Technical Assistance
ANCA’s Local Food Systems Program connects farms and businesses with free and low-cost technical assistance to help build stability and plan for the future.
Grants for Agricultural Producers
Beginning in Spring 2026, ANCA will be awarding grant funds to North Country agricultural producers for projects that expand markets for American agricultural products, create new markets, improve supply chains, increase access to market infrastructure, and promote long-term economic sustainability.
Bridge Loan Program
ANCA’s Bridge Loan Program helps small businesses and farms move forward with reimbursable grant projects — without waiting for grant funds to arrive. This program provides short-term bridge funding to help you access reimbursement-based grant dollars faster.
Small Business Energy Upgrade Initiative
ANCA’s Small Business Energy Upgrade Initiative, made possible with support from the National Grid Foundation, is designed to improve energy efficiency and affordability for eligible North Country businesses and organizations.
REAP ADK+
Through our REAP ADK+ program, ANCA staff provided free grant preparation and application support for businesses eligible for the USDA’s Rural Energy For America Program (REAP). This federal program provides grant funding to small businesses and farms for energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy systems.