Farm Credit of the Virginias 2026 Charitable Contributions Fund Grant Application

Farm Credit of the Virginias 2026 Charitable Contributions Fund Grant Application
Grants will be awarded for up to $10,000 in funding per organization. To be considered for funding, the organization’s values and purpose must align with the objectives of Farm Credit of the Virginias (FCV). Applications will be accepted May 1-June 30, 2026. Please answer all questions as completely as possible.

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Organization Information
Name of Organization:*
Brief Description of Organization:*
Organization Website URL (if any):
Mailing Address:*
Physical Address (if different from mailing address):
Organization Structure (check all that apply):*

Nonprofit (ex: 501c(3))Community OrganizationGovernment Organization (local/state government or agency)Other
Contact Information
Name of Contact Person:*
Contact Phone Number:*
Format: (000) 000-0000.
Contact Email Address:*
example@example.com
Name of Secondary Contact Person:
Secondary Contact Information:
Project Overview & Funding Details
Please select one or more of the categories below in which your project aligns:*

Youth Education (i.e. 4-H, FFA, K-12 Ag Education, etc.)Adult Education (excluding postsecondary education institutions; see Program Restrictions under Terms & Conditions for more information)Farm SafetyUrban Agriculture (including Community Gardens and Farmers Markets)Food Insecurity (Farms to Food Banks, etc.)Natural Resources/ Outdoor Recreation/ ConservationRural Mental Health/ Agritherapy/ Equine Therapy or Similar ProgramUnderrepresented Communities in AgricultureMilitary Veterans in AgricultureOther
Brief Project Description (less than 500 characters – suitable for press release):*
Is your organization located in FCV's territory? If not, do you serve people from counties located in FCV's territory? (See FCV's territory in the image below)*

Yes, our organization is located within FCV's territoryNo, but we serve people from counties located within FCV's territoryNo, and we do not serve anyone from counties located within FCV's territory (If you select this third option, you are not eligible for this grant opportunity.)
Project Location:*
Community Need That Project Will Address:*
Brief Description of the Population and Socioeconomic Makeup of Community Served by Project (250-character limit):*
Are there similar projects/organizations that serve the same area as yours and meet similar needs? What makes this project/organization stand out?*
Estimated Number of People This Project Will Impact:*
Short-term Project Goals:*
Long-term Project Goals:*
Anticipated Project Timeline/Duration (including start and end dates):*
How will project success be measured?*
Total Funding Request from Farm Credit of the Virginias: (maximum award amount is $10,000)*
Additional Community Support and/or Strategic Partnerships, Including Total Funding Received for the Project (if any).*
Note: Please describe the specific nature of each form of community support and/or strategic partnership for the project that is the subject of this application, and contact information for each support/partner. FCV reserves the right to verify community/partner references.
If you receive partial funding, rather than the full amount you request through this grant program, how will that impact your project?*
Has this project or organization been supported by FCV in the last three years? If so, explain. (Past support does not guarantee or inhibit grant funding through the CCF program.)*
How did you learn about FCV’s Charitable Contributions Fund?*
Supporting Documents
Please upload W-9 Form.*

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Please upload required project budget (utilizing budget template linked below or submit your own) and any additional project support documents, including building plans and "before" photos if your project is construction/renovation related. (Submission limited to 10 MB maximum.)*

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Please sign below

By my signature below, I certify that I have fully read and understand all portions of this application and certify the information supplied by me is complete, accurate and verifiable. I understand that any misstatement of material facts will result in denial or forfeiture of an award. I agree to provide any supplementary information or verification requested by FCV as a condition of consideration of this application.
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800.919.FARM (3276) | CCF@FCVirginias.com | 102 Industry Way, Staunton, VA 24401
Terms & Conditions
Program Requirements & Guidelines
- Applying organizations and the project under consideration must be located within the Farm Credit of the Virginias footprint or benefit communities within the Farm Credit of the Virginias’ territory (including cities/towns located within the counties served by FCV).
- Requests must be consistent with the values and mission of Farm Credit of the Virginias.
- Salary, rent, utility bills and other administrative costs are allowable expenses.
- Farm Credit of the Virginias will not provide critiques of proposals submitted.
- Funds will not be awarded to individuals or private farms.
- Farm Credit of the Virginias may choose to fully or partially fund requests. Previous funding does not guarantee continuing support to any organization. Funding is discretionary and restricted to the specific purpose for which it was awarded.
- 2026 CCF grant funds must be expended by September 1, 2027.
Program Restrictions
- Programs and projects of charities that do not support agriculture or agricultural education.
- Contributions for political support purposes, scholarships or memberships in professional societies or trade organizations.
- One organization is not eligible for funding for different purposes within the same year.
- Individual or personal endeavors or projects, or individual farm operations.
- Participation or entrance fees for charitable events or financing of charitable organizations.
- Religious or sectarian programs or groups that benefit the specific organization.
- Political campaigns, candidates, lobbying groups, or causes. Sports teams or athletic events and competition, including equipment or uniforms related to sports.
- School activities that are not related to agriculture (bands, choirs, fine arts programs, etc.).
- Private foundations promoting personal hobbies.
- Organizations or programs that are inconsistent with or do not align with non discrimination, ethics, or other FCV policies, values or mission.
- Organizations that in any way pose a conflict with Farm Credit of the Virginias’ goals, programs, services, or Farm Credit of the Virginias employees or Directors.
- Postsecondary education institutions (such as community colleges and four-year universities) are excluded from this grant opportunity. Such institutions are eligible for our Agricultural Career Enhancement grant opportunity. The ACE grant is not offered every year. Learn more here: FarmCreditofVirginias.com/ACE.
- Organizations will not be eligible to receive a CCF grant in back-to-back years. Past recipients can apply again, but must take a year off after receiving a grant in order to apply again.
Visit our website to access additional program details and learn more about the Farm Credit of the Virginias Charitable Contributions Fund: FarmCreditofVirginias.com/CCF.
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Farm Credit of the Virginias 2026 Charitable Contributions Fund Grant Application

Organization Information

Contact Information

Project Overview & Funding Details

Supporting Documents

Please sign below

Terms & Conditions

Program Requirements & Guidelines

Program Restrictions

Visit our website to access additional program details and learn more about the Farm Credit of the Virginias Charitable Contributions Fund: FarmCreditofVirginias.com/CCF.