The Food and Agriculture Defense Initiative Extension Disaster Education Network (FADI-EDEN) grant aims to strengthen the U.S. food and agriculture sector's resilience to various threats like biosecurity risks, weather events, and cyber threats. It supports a network of professionals who educate and assist farmers, families, and communities in disaster preparedness and response.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations involved in the Cooperative Extension System (CES) that are part of the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN). These organizations should focus on building capacity to handle all types of disasters affecting agriculture and food security.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not part of the Cooperative Extension System
- Not involved in the Extension Disaster Education Network
- Proposals not focused on disaster preparedness and education
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of affiliation with CES and EDEN
- Budget plan for $382,400
- Organizational capacity statement
- Letters of support from partners
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with EDEN's mission
- Strict adherence to application deadline
- Funds are limited to specified uses
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted, meaning any organization that is part of the Cooperative Extension System (CES) and involved in the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN) can apply. This includes entities focused on agriculture and disaster preparedness education.
Overview
This grant is for organizations involved in the Cooperative Extension System (CES) that are part of the Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN). These organizations should focus on building capacity to handle all types of disasters affecting agriculture and food security.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not part of the Cooperative Extension System
- Not involved in the Extension Disaster Education Network
- Proposals not focused on disaster preparedness and education
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support coordination, administrative leadership, and capacity-building efforts within the Extension Disaster Education Network to enhance disaster preparedness and response capabilities.
Total Program Funding
$382,400
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Deadline
- Sep 21, 2026(25 days)
- Archive Date
- Oct 21, 2026
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as part of CES and EDEN
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal
- Develop a detailed budget for $382,400
- Gather letters of support from relevant partners
- Submit application by September 21, 2026