Opportunity Information: Apply for RDBCP 08 03 SMPG
Apply for RDBCP 08 03 SMPG
- The Business and Cooperative Programs in the agriculture sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Small Minority Producer Grant" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 10.771 Rural Cooperative Development Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 12, 2008 and posted on Feb 15, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 8, 2008 You may submit completed applications for grants on paper or electronically by April 8,2008. Late applications are not eligible for FY2008 grant funding.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $1,463,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $175,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 8 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Eligible applicants are minority cooperatives or minority associations of cooperatives. Individuals are not eligible for this program.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Small Minority Producer Grant (SMPG) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered through USDA Rural Development's Business and Cooperative Programs. Its purpose is to strengthen small, minority agricultural producers by funding technical assistance that is delivered through eligible minority cooperatives and minority associations of cooperatives. In practical terms, the program is designed to support organizations that can help minority producers improve their operations, build cooperative capacity, and better access markets by providing structured assistance rather than direct payments to individual farmers.
This opportunity was published under Funding Opportunity Number RDBCP 08 03 SMPG, with an activity focus in Agriculture, and it is tied to CFDA 10.771 (Rural Cooperative Development Grants). The government anticipated making about 8 awards under this competition. The estimated total funding available was $1,463,000, with an award ceiling of $175,000 per grant and no stated minimum award amount (award floor of $0). The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning applicants were not obligated to contribute a specific non-federal match as a condition of receiving an award.
Eligibility is limited and very specific. Only minority cooperatives or minority associations of cooperatives are eligible to apply. Individuals are explicitly not eligible, and the funding is not intended to be applied for directly by single producers. Instead, the model is that eligible cooperative entities apply for funding and then use the grant to provide technical assistance services that benefit small, minority agricultural producers. The grant instrument type is a standard grant, and the opportunity category is listed as discretionary, indicating awards are competitively made based on the application and program priorities.
For the FY2008 cycle reflected in this notice, applications could be submitted either on paper or electronically, but they had to be received by the closing date of April 8, 2008. The notice emphasizes that late applications were not eligible for FY2008 funding. Key timeline markers include a posted date of February 15, 2008, and the opportunity was later archived on December 13, 2008.
For applicants or interested parties who had trouble accessing the full announcement materials electronically, the listed program contact was Tracey Kennedy at (202) 720-7558. The announcement also referenced an additional information link for the Small Minority Producer Grant Program, which would typically contain fuller program guidance, allowable and unallowable activities, application requirements, and any relevant evaluation or reporting expectations.
Small Minority Producer Grant (SMPG) - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Small Minority Producer Grant (SMPG)?
The Small Minority Producer Grant (SMPG) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered through USDA Rural Development's Business and Cooperative Programs. It is designed to strengthen small, minority agricultural producers by funding technical assistance that is delivered through eligible minority cooperatives and minority associations of cooperatives.
What is the main purpose of this grant program?
The purpose of the program is to support structured technical assistance that helps small, minority agricultural producers improve their operations, build cooperative capacity, and better access markets. The program focuses on strengthening producers through assistance services rather than providing direct payments to individual farmers.
Is this grant meant to fund individual farmers or producers directly?
No. Individuals are explicitly not eligible to apply, and the funding is not intended to be applied for directly by single producers. The model is that eligible cooperative entities receive the grant and then provide technical assistance that benefits small, minority agricultural producers.
Who is eligible to apply for the SMPG?
Eligibility is limited to minority cooperatives or minority associations of cooperatives. These are the only eligible applicant types listed in the opportunity information provided.
Are individuals eligible to apply?
No. Individuals are explicitly not eligible under the opportunity details provided.
What type of funding instrument is used for SMPG awards?
The funding instrument type is a standard grant.
Is this a competitive grant opportunity?
Yes. The opportunity category is discretionary, meaning awards are made competitively based on the application and program priorities.
Which USDA office administers this program?
The grant is administered through USDA Rural Development's Business and Cooperative Programs.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this SMPG notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is RDBCP 08 03 SMPG.
What is the activity or subject area of this opportunity?
The activity focus is Agriculture.
What CFDA number is associated with this opportunity?
This opportunity is tied to CFDA 10.771 (Rural Cooperative Development Grants).
How many awards did the government anticipate making?
The government anticipated making about 8 awards under this competition.
How much total funding was estimated to be available?
The estimated total funding available was $1,463,000.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was $175,000 per grant.
Is there a minimum award amount (award floor)?
No minimum award amount was stated. The award floor was listed as $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The program did not require cost sharing or matching funds, meaning applicants were not obligated to contribute a specific non-federal match as a condition of receiving an award.
What kinds of activities does the SMPG support?
Based on the information provided, the program supports technical assistance delivered through eligible minority cooperative entities to benefit small, minority agricultural producers. This assistance is intended to help producers improve operations, build cooperative capacity, and gain better access to markets.
Does the grant fund technical assistance delivered by cooperatives?
Yes. The stated design is to fund technical assistance that is delivered through eligible minority cooperatives and minority associations of cooperatives.
How could applications be submitted for the FY2008 cycle?
Applications could be submitted either on paper or electronically for the FY2008 cycle described in the notice.
What was the application deadline for FY2008?
Applications had to be received by April 8, 2008.
Were late applications accepted for FY2008 funding?
No. The notice emphasized that late applications were not eligible for FY2008 funding.
When was this opportunity posted?
The posted date was February 15, 2008.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on December 13, 2008.
Who was the listed program contact for this announcement?
The listed program contact was Tracey Kennedy.
What phone number was provided for the program contact?
The phone number provided for the program contact was (202) 720-7558.
What should applicants do if they cannot access the full announcement materials electronically?
The notice indicated that applicants or interested parties who had trouble accessing the full announcement materials electronically could contact the program contact listed (Tracey Kennedy at (202) 720-7558).
Where can applicants typically find more detailed program guidance?
The announcement referenced an additional information link for the Small Minority Producer Grant Program, which would typically include fuller program guidance, allowable and unallowable activities, application requirements, and any relevant evaluation or reporting expectations.
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