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CCOF Foundation Micro-Grants

CCOF Foundation

Nonprofit-administered micro-grants for established small California farms, ranches, and aquaculture operations completing a defined project.

Typical award
$1,000+ per award
Deadline
Annual deadline ~November
Type of support
Funding / grants · Beginning farmer & career development
Who can apply
Individual producer, Beginning / underserved
Fits these operations
Mixed / diversified, Orchard & fruit
The eligibility and application details below are general guidance for this kind of program, not text copied from the funder. The facts above — who runs it, how much, and when it closes — are hand-checked. Always confirm specifics on the official page.

Am I eligible?

  • Farm or business must operate in CA
  • Individual farmers, ranchers, and farm businesses may apply
  • Beginning, veteran, and historically underserved producers are prioritized
  • Matching funds or in-kind contribution may be requested

How to apply

  1. 1Read the current program page or notice of funding to confirm this cycle's rules
  2. 2Contact CCOF Foundation before writing — most funders will tell you if you are a fit
  3. 3Draft the narrative, budget, and any required letters of support
  4. 4Submit before the posted deadline; late applications are not accepted
  5. 5Sign the award agreement and track spending for reporting

What you'll need

  • Farm or business name, address, and tax ID / EIN
  • Project description and itemized budget
  • Maps, photos, or quotes for anything you plan to build or buy
  • Proof of land ownership or a lease covering the project period

Timeline & contact

Expect 2–6 months from deadline to award notice, plus contracting time
Get help: CCOF Foundation — contact details are on the official program page

Ready to apply?

Applications go through CCOF Foundation, not through this site. Open the official page below for eligibility rules, forms, and contacts. For federal programs it's worth calling your local USDA Service Center or Cooperative Extension office first — they help with paperwork for free and know what your county actually funds.

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This listing was last hand-checked August 2026.

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Official pageFull detailsChecked August 2026