The 2025 application format is not yet available, but we recommend those interested in applying use the 2024 template as a guideline to plan and draft your submission.  Once the 2025 templates are available, we will update the VDACS SCBGP website and email the new forms to this distribution list.

Please visit the VDACS SCBGP website for more details and webinar registration.

We anticipate the following timeline:

  • March 7, 2025: VDACS announces grant opportunity
  • March 19 & 26, 2025: Webinars for interested parties
  • Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 5 PM: Application Deadline
  • April 2025: VDACS Evaluates Proposals
  • May 2025: VDACS submits Virginia grant submission to USDA
  • September 2025: VDACS announces 2025 awards.
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