Working Lands Business Enhancement Grant Open Now
The Working Lands Enterprise Initiative is now accepting applications for their Business Enhancement Grant.
This grant is open to Vermont working lands businesses and organizations, which include farms producing food and fiber, as well as forest products businesses. Some food businesses and organizations, as well as agriculture or wood processing and/or distribution businesses may be eligible if they meet certain requirements for local sourcing of raw ingredients or products.
Applicants can apply for grants of $10,000 to $50,000. This year, there is no match requirement.
Learn more and ask questions at weekly virtual drop-in Q&A sessions throughout the application period.
The application portal is open through December 12th. Applicants will be notified of award decisions in late February 2024, and projects can begin in April 2025.