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FreshConnect CSA for SNAP Program 2025

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The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has released a Request for Applications (RFA) for the FreshConnect CSA for SNAP Program 2025, aimed at increasing access to Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) shares for SNAP recipients statewide by subsidizing their purchase costs. This grant program supports New York State producers by expanding market access and strengthening connections between farmers and SNAP beneficiaries. A total of $250,000 in grant funds is available, with awards ranging from $25,000 to $50,000 per project. Eligible applicants include not-for-profit organizations, Indian Tribal Organizations, public educational institutions, and local or municipal governments across all New York State counties. Application submission is strictly electronic via the Statewide Financial System (SFS), with a final deadline of July 22, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. Applications will be reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted. A key component of the program is an emphasis on diversity in subcontracting, with goals set at 15% for both Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) and 6% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB), accompanied by mandatory utilization plans, monthly/quarterly reporting, and documented good faith efforts toward achieving these targets. The contract term extends from February 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, and involves compliance with extensive state-specific monitoring, reporting, and administrative requirements rather than traditional federal procurement clauses. Recipients must submit monthly SNAP transaction reports, a final project report within 60 days of completion, and adhere to non-discrimination policies pursuant to New York State law. Awards are reimbursement-based, managed through claims filed with the New York State Comptroller’s Office, with electronic payment as the primary method. There are no detailed line-item pricing structures or federal FAR clauses; instead, the solicitation operates under New York State-specific grant and contracting terms, emphasizing MWBE and SDVOB participation compliance, audit readiness, charity registration for nonprofits, workers’ compensation coverage, and equal employment opportunity adherence. The selection process is administrative, focusing on eligibility and timeliness rather than scored technical or price evaluations, with provisions for applicant inquiries via a designated contact, an informational webinar, and ongoing updates posted weekly. Overall, the program seeks to facilitate increased fresh local produce access for SNAP participants while fostering equitable economic participation among diverse vendor groups in New York State’s agricultural sector.

General Info

Grant for NY nonprofits to subsidize CSA shares for SNAP recipients, $250K total, MWBE/SDVOB goals.

Agency

New York → NYS Dept. of Agriculture & MarketsView Agency

NAICS

441110 - New Car DealersView NAICS

Place of Performance

NY, USA

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NONE

Documents

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RFA0367 FreshConnect CSA for SNAP Program 2025

PDF•20 pages•rfa

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PhaseSolicitation

PostedMar 4

Solicitation

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyNew York → NYS Dept. of Agriculture & Markets

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New York → NYS Dept. of Agriculture & Markets

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Full Description

Release Request for Applications (RFA) March 4, 2025 Informational Webinar March 18, 2025 Deadline for Questions July 8, 2025 Questions and Answers Posted Updated weekly starting March 27, 2025 Deadline for Applications July 22, 2025 Announcement of Grant Awards On a Rolling Basis The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (the “Department”) is pleased to announce the availability of funds for the FreshConnect CSA for SNAP Grant Program. APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED via the Statewide Financial System (SFS) to be considered for funding. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. The name for this opportunity is “FreshConnect CSA for SNAP” and the Grant Opportunity ID is AGM-CSA25Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on July 22, 2025. Late applications will not be accepted. The FreshConnect CSA for SNAP program will allow SNAP participants to access the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model by partially subsidizing the cost of share purchases. The goals of this program are to: Support producers in New York State by allowing greater access to their products statewide; Allow SNAP participants in New York State the opportunity to access shares of fresh, locally grown farm food products; and Strengthen the bonds between the farming and SNAP communities to raise awareness of the bounty of New York farm products across the state. Awards for this opportunity will be made on a rolling basis to eligible and to qualified applicants until funds are depleted. A total of $250,000 in funding is available through this round of Request for Applications.Applications may request a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $50,000 for the project to be considered. Eligible Applicants Include:• Not-For-Profit Organizations• Indian Tribal Organizations• Public Educational Institutions• Local or Municipal Governments All questions about this RFA must be submitted in writing (fax or e-mail) to:Attn: “FreshConnect CSA for SNAP Program”Alison NickfordNYS Department of Agriculture and Markets10B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235Fax: (518) 457-8398E-mail: farmersmarkets@agriculture.ny.gov An informational webinar on this grant opportunity will be held on March 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM. Register for this informational webinar through the following link: https://meetny-gov.webex.com/weblink/register/rceac62e7814c0f33e492bd6674c5e167 Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No Minority Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 15% Women Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 15% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 6% Due date: Applications / proposals continously accepted Contract term: 02/01/2025-03/31/2026 County(ies): All NYS counties Location: All NYS Counties Business entities awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: N/A