Capital Farm Credit awards $30,250 in FIELD Fund Grants

Capital Farm Credit (CFC) is proud to announce $30,250 in FIELD Fund grants, investing in programs and organizations that are making a lasting difference in rural communities across Texas.

FIELD Fund, which stands for Fostering Investment in Education & Local Development, provides funding in four key focus areas: farmers markets, agricultural education, youth service projects and rural support and development.

“Rural communities thrive when local organizations have the resources to turn ideas into action,” said Jeff Norte, chief executive officer of Capital Farm Credit. “Through the FIELD Fund, we’re proud to support programs that are cultivating future agricultural leaders, strengthening community partnerships and creating opportunities that will benefit rural Texas for years to come.”

This round of grants represents giving in the third quarter of 2026. Meet this quarter’s recipients:

Rural Support and Development:

• Fayette Public Library, Fayette County — $12,250 for a Charlie Cart, which teaches student nutritional education through its mobile kitchen

Agricultural Education:

• Rising Sons Ranch for Boys, Wichita County — $10,000 for its ag education after-school and mentoring program. Through ranch-based mentoring, agricultural education, practical life-skills development and more, Rising Sons helps young people build character, responsibility, stability and healthy relationships while strengthening families and helping children move toward safe, permanent homes.
• Alvin FFA Alumni & Supporters, Brazoria County — $4,000 for livestock equipment to teach students animal care, grooming, handling and showmanship.
• Cameron County 4-H, Cameron County — $1,000 to replace its chicken brooder boxes with a more durable, complete, and easy-to-clean system that will serve schools as part of their chicken raising project.
• American Boer Goat Foundation, Tom Green County — $1,000 for strategic research to advance the Boer Goat breed and provide robust educational opportunities to youth.
• Full Circle Livestock Foundation, Karnes County — $1,000 for livestock education and supplies to promote the foundation and recruit participants.  

Farmers Market:

• Waco Downtown Farmers Market, McLennan County — $1,000 to help the farmers market expand its outreach beyond existing market audience and reach more residents who may not currently know about its food access resources.   

Since its launch earlier this year, the FIELD Fund has helped advance projects that align with Capital Farm Credit’s mission of supporting agriculture and rural communities. The second round of grant recipients reflects the innovation, dedication and community spirit found across Texas, demonstrating how local investments can create lasting impact.

“Each funded project represents people who are committed to making their communities stronger,” Norte said. “Whether they’re educating students, supporting local producers, enhancing community resources or developing future leaders, these organizations are helping build a bright future for rural Texas.”

Grant applications are accepted year-round and awarded quarterly for projects and programs. Get more information about the grant categories and apply here.