & Wildlife Matching Grants
[4/1/2006 (pre-proposal)]

The National Fish & Wildlife Foundation operates a conservation grants program that awards grants, on a competitive basis, to eligible grant recipients. Grants typically range from $25,000 - $250,000 based upon need. For more information on how to apply, visit the NFWF General Matching Grants Program page.
 

National Forest Foundation Community Assistance Program
[Round I - 4/26/2006 and Round II - 9/8/2006]

The National Forest Foundation established the Community Assistance Program to promote the creation of locally based forest partnerships that seek to build ecological, social, and economic sustainability. This program provides grants in the range of $5,000 - $15,000 to enable newly forming grassroots community groups to resolve differences and play a more active role in the sustainable management of nearby National Forests and surrounding communities. Visit the RFP for more information.
 

SARE Professional Development Program (Pre-proposals)
[6/1/2006, 5:00 p.m.]

The Southern Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) Program is requesting pre-proposals for projects of one to two years duration that provide training on sustainable agriculture for agricultural professionals and educators who serve farmers and other interested people in USDA's southern region.
 

Starbucks Youth Environmental Literacy Program
[3/1 and 9/1 annually]

The Starbucks Foundation invites Letters of Inquiry from qualifying organizations that work with underserved youth. Grants range from $5,000 to $20,000. Visit the RFP for more information.
 

USDA Value-added Producer Grant
[postmarked 3/31/2006]

The Rural Business-Cooperative Service (RBS) announces the availability of approximately $19.475 million in competitive grant funds for fiscal year (FY) 2006 to help independent agricultural producers enter into value-added activities. Of this amount, $1.5 million is set aside for applicants requesting $25,000 or less. Awards may be made for planning activities or for working captial expenses, but not for both. The maximum grant amount for a planning grant is $100,000 and the maximum grant amount for a working capital grant is $300,000. For more information, click on the link above.
 

Youth Community Project Grants
[5/15/2006]

Do Something is providing grants of $500 each to ten young people who submit creative proposals for solving local problems. The proposals are evaluated and awarded to the most deserving projects in the following three areas: community building, health, and the environment. Visit the RFP link for more information.
 

Youth Service Learning Projects
[4/1/2006 and 6/1/2006]

The National Crime Prevention Council will award 100 grants of up to $500 through its Teens, Crime and the Community initiative. These grants are intended to encourage and promote crime prevention, community service, and civic responsiblity. Visit the RFP link for more information.