Vendor Access Fund - Mini Grants 2025
This mini-grant program is offered to leverage farm and food vendors and reduce barriers for those who plan to launch or expand their offerings at the South Valley Farmers Market.
Eligibility and Awards:
Farm and food vendors who have been approved for South Valley Farmers Market and are attending all 29 markets in 2025 are eligible to apply. Vendors may be approved for up to 6 absences in the calendar year. Vendors must submit proof of insurance and/or licensing before they will be awarded funding. Priority will be given to underserved populations, and new and beginning vendors. Awards will range from $50-$500. Project expenses may include: licensing, insurance, booth fees, equipment, supplies, and education. Funds may be used as a reimbursement for insurance and licensing. Recipients will have reporting requirements including proof of funds spent. Proposals must be submitted by 5/15/25.
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Business Name
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Email
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example@example.com
Amount requested ($50-$500)
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Describe the scope of your project:
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Provide specific costs you will cover with this grant.
Will this project increase the amount of food you will be able to produce to sell at the Winter Markets?
Yes
No
If yes, describe how this project will increase your capacity to provide more food at the Winter Markets.
(This is not a requirement for this grant, but we do have funds dedicated to supporting producers in increasing the amount of food they can produce, specifically for the Winter Markets.)
Project timeline:
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Project must be completed and receipts must be submitted by October 1st, 2025.
Select all options that apply to your ethnicity.
Hispanic or Latino
Black or African American
White
Asian or Asian American
American Indian, Alaska Native or Indigenous
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
I prefer not to answer
Other
Select other identifiers that fit you.
Living with a disability
Immigrant/Refugee
LGBTQIA
Military Veteran
English as a second language
Housing insecure
First generation farmer
Beginning business owner (defined as: 1-4 years of regular operation)
SNAP recipient
None of these
Prefer not to answer
Other
All identifying data and business information will be kept confidential. Proposals will be reviewed by a committee formed of community partners and the market manager.
Thank you to The Upper Willamette Soil and Water Conservation District for supporting our local food system and our vendors through these grants.
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