Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers

Department Of Agriculture, Usda, Office Of Partnerships And Public Engagement

The overall goal of the 2501 Program is to encourage and assist socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, veteran farmers and ranchers, and beginning farmers and ranchers with owning and operating farms and ranches and in participating equitably in the full range of agricultural, forestry, and related programs offered by USDA. In partnership with the OPPE, eligible entities may compete for funding on projects that provide education and training in agriculture, agribusiness, forestry, agricul

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Helps socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers get support to improve their agricultural businesses. Organizations provide outreach and technical assistance to connect them with USDA resources.

Quick Facts

Funding
$1 - $700,000,000
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Agriculture, Food & Fisheries
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, Usda, Office Of Partnerships And Public Engagement

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What Is This Program?

This program ensures that socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers can equitably participate in USDA programs. Differences in demographics, culture, economics, and other factors preclude a single approach to identifying solutions that can benefit our underserved farmers and ranchers. Community-based and non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, and eligible Tribal entities with experience in working with socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers or veteran farmers and ranchers can play a critical role in addressing the unique difficulties they face and can help improve their ability to start and maintain successful agricultural businesses. Through this program, organizations can provide agricultural outreach and technical assistance and extend our outreach efforts to connect with and assist socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers to provide them with information on available USDA resources.

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๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Review eligibility requirements
  • Prepare application materials
  • Submit application
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.usda.gov/farming-and-ranching/farm-bill
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ“…Key Dates
August 19, 2019Application Deadline
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
fixed-deadline

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“ŽOptional Documents
  • indirect cost rate agreement
  • IRB approval letter
  • environmental review
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB
๐Ÿ“ฅTemplates Available
โœ‰๏ธSupporting Letters
Letters of support/reference are required.

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๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • costs associated with outreach and assistance for socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ—“๏ธReporting Frequency
annual
๐Ÿ“‘Reporting Requirements
  • performance progress report
  • SF-425 Federal Financial Report
๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards.
๐Ÿ“ขBranding Requirements
Acknowledgment of federal funding is required.
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

Jaime.Wood@usda.gov
202-720-6350

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This program offers funding up to $700,000,000 (minimum $1).

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