Rooted Farmers is offering grants to developing communities of growers.
Our team has been working closely with dozens of regional groups across the country who are at various stages of forming or growing a cooperative/collective, and we continue to be inspired by your passion and determination. This grant is designed to assist your group financially using micro-capital awards, and provide mentorship opportunities as you navigate the ins and outs of growing your flower community.
Grants range from $500 - $1,500 in a reimbursement-structured funding opportunity.
What is a Collective?
Other names: Cooperative; Floral Hub; Flower Exchange
A selling collaboration among growers; Collectives serve as a floral aggregator with the goal of streamlining relationship management, communications, sales, and logistics operations for both buyers (florists/designers) and sellers (farmers).
Who is this designed for?
Groups of four or more growers who are working to organize and formalize into a collaborative selling group.
When should we apply?
Applications are due by March 15, 2024
Where do we submit applications?
All applications should be submitted to reachout@rootedfarmers.com.
How do we find out more?
Review the Request for Applications (RFA) for full eligibility requirements and application submission details, and the Grant Terms and Conditions (TOC) for additional requirements information.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like to touch base to discuss the grant further.
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