Community Food Co-op in Bellingham, Washington runs the Farm Fund to strengthen organic and sustainable agriculture in Whatcom County. The First Step Grant gives a limited number of grants of up to about $3,000 for projects that address immediate and critical farm needs, flood recovery and market expansion. Farmers who face systemic barriers get priority consideration.
Eligibility
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Farms in Whatcom County, Washington, working in organic or sustainable agriculture.
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Priority goes to farmers who face systemic barriers.
Details
Deadline
February 8, 2026
Organization
Financial Instrument
Grant
Maximum Award Amount
$3,000
Terms
Grants of up to approximately $3,000. A limited number of grants are awarded each cycle.
Application Instructions
The Farm Fund runs one grant cycle a year. In 2026 the Co-op turned the cycle into a Flood Response Grant of up to $5,000 after major flooding, and it closed February 8, 2026. The Co-op says to check back in the fall for the 2027 cycle.
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Updated November 5, 2026
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