While grants are our primary source of funding support, there are also other programs, scholarships and opportunities that we provide that could be more appropriate for specific situations. Click the headings below to learn more about each non-grant funding support opportunity.
Conference/Event Sponsorship
Sponsorship support for conferences, field days, workshops and other educational events organized by universities, community organizations, NGOs, mentor farmers and other ag professionals. The events can be regional events, as well as national events taking place in the Southern region whose main purpose is to further sustainable agriculture for the benefit of farmers, NGOs, community organizations, researchers and other ag professionals.
SSARE offers funds for travel to conferences and workshops where information may be imparted or gained for sustainable agriculture. Farmers, ranchers, Extension personnel, and NGO staff requesting scholarship funds for attending an event to gain knowledge /skills for use in training others should contact the SSARE State Coordinator in their state or region, or the Southern regional PDP Coordinator.
Sustainable Agriculture Leadership Program
The Sustainable Ag Leadership Program supports NGOs and mentor farmers in areas of sustainable ag leadership. Links with additional program information will be provided at a later date.