Funding & Aid
Financial Resources for Indigenous Farmers
Access Financial Support
Discover grants, loans, and financial assistance programs designed to support indigenous farmers and agricultural communities. We help you navigate funding opportunities to grow your operation.
Federal Funding Programs
USDA Grants
Direct federal agricultural grants
Access USDA grant programs including Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program, Value-Added Producer Grants, and Specialty Crop Block Grants.
Up to $250,000 in funding
Equipment and infrastructure
Training and education support
Farm Service Agency Loans
Low-interest agricultural loans
FSA offers direct and guaranteed loans for farm ownership, operating expenses, and emergency assistance with favorable terms for beginning farmers.
Low interest rates (1-5%)
Up to $600,000 available
Flexible repayment terms
Tribal Programs
Indigenous-specific funding
Special programs through the Office of Tribal Relations including the Indian Land Tenure Foundation grants and Native American Agriculture Fund.
Priority for tribal members
Cultural preservation support
Community development funds
State & Local Resources
State Agricultural Grants
Regional funding opportunities
Many states offer additional grant programs for sustainable agriculture, organic certification, and farm-to-market initiatives.
Private & Foundation Grants
Non-Profit and Foundation Support
Alternative funding sources
Agricultural Foundations
Organizations like the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE) program, National Young Farmers Coalition, and various agricultural foundations offer grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.
Community Development Financial Institutions
CDFIs provide loans and technical assistance to underserved communities, including indigenous farmers, with flexible terms and lower barriers to entry.
Corporate Grants
Major agricultural companies and food corporations offer grant programs supporting sustainable farming, innovation, and community agriculture.
Need Help with Applications?
Our co-op provides free assistance with grant applications, loan paperwork, and financial planning. We have successfully helped members secure over $2 million in funding.