The Assistive Technology Program for Farmers with Disabilities, also known as AgrAbility, aims to help farmers with disabilities, including veterans, succeed in their agricultural endeavors. It provides funding for state and regional projects that offer on-the-farm education and assistance, as well as a national project for technical support and training.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that want to help farmers with disabilities, including veterans, by providing educational and assistive services. Eligible applicants include State Cooperative Extension Services at 1862 or 1890 Land-grant Institutions and private, nonprofit disability-serving organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Entities not involved in agriculture or disability services
- Organizations without a cooperative agreement with a Land-grant Institution
- Applications not focused on assisting farmers with disabilities
- Late submissions
What You May Need
- Proof of nonprofit status
- Partnership agreement with a Land-grant Institution
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capability statement
- Letters of support
- Proof of experience in agriculture or disability services
- Registration with federal grant systems
- Compliance with federal regulations
- Plan for technical assistance and training
Cautions
- Ensure partnerships with eligible Land-grant Institutions