The LCES Extension Seed Grants Program aims to foster innovative projects within 4-H, ANR (Agriculture and Natural Resources), and NCH (Nutrition and Community Health) program areas. These grants are designed to support novel approaches that enhance program impact, reach new audiences, and address emerging challenges in the communities we serve. With a budget of $5,000 over two years, successful applicants will be supported in implementing their ideas, evaluating outcomes, and contributing to the ongoing delivery of extension programs in Louisiana.

- December 1, 2026 - November 30, 2028.

- Two (2) years.

- Background and Relevance Statement

- Justification

- Proposed Plan of Work and Project Objectives with timeline

- Evaluation plan

- Anticipated outcomes and impacts

- Total available funds per proposal is $5,000.

- Workshop costs: $2,000

- Supplies and Materials: $1,000 (e.g., educational materials)

- Travel and Outreach: $2,000 (e.g., community engagement)

- Submit full proposals as a PDF to https://shorturl.at/ZBgcO

- November 15, 2026.

Awardees will be required to submit quarterly progress reports (no more than one page) and develop an impact report upon completion of the project. For more information, contact [email protected].