Maximum Award
$8,000
Dear Applicant,
We would like to thank you for submitting an application for the Urban Agriculture grant. We are now preparing the applications to be reviewed by our screening committee and then for our final review/selection team. This process will take approximately 3-4 weeks. In the meantime we will be conducting USDA programs with the Farm Service Agency and the Natural Resources Conservation Services. We will update via email and soon via our upcoming newsletter.
Thank you for your participation
Memphis Dawah Association
September 17, 2025
Micro-Grant Presentation
7777 Walnut Grove Memphis TN 38120 Building B (Extension Conference Room)
What Is the MDA Microgrant Program?
The Memphis Dawah Association (MDA),
in partnership with USDA and TIME Inc., is awarding $200,000 in total microgrants to 25 small-scale growers across Shelby County. These microgrants help producers expand operations, purchase supplies, improve soil health, and support climate-resilient farming.
What You Can Fund With This Grant
Eligible Uses of Funds.
🌱
Purchase seeds, containers, plants
🏗️
Build or improve on-farm infrastructure
🛠️
Buy equipment (>$5,000 per unit)
🌿
Implement soil and conservation practices
🔄
Cost-share where USDA funding isn’t currently available
- Funding Details
Grant Amount & Timeline
Grant Amount & Timeline
Funding Details
💵 Maximum Award
$8,000
⏳ Application Period
August 3 – August 27, 2025
🗓️ Project Duration:
Up to 1 year from award
📋 Evaluation Timeline
Up to 30 business days
🧾 Post-Award Requirements
Receipts, photos, budget reporting
How It Works
Application & Review Process
Step - 01
Apply
Submit your application via email & text +1 901-232-4738 with the name or business.
Step - 02
Review
Committee evaluates and visits shortlisted applicants
Step - 03
Approval Chain
Review by TIME, USDA-FSA, NED, and State Coordinator
Step - 04
Award Notification
Begin project within 1 year
Step - 05
Verification
Submit receipts, attend training, report results
Common Questions Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
Individual or small-scale producer in Shelby County, TN
Yes, the grant can be can be used to purchase equipment.
Youth grants also available (Ages 1–25 with guardian consent if under 18)
Up to 30 business days
No, an FSA number is not required.
Support & Contact Info
Email: micrograntsproposals@whitehavenkulliye.org
Phone: +1 901-232-4738
Email: micrograntsproposals@whitehavenkulliye.org
Phone: +1 901-232-4738
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