Programs
Beef Excellence Initiatives Grant Program
The Center for Beef Excellence is pleased to offer cost-share grant funding through the Beef Excellence Initiatives Program. The goal of this program is to assist producers with implementing projects that will make a positive impact on their operations.
Funding is subject to availability and is on a cost-share basis. Producers must provide input into the project as well. Projects that will help a large cross-section of producers within a region are encouraged and will receive higher ranking in the granting process.
Two grant rounds will be offered for 2022-2023:
Round 1: October 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022
Round 2: January 1, 2023 through May 30, 2023
**Applications must be received by CBE by 5 pm on the last day of each grant round to be eligible.**
To qualify for funding, applications must meet the following criteria:
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Producer must define the impact the project will have:
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On their individual operation once completed
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On the beef industry in Pennsylvania, if applicable
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In the regional beef community, if applicable
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Two references/advisors must be submitted with the application who can give insight and support as to why the project should be funded.
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Examples: extension educator, loan officer, conservation district employee, etc.
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The grant will not exceed 50% of the proposed project cost. Grants have a maximum award amount of $2,000, $5,000 or $10,000.
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A detailed budget of project costs from start to finish must be provided. Maps and/or photos showing the project area are helpful.
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The Center for Beef Excellence Board of Directors reserves the right to follow up with an onsite visit during implementation and/or once the project is completed.
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Producer must submit a summary/evidence of completion to include photos and all project receipts for the total project cost. Before and after photos are preferred and encouraged.
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CBE reserves the right to use photos for educational/outreach purposes.
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Grants will not be paid prior to completion of the total project.
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Grant monies must be used within 365 days of receiving the grant award or will be forfeited.
Beef Excellence Initiatives
Details & Application
Past Projects
For more information contact CBE at mkirk.cbe@gmail.com or
570-687-3150.
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