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Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund

Farmer Veteran Coalition (supporters include Tractor Supply Co. and Kubota)No deadline listed

Summary

Beginning farmer and rancher veterans with a for-profit farm can get $1,000-$5,000 of equipment and supplies, paid to vendors, from a fund backed by Tractor Supply and Kubota. In-kind, not cash. Applications open once a year; the 2026 cycle is complete.

About this grant

The Farmer Veteran Fellowship Fund gives veterans in their beginning years of farming or ranching awards of $1,000 to $5,000, paid directly to approved third-party vendors for items that help launch their farm business. Supporters shown on the page include Tractor Supply Co. and the Tractor Supply Foundation, and applicants can also apply for equipment through Kubota's Geared To Give program in the same application. The application opens once a year for at least four weeks; the 2026 cycle is complete and awardees were announced May 1, 2026.

Who can apply

  • Individuals
  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Veteran in the beginning years of farming or ranching, with an 'Honorable' characterization of service (others case by case); currently serving members need a commanding officer's letter

Member of Farmer Veteran Coalition

Agricultural business in operation and a business plan

For-profit agricultural businesses only; nonprofits not eligible

Past recipients may reapply only if previously awarded $1,000 or less

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Economic development
  • In kind

Money can be used for

  • Equipment

Set-asides

  • Veteran owned

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