Opportunity Information: Apply for OAO 0010
Apply for OAO 0010
- The Department of Agriculture, DM-Office of Advocacy and Outreach in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Grant Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.443.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 27, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 29, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 200 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Grant Program (Funding Opportunity Number OAO 0010, CFDA 10.443) is a USDA grant program designed to help socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers successfully own and operate farms and ranches, while also increasing their participation in USDA agricultural programs and services. In practical terms, the program is meant to close information and access gaps by supporting organizations that can connect these producers to resources, program benefits, and technical know-how that may otherwise be difficult to navigate.
This opportunity is categorized as mandatory funding and uses a grant as the funding instrument, with the activity area focused on agriculture. Rather than awarding funds directly to individual farmers or ranchers, the program funds intermediary organizations that provide outreach and technical assistance. The intent is to strengthen on-the-ground support networks so that eligible producers can better understand USDA offerings, complete application and compliance steps, and adopt practices that improve farm viability and long-term operation.
Eligible applicants include a range of institutions with community reach and service capacity: public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), and nonprofit organizations both with and without 501(c)(3) status (as long as they are not institutions of higher education in the nonprofit category). The administering agency is the U.S. Department of Agriculture, specifically the DM-Office of Advocacy and Outreach, which signals that the program is oriented toward engagement, inclusion, and helping underserved communities connect with federal agricultural support.
The funding parameters listed for this opportunity include an award ceiling of $200,000 per award, with an anticipated 200 awards. This combination suggests the program is structured to support many projects across different regions and communities, likely prioritizing practical, scalable outreach models that can reach producers where they live and work. Typical funded activities under a program like this commonly include educational workshops, one-on-one technical assistance, help with navigating USDA program applications, training on recordkeeping and business planning, and tailored outreach strategies that account for language, cultural context, and local production realities. While the source text does not enumerate specific allowable activities, it clearly frames the grant as support for outreach and technical assistance that increases participation in USDA programs and services.
Key timeline details in the listing show the opportunity was created on June 27, 2016, with an original closing date of July 29, 2016. That means this particular posting reflects a specific funding cycle from 2016, though similarly named opportunities may recur in later years under USDA outreach and equity-focused efforts. Overall, the program is fundamentally about improving access: enabling trusted community-based organizations, nonprofits, educational institutions, and tribal entities to deliver hands-on support that helps socially disadvantaged and veteran producers build stronger operations and make fuller use of USDA resources available to them.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Grant Program?
It is a USDA grant program (Funding Opportunity Number OAO 0010, CFDA 10.443) designed to support outreach and technical assistance that helps socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers successfully own and operate farms and ranches, and increase their participation in USDA agricultural programs and services.
What is the main goal of this grant opportunity?
The program aims to close information and access gaps by funding organizations that can connect eligible producers to USDA resources, program benefits, and practical technical guidance that may otherwise be difficult to navigate.
Who receives the grant funds under this program?
Funds are awarded to intermediary organizations (not to individual farmers or ranchers). These organizations deliver outreach and technical assistance to socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers.
Does this program provide money directly to farmers and ranchers?
No. The program is structured to fund organizations that provide services. The intent is to strengthen local support networks so that eligible producers can better understand and access USDA programs and services.
What kinds of organizations are eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants include public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, federally recognized Native American tribal governments, tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments), and nonprofit organizations with or without 501(c)(3) status (as long as the nonprofit is not applying as an institution of higher education in that nonprofit category).
Are tribal entities eligible to apply?
Yes. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are eligible, and tribal organizations (other than federally recognized tribal governments) are also eligible.
Are nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status eligible?
Yes. Nonprofit organizations may be eligible with or without 501(c)(3) status, as long as they meet the eligibility framing described in the opportunity.
Which federal agency administers this grant program?
The administering agency is the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), specifically the DM-Office of Advocacy and Outreach.
What type of funding is this (competitive vs. mandatory), and what is the funding instrument?
The opportunity is categorized as mandatory funding, and the funding instrument is a grant.
What is the activity area or subject matter focus of the program?
The activity area is agriculture, with a focus on outreach and technical assistance that increases participation in USDA agricultural programs and services.
What is the maximum award amount?
The award ceiling listed for this opportunity is $200,000 per award.
How many awards were anticipated?
The listing indicates an anticipated 200 awards, suggesting support for many projects across different regions and communities.
What types of activities is the program intended to support?
The description frames the grant as supporting outreach and technical assistance that helps eligible producers understand USDA offerings, complete application and compliance steps, and adopt practices that improve farm viability and long-term operation. Examples commonly associated with this type of program include educational workshops, one-on-one technical assistance, assistance navigating USDA applications, training on recordkeeping and business planning, and outreach strategies tailored to language, cultural context, and local production realities. The opportunity text itself emphasizes outreach and technical assistance to increase participation in USDA programs and services.
How does the program help socially disadvantaged and veteran farmers and ranchers in practical terms?
It supports organizations that can act as trusted connectors, helping producers access USDA resources and benefits, understand program requirements, and get hands-on guidance to navigate application, participation, and compliance processes.
What problem is this grant program trying to address?
It is intended to reduce barriers related to information, access, and navigation of USDA programs and services, particularly for socially disadvantaged and veteran producers who may face additional challenges in connecting to federal agricultural support.
What are the key dates listed for this specific posting?
The opportunity was created on June 27, 2016, and the original closing date was July 29, 2016.
Is this opportunity current?
Based on the dates provided, this specific listing reflects a 2016 funding cycle. Similarly named opportunities may recur in later years, but that is outside the details provided in the posting summary.
What identifiers are associated with this funding opportunity?
The Funding Opportunity Number is OAO 0010, and the CFDA number listed is 10.443.
What is the overall intent of funding intermediary organizations instead of individuals?
The intent is to strengthen on-the-ground support networks that can deliver scalable outreach and technical assistance, helping eligible producers engage with USDA programs more effectively and sustainably.
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