Interested in the Local Agriculture Market Program opportunities for 2025? The resources below are designed to help guide interested applicants through the AMS LAMP grant process, beginning with understanding the Request for Applications (RFA) to final application review checklists.
How to use AMS LAMP Grant Toolkits:
Snapshot documents offer high-level overviews and are an introduction to AMS LAMP grant application topics. Deep Dive documents give more detailed information and guidance on filling out a LAMP grant application for those who are ready to apply.
Start with the “Decide what’s right for you!” section to learn more about each grant type. Then, use the documents listed under “Ready to apply?” to prepare specific sections in the application. Finally, end with the checklists in the “Final Touches” section to make sure key elements are included in an application submission.
Decide what’s right for you!
Prior to filling out an application, decide which grant aligns with your project goals, learn more about the RFA, and get started on important steps required to apply for federal funding.
Let’s Get Started – Steps to Apply for AMS LAMP Grants (pdf)
RFA Snapshots:
RFA Deep Dives:
Ready to apply?
Become an expert on key sections of the application to strengthen your submission.
Project Narrative Snapshots:
Project Narrative Deep Dives:
Budget Snapshot:
Budget Deep Dive:
Final Touches
Before sending in your application, use these checklists to make sure key elements are properly completed.
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