Exploring Funding Opportunities for Ag & Small Businesses with USDA REAP Grant

Date: 8/14/2024
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (EDT)
Registration Deadline: 8/14/2024 8:00 AM (EDT)
Fee: No Fee

Point of Contact: Penn State SBDC (814) 863-4293
Location: 2710 W Pine Grove Rd, Pennsylvania Furnace PA 16865-9799

Training Topics: Agriculture, Business Financing
Description:
Join us for an insightful seminarduring the 48th Annual Penn State Ag Progress Days, hosted by the PennsylvaniaSmall Business Development Center (PASBDC)Agriculture Center of Excellence (Ag COE) in partnership with the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). This seminar aims to empower Pennsylvania agricultural producers andsmall businesses seeking guidance, support, and funding opportunities.

Discover the mission, objectives, and resources offered by the PASBDC Ag Center of Excellence and PennTAP, both dedicated to fostering growth and innovation within Pennsylvania’s business and agricultural landscape. Representatives from PennTAP and the USDA will be present to delve into the details of the USDA Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Grant, including eligibility criteria, application process, timing, and the potential impact on agricultural and small business enterprises.

Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and explore funding avenues to propel your business forward. Registration is not required for this free seminar.

Instructions:
This seminar will take place at the Little Red Barn at Penn State Ag Progress Days (APDs). The Little Red Barn is located off of W 10 Street and Main Street, across from the Pasto Museum. You can find the map here: https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/PSU/APD2024/Public/EventMap.aspx.

APDs parking and access is free to everyone.

Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made by check and mailed to: Penn State SBDC, 155 Technology Center, University Park, PA 16802. To pay online with a credit card visit sbdc.psu.edu. Please make payment before seminar date. The Penn State SBDC reserves the right to cancel classes due to low enrollment at any time. Registrants will be notified in advance of the changes.

Refund Policy: If you wish to request a refund, please contact the Penn State SBDC at sbdc@psu.edu or 814-863-4293. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place.

Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.