Food Security Grants

Food Security Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

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EPISCOPAL COMMUNITY SERVICES OF THE DIOCESE OF NEW JERSEY INC · April 24, 2026 · Annual Foundation

2026 Community Harvest Microgrant Overview: Episcopal Community Services of the Diocese of New Jersey (ECS-NJ) launched the 2026 Community Harvest Microgrant to help support the continued growth of…

UNITED WAY OF GRANT COUNTY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

2026 Community Investment Grants Organization: United Way of Grant County Inc Status: Open - Letter of Interest (LOI) window is currently open as of December 3, 2025 Geographic Scope: Grant County,…

THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF WILL · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Community Partner Grants Program Funder: The Community Foundation of Will County Geographic Scope: Will County, Illinois Priority Areas: Health, education, human services, and the arts About the…

Deaf Organizations Fund · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

2026 Impact Grant for Deaf Organizations Status: Currently closed (was accepting applications through March 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM CT). Funding decisions will be announced in May 2026. Geographic Scope:…

FIRST NATIONS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE · April 14, 2026 · Annual Foundation

2026 Native Food Security Grant Award Amount: $10,000 to $40,000 per grant Number of Awards: Multiple grants Overview First Nations will award multiple grants to Native-led and Native-serving…

US $10,000 - US $40,000
FIRST NATIONS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE · Rolling / Open Foundation

2026 Native Food Sovereignty Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: First Nations Development Institute Amount: US $10,000 - US $40,000 Last Updated: March 05, 2026 Summary Overview About First Nations…

ANDROSCOGGIN BANK'S MAINSTREET FDN · Rolling / Open Foundation

25K for Kids Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Androscoggin Bank MainStreet Foundation Amount: US $25,000 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The 25K for Kids Grant, offered by the Androscoggin Bank…

More than US $20,000
AMARILLO AREA FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

AAF Discretionary Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Amarillo Area Foundation Amount: More than US $20,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The AAF Discretionary Grant, offered by the Amarillo Area…

THE EMERIL LAGASSE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund - Human Service Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Emeril Lagasse Foundation Amount: Up to US $20,000 Last Updated: December 04, 2025 Summary The Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund, a…

ARKANSAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview Access to Local Foods Grants Arkansas Community Foundation is seeking proposals for projects that will increase Arkansans’ access to locally grown and produced foods and/or strengthen the…

THE JEWISH FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

Access to Quality Care Geographic Scope: Metropolitan Detroit, with priority on urban communities Focus Areas: High-quality health-promoting services; temporarily expanded to include food banks, food…

The Colorado Trust · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: Letter of Inquiry Deadline above designates the deadline to register for The Colorado Trust’s grants portal which is required to apply for a grant._ The Colorado Trust Our Vision All…

US $2,000 - US $5,000
WOMENS FOUNDATION OF NEW JERSEY A NJ NONPROFIT CORPORATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Action Against Hunger Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Womens Foundation of New Jersey Amount: US $2,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 28, 2025 Summary Action Against Hunger Grants provide essential…

US $1,000 - US $5,000
ADELAIDE DAWSON LYNCH MEM TRUST · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adelaide Dawson Lynch Trust Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adelaide Dawson Lynch Trust Amount: US $1,000 - US $5,000 Last Updated: August 14, 2025 Summary The Adelaide Dawson Lynch Trust Grant,…

ADELARD & VALEDA ROY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Adelard A. and Valeda Lea Roy Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adelard And Valeda Roy Foundation Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000 Last Updated: September 12, 2025 Summary The Adelard A. and…

AFFINITY LEGACY INC · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Affinity Legacy Community Grant Program Overview: Affinity Legacy provides grants to eligible organizations that provide services to people within Affinity's 10-county service area. The program aims…

Omaha Community Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

African American Unity Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Omaha Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $30,000 Last Updated: January 16, 2026 Summary The African American Unity Fund Grant, managed by…

United Way of Wilson County & the Upper Cumberland · Rolling / Open Foundation

Agency Funding Application Funder: United Way of Wilson County & the Upper Cumberland Geographic Scope: Wilson County and Upper Cumberland region, Tennessee Overview: United Way provides funding to…

$2,500 - $25,000 (varies by county: Chenango $25,000, Delaware $5,000, Otsego $10,000, Madison $10,000)
UNITED WAY OF MADISON COUNTY INC · September 30, 2026 · Annual Foundation

Agency Grant Application Funder: United Way of Mid Rural New York (UWMRNY) Geographic Scope: Four-county region including Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, and Madison counties in New York Program Type:…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of food security grants are available?
Food Security Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for food security grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for food security grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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