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Vermont grants for Small businesses

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Farm to Institution Market Development Grants
$30,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 23, 2024

This grant provides funding to Vermont food producers and organizations to strengthen partnerships with institutions like schools and hospitals, increasing the use of locally sourced food in their meal programs.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
The Dairy Farm Improvement & Modernization Grant
$100,000
Vermont Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 29, 2025

This grant provides financial support to dairy farmers and related organizations in the Northeast to improve farm operations, enhance milk quality, and address climate challenges.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Real Property Investment Grant
$25,000
Portsmouth Economic Development Authority
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 17, 2025

This program provides financial support to businesses and commercial property owners in Portsmouth for improving their properties' appearance and functionality, fostering economic growth and community appeal.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Enhancement Riparian Buffer Grant
Contact for amount
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Vermont that are planting native trees and shrubs along waterways to improve water quality and restore natural habitats.

Environment
Nonprofits
VAAFM Trade Show Assistance Grants
$7,500
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 11, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to Vermont-based agricultural, food, and forestry businesses to help them participate in out-of-state trade shows and expand their market reach.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Harvest & Post-Harvest Handling Food Safety Grant
$10,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 3, 2025

This grant provides financial support to Vermont-based produce farms and meat processing operations to improve their infrastructure and equipment for better food safety compliance.

Food and Nutrition
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Business Enhancement Grants
$50,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 28, 2024

This grant provides financial support to Vermont-based farms and forest businesses to improve their infrastructure, expand market reach, and enhance workforce development, fostering a sustainable working landscape economy.

Business and Commerce
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Burlington Housing Trust Fund
$840,000
Burlington Community & Economic Development Office (CEDO)
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 17, 2024

This funding opportunity supports affordable housing projects and capacity-building efforts for organizations serving low-income households in Burlington.

Housing
Nonprofits
Capital Equipment Assistance Program
$150,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 7, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to Vermont farmers, custom operators, and non-profit organizations for purchasing innovative equipment that improves water quality and reduces agricultural waste runoff.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
Business Builder Subawards
$100,000
National Association of State Departments of Agriculture
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides funding to small- and mid-sized farm and food businesses in the Northeast to enhance their operations, expand markets, and improve post-harvest activities.

Food and Nutrition
Small businesses
Dairy Food Safety & Certification Grant
$75,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 11, 2025

This funding opportunity supports established dairy farmers, processors, brands, and producer associations in the Northeast to improve food safety, obtain certifications, and enhance market access through various projects.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Dairy Processor Modernization Grant Program
$250,000
Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 1, 2025

This program provides funding to dairy processors in the Northeast to modernize their operations by acquiring specialized equipment that improves efficiency, product quality, and sustainability.

Agriculture
Small businesses
Title V Competitive Sexual Risk Avoidance Education
$450,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Administration for Children ; Families - ACYF/FYSB)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 7, 2025

This grant provides funding to local organizations in underserved states and territories to implement educational programs that encourage youth aged 10 to 19 to avoid non-marital sexual activity and promote healthy life choices.

Youth
Nonprofits