2025 Patrick Leahy Farm-to-School Program

Deadline to Apply: January 10, 2025

USDA is excited to continue its support for local foods in schools by opening applications for the 2025 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants. For the first time, USDA is allowing organizations to select the type of Farm to School Grant that best fits their needs by offering three different requests for applications. Each organization can only submit one application for one grant:

• The Implementation Grant ($50,000 to $500,000) supports the establishment or expansion of comprehensive farm to school projects.  
• The State Agency Grant ($50,000 to $500,000) helps state-level agencies implement local sourcing and agricultural education activities. 
• The Turnkey Grant ($5,000 to $50,000) is for organizations interested in projects related to launching or enhancing farm to school activities; agricultural education; or edible gardens. 

Additional information on the grants and how to apply can be found here.