How much funding does Campus Connections Food Security Project provide?

Campus Connections Food Security Project provides $235,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for Campus Connections Food Security Project?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

Who is eligible for Campus Connections Food Security Project?

Eligible applicants: ENMU-Ruidoso students, faculty, and staff.

How often is Campus Connections Food Security Project offered?

Campus Connections Food Security Project is described as a one-time opportunity.

Campus Connections Food Security Project

Eastern New Mexico University

Foundation One-time Food Security Grants

Funding Amount

$235,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: One-time opportunity
Tracked since: April 2026

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Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

ENMU-Ruidoso students, faculty, and staff

Other requirements

Vulnerable populations experiencing food insecurity

Overview

Geographic Scope: Eastern New Mexico University - Ruidoso, New Mexico

Program Focus: Food security and student basic needs

Program Description

A project establishing community kitchens where students can access and prepare nutritious food, take cooking classes, and receive a weekly food box. The program will also develop a hunger task force with area partners and connect students with area resources.

Key Components

Community kitchens for food access and preparation
Cooking classes for students
Weekly food box distribution
Hunger task force development with area partners
Resource connection services

Eligibility

ENMU-Ruidoso students, faculty, and staff
Vulnerable populations experiencing food insecurity

Contact Information

Institution: Eastern New Mexico University - Ruidoso
Location: 709 Mechem Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Phone: 575-315-1120

Background

Part of New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's Food Initiative, funded through federal pandemic relief funds via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Since 2021, NMHED has directed $2.1 million toward improving access to healthy food and nutrition services on college campuses. A 2023 statewide survey found that nearly 60% of New Mexico college students are food insecure.