Browse Ambrook’s collection of funding programs by Rodale Institute

Applications are accepted annually. The 2026 cycle closed January 16, 2026, with winners announced April 22, 2026. A 2027 award cycle is upcoming.

Rodale Institute — Good Farmer Awards

A competitive prize co-run by Rodale Institute and Davines that recognizes beginning farmers advancing regenerative organic practices. The award recognizes farmers with 10 or fewer years of experience who are leading in regenerative organic agriculture.



Open to U.S. beginning farmers (10 or fewer years of farming experience) who are advancing regenerative organic practices.

A lump sum of money for a specific purpose that does not need to be paid back.

Grant

Carbon Capture

Certified Grassfed

Cover Crops

Soil Health

Reduced Tillage

Historically Underserved

Conservation

Prizes: 1st place — $10,000 plus a trip to Italy; 2nd place — $5,000 plus a trip to Pennsylvania; 3rd place — free educational resources. Sponsored jointly by Rodale Institute and Davines.

List of Rodale Institute Funding Opportunities