Michael Fields Agricultural Institute
The official website for Michael Fields Agricultural Institute (based in East Troy, WI) describes the organization's mission to foster resilient, regenerative agriculture through research, education, and policy advocacy. The site includes program pages (research, farmer networks, policy), an events calendar, a shop for Fields Best products, and contact information.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A regional nonprofit or university working on regenerative agriculture, farmer networks, education, or related policy and conservation, typically based in Wisconsin or nearby states and seeking general operating support.
Good Fit
- • Work directly supports regenerative agriculture, farmer education, or local food systems.
- • Organizational presence or partnerships in Wisconsin or neighboring states (MN, IL).
- • Requests for general operating support or multi-year program support rather than narrowly restricted pilot funding.
- • Established organization with demonstrated track record or prior relationships in the regional ag/food ecosystem.
Geography
Giving is regionally concentrated: the largest share of dollars flows to Wisconsin but recipients in Minnesota and Illinois also appear; three states received grants in the latest year.
Recipient Variety
The funder supported 9 distinct recipients in 2024 and 12–13 in prior years, showing a moderate and recurring set of independent grantees rather than a single beneficiary or an extremely narrow circle.
New Applicants
Direct evidence shows new recipients were funded in recent years (multiple new grantees in 2023 and 2024), and a public website with a grants email and contact form provides an entry route, though no formal application guidelines were posted.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
