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Frequently Asked Questions

Can SARE grants be used to fund projects outside the United States?
No. SARE grants may only be used to fund projects within the United States and its island protectorates.

Can I use a SARE grant to begin a farm?
No. SARE grants are intended for projects involving research and education. A small percentage of SARE funding may be used to purchase the materials required to conduct a research or education project, but generally SARE funding cannot be used to make large purchases for land, equipment or capital investment. For more information, please contact your SARE regional office.

To learn about other federal funding opportunities, refer to Building Sustainable Farms, Ranches and Communities.

I have an idea for a grant project. How do I learn more about SARE grants?
Visit the Apply for a Grant page to see what types of grants SARE offers, and what type might be most appropriate for you. SARE grants are administered by its four regional offices. If you have in-depth questions about SARE grants, please contact your SARE regional office.

How can I learn more about the educational resources available through SARE?
All educational resources are available through the SARE Learning Center, and are organized by resource type and topic. Resources are also accessible via site search, located in the upper right of this page.

In addition, visit the projects database and search through the thousands of project reports that have been submitted by SARE grantees over the years.

Where can I get more information about ordering publications, such as bulk discounts?
Please visit the SARE WebStore.

There is an upcoming event related to sustainable agriculture that I would like to share with you. How can I do this?
SARE encourages you to submit events to our national and regional calendars. To do so, visit the events page and choose a calendar under the "Submit an event" list, located in the upper right. You will be notified when your event has been approved.