The Working Lands Enterprise Initiative (WLEI) offers funding opportunities to a variety of business structures encompassing forest, farm, and food enterprises. These include producer associations, farms, food cooperatives, business assistance provider organizations and more. The amount of funds available is determined each year through the state’s annual budget cycle. The Working Lands Enterprise Board (WLEB) meets each summer to decide which funding opportunities to offer for the coming year based on available funds and needs across Vermont.
Funding Agency or Organization: WLEI
Funding Website: https://workinglands.vermont.gov/grant-contract-opportunities/overview
Local Match Requirement: Varies
Award Amount: Varies
Deadline: Varies
Competitive: Competitive
Eligible Applicant: Non-profit, Business
Project Categories: Agriculture, Economic Development