About our Grants
NCR-SARE's Grant Programs
NCR-SARE's Grant How-To Video Series
This NCR-SARE Grant How-To Video Series aims to help more people feel equipped to apply for a SARE grant.
View the VideosNorth Central Region SARE administers several grant programs, each with specific priorities, audiences, and timelines.
Note: We are currently holding the Professional Development Program Call for Proposals, pending notification from our funding source, USDA-NIFA. NIFA Requests for Applications are under review. You can check back for updates or subscribe to our mailing list to be notified when the Calls are released.
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Graduate Student Grant
grants to fund graduate student projects
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Farmer Rancher Grant
grants for farmers and ranchers to explore sustainable solutions to problems
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Partnership Grant
grants for cooperative projects between agriculture professionals and small groups of farmers and ranchers
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Professional Development Grant
grants for training agricultural educators
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Research and Education Grant
grants for researchers and educators
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Youth Educator Grant
grants for youth educators to encourage youth to try sustainable practices
The focus for all of NCR-SARE grant programs is on research and/or education/extension. Funding considerations are based on how well the applicant presents the problem being addressed, its relevance to sustainable agriculture in the 12-state North Central region, and how well it aligns with NCR-SARE's goals. NCR-SARE's grant program Review Committees review proposals and make recommendations to the Administrative Council.
Apply for a Grant
Are you interested in becoming a project coordinator for an NCR-SARE grant? If so, and if you live in the North Central region, consider applying for an NCR-SARE grant.
Manage Your Grant
If you are a grantee or a member of a project team, you can use this section to find out about how to manage your SARE grant. You may also want to read this section to understand SARE's expectations before submitting a grant application.