2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant

Grants to conduct projects that benefit New Hampshire specialty crops including fruit, vegetable, nursery, floriculture, herb, maple, Christmas tree and honey crops.

Program Details

USDA Agricultural Marketing Service is a funding organization that offers the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant grant program to support arts and cultural programs. This funding opportunity is available statewide and is administered by USDA Agricultural Marketing Service through New Hampshire Agricultural Development Funding Portal. Organizations seeking funding for arts and cultural programs should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include New Hampshire organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with USDA Agricultural Marketing Service or on New Hampshire Agricultural Development Funding Portal before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Applications are due by May 15, 2026. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports arts and cultural programs. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 111, 112, 311, 115. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through New Hampshire Agricultural Development Funding Portal. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Funded by USDA-AMS
• Programs related to agricultural

Award details

Applications close on May 15, 2026.

Categories

Arts Culture