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HFFI Food Access and Retail Expansion Fund (HFFI FARE Fund)

Over the next 5 years, the new program will provide $60 million in loans, grants, and technical assistance for the predevelopment, planning, and implementation of eligible food retail and food retail supply chain projects.

Eligible Applicants: See NOFO

Application Closing Date: Multiple Rounds from October 2024 to October 2025  

Estimated Total Program Funding: $60,000,000

Award Ceiling: Grant awards will be up to $250,000 for implementation and up to $100,000 for early-stage planning, predevelopment, and technical assistance. Loans to eligible projects may range between $500,000-$5,000,000.

 

 

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Grant Opportunities and Overview

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