Frequently Asked Questions
Can SARE grants be used to fund projects outside the United States?
No. SARE grants may only be used to fund projects within the United States and its island protectorates.
Can I use a SARE grant to begin a farm?
No. SARE grants are intended for projects involving research and education. A small percentage of SARE funding may be used to purchase the materials required to conduct a research or education project, but generally SARE funding cannot be used to make large purchases for land, equipment or capital investment.
To learn about other funding opportunities, refer to the book Building Sustainable Farms, Ranches and Communities.
I have an idea for a grant project. How do I learn more about SARE grants?
Visit the Apply for a Grant page to see what types of grants S-SARE offers, and what type might be most appropriate for you. If you have in-depth questions about S-SARE’s grants, please contact S-SARE.
Is there grant writing assistance available?
We are seeking contact information for individuals, organizations and agencies to aggregate a list.
How can I learn more about the educational resources available through SARE?
All educational resources are available through the SARE Learning Center, and are organized by resource type and topic. Resources are also accessible via site search, located in the upper right of this page.
In addition, visit the projects database and search through the thousands of project reports that have been submitted by SARE grantees over the years.
Where can I get more information about ordering publications, such as bulk discounts?
Please visit the SARE WebStore.
I received a grant from S-SARE. Where can I get more information about the requirements for my grant?
If you are a grantee or a member of a project team, you can use the Manage Your Grant page to find out about how to manage your S-SARE award.
Some of the most common questions asked by SARE project investigators are answered on the Southern SARE website under Grants/Manage a Grant/Financial Requirements. These include:
Changing the Principal Investigator or State Ag Coordinator
Changing the Project Scope or Objectives
Modifying or Revising Project Budgets
Changing or Adding Project Subcontracts
Purchasing Equipment over $5,000
Filing a No-cost Extension
Getting Reimbursed for Allowable Expenses
Closing Out Your Project
When I print publications, how am I required to acknowledge that it was funded by SARE?
Please follow our guidelines here.