Tilth Alliance Bridge Fund

Short-term bridge loan from Tilth Alliance that advances the purchase price of equipment approved under WSDA's Climate Smart Farm Equipment Grant (CSFEG), which reimburses farmers only after purchase. Farmers apply for CSFEG, then apply to the Bridge Fund with a copy of their grant application; once WSDA reimburses, the funds repay the Bridge Fund.

Washington farmers who apply for / are awarded a WSDA Climate Smart Farm Equipment Grant; fund requests cannot exceed the amount requested through the CSFEG; credit and financial information will be reviewed as part of the application process.

Short-term advance repaid from WSDA CSFEG reimbursement; admin fee $350 (≤$50,000) or $550 ($50,001–$100,000); no interest rate published.

Published amounts: Bridge loans are available for up to $100,000. If equipment exceeds $100,000, the Bridge Fund can act as partial payment. Administrative Fees: $350 for loans up to $50,000; $550 for loans from $50,001 to $100,000

Apply for the CSFEG, then 'Apply here' (DocuSign web form https://apps.docusign.com/webforms/us/adb18be933ab057a1a4be3c963e27522) including a copy of the grant application; if awarded a CSFEG grant, complete the required Bridge Fund contract.

Deadline text on the page: Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis while funds are available. (announced Aug 31, 2026 blog; CSFEG applications open September 4, 2026)