Wisconsin (statewide)

Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant

From Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP)

Verified on the funder's official page

Amount
Up to $50,000
Deadline
Nov 4, 202610 days left
Matching funds
You pay at least 50%, cash or in-kind
Payment
Direct grant
Effort
Big job A full proposal and several steps.
Who
Any owner

The link goes to wi.accessgov.com.

Who can apply

  • Individuals, groups, or businesses in Wisconsin production agriculture, food processing, food distribution, food warehousing, retail food establishments, or agricultural tourism

Agriculture, food, restaurant, and retail

Can you apply?

A quick check. It does not block the apply link.

Is the business in Wisconsin?
Does it fit one of these: agriculture, food, restaurant?
Is the business open and able to apply this month?

Can a small business win this?

Competitive. Only about $200,000 is awarded in total, and 134 of 644 applicants have been funded since 2008.

Before you apply

Show how the project will measurably increase local food sales and jobs; those are the required reporting metrics.

Heads up

The page says 11:59 p.m. but names no time zone.

Checked on datcp.wi.gov, Oct 23 (opens in a new tab)

Report a problem

This is a summary. The official page has the final word.

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Questions about Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant

How much is Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant?

Up to $50,000. The full line is: $5,000 to $50,000. Highest figure stored: $50,000.

When can I apply for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant?

The deadline is in the key facts at the top of this page. Check the official page before you apply. Dates move.

Who can apply for Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant?

Individuals, groups, or businesses in Wisconsin production agriculture, food processing, food distribution, food warehousing, retail food establishments, or agricultural tourism.

Does Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant require matching funds?

Yes. You need to put in some of your own money or another match. You pay at least 50%, cash or in-kind.

Where was Buy Local, Buy Wisconsin Grant checked?

Checked on 2026-10-23 at https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/News_Media/DATCPAcceptingApplicationsfor2027BuyLocal,BuyWisconsinGrantsUntilNovember4.aspx. The official page wins if we disagree.