Natoora Farm Fund

Farm Fund offers one-off financial grants to enable growers aged 40 and under to take action that reinforces a nutritious food system. We are seeking to fund projects and developments on farms that: • Can act as case studies to pave the way for a better future of farming • Stand to gain the most from our support • Demonstrate a measurable impact and resilience that sustains itself over time With an $150,000 fundraising target, our grant awards will be divided into two bands of funding: One $30, 000 Transformation grant to facilitate a seismic change Four $15,000 and seven $8,000 Resilience grants to help reinforce young farmers at ground level Only the $30,000 Transformation Grant requires a fully fledged business case and statement of intent. For $8,000 or $15,000, you need to fill out our Application Form. It’s up to you to ensure that your answers demonstrate that the use of the funding has been carefully thought and costed out, and that the funding will have a tangible, meaningful impact. Beyond the application form, you are welcome to upload a supporting any other content that clearly expresses your intention.

1. Aged 40 and under at time of application - in the case of a cooperative or shared ownership project, the majority of beneficiaries must be under 40 2. Based in the United Australia 3. A horticulture project growing directly in the soil - Growing according to an agroecological philosophy 4. Farming on a small scale - in line with our desire to support entrant farmers, we will give priority to applicants growing on less than 100 acres 6. First-time Farm Fund grant winners - If you’ve previously received a grant, at least five years must have passed since your last successful application. 7. Projects with a clear long-term plan - Priority will be given to applications that demonstrate a clear plan for long-term measurable impact. We do not fund: 1. aquaculture projects - only farms and projects that are growing directly in the soil 2. Backdated projects or investments - grants must be used for new work 3. Off-farm education courses 4. Open-ended donations to charities - we encourage applications from non-profits, but the funding must have a specific, intended purpose.

Read the application guidelines and fill out the form at https://natoora.com/en-US/farm-fund/