Food Security Grants

Last updated November 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,029 active food security grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 32 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 489 list an award amount, with a median of $25K.

Grants tracked: 1,029; from 800 funders
Median award: $25K; middle half $10K–$100K
Total listed funding: $118.1M; across 489 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 53; 50 with a published date

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Drive for 25 Farm to School Grant Adirondack North Country Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant program designed to increase the amount of local produce and other ingredients served and purchased in public schools.	Not published	Varies
Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge- Growth Grants Seeding the Future Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K The Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge, hosted by Welthungerhilfe and funded by the Seeding The Future Foundation, aims to support transformative innovations in food systems, especially in the Global South.	Not published	$100K
Community Grants Marion Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $567K	Not published	$567K
Essentia Health Community Grant Graceville Health Center · Foundation Rolling · Varies Essentia Health prioritizes contributions to non-profit organizations working to address social determinants of health in four key priority areas: Requests for funding are reviewed on a rolling basis. Allow at least 90 days for a response.	Rolling	Varies
Youth Philanthropy Board Grant– Sussex County Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Youth Philanthropy Board Grant in Sussex County aims to support nonprofits that enhance family success, particularly for at-risk families facing mental health challenges, violence, and food insecurity.	Not published	Varies
Vermont Federal Foundation Charitable Contributions Vermont Federal Credit Union · State Not published · Varies Supports its focus areas of sustainability, food security, building strong communities, and affordable and stable housing	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) - Phase 40 United Way of Central New York Inc · Foundation Not published · $164K	Not published	$164K
PCF Operating Grants Pinellas Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Pinellas Community Foundation's PCF Operating Grants provide essential two-year funding to nonprofits, enabling them to address core operational costs such as staffing, infrastructure, and outreach.	Not published	Up to $25K
Sunlight Giving Grants Sunlight Giving · Foundation Not published · Varies Sunlight Giving Grants aim to foster vibrant, diverse communities by ensuring all families have access to essential resources such as stable shelter, food security, and quality healthcare.	Not published	Varies
Ebby Halliday Foundation Grants Ebby Halliday Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ebby Halliday Foundation Grants support charitable organizations that assist women and children, and those facing food and shelter insecurity.	Not published	Varies
LHGM Community Support Grant Larry H Miller and Gail Miller Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The LHGM Community Support Grant, provided by the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation, focuses on enriching communities through support for 501(c)(3) nonprofits.	Not published	Up to $50K
MFF SNAP-Ed Community Impact Grants - RFA (Request for Applications) Michigan Physical Fitness Health and Sports Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies RFA option allows applicants to deliver a locally-relevant packaged program to identified populations in selected settings. Applicants will collaboratively design the program with MFF.	Not published	Varies
Burchell Grants Gorge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
CSHF Grantmaking Program: Summer/Fall Colorado Springs Health Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CSHF Grantmaking Program for Summer/Fall invites proposals focused on food, physical activity, and affordable housing initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grants The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Our review committee will evaluate all Initial Applications (see pre-proposal deadline) and recommend a select number to be invited to the Full Proposal stage._ United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania funds community partners…	Not published	Varies
Pollination Project Farmed Animal Protection Grant The Pollination Project Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Pollination Project Farmed Animal Protection Grant supports grassroots initiatives focused on the welfare of farmed animals and sustainable food systems.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Annual Community Impact Grants program Fallon Community Health Plan Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $45K The Annual Community Impact Grants program by Fallon Health provides funding between $5,000 and $45,000 to support new or existing programs addressing critical community needs.	Not published	$5K – $45K
Community Grants Program The Emeril Lagasse Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Mille Lacs Area Community Foundation Grant Initiative Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mille Lacs Area Community Foundation Grant supports projects in the Mille Lacs Lake Watershed, focusing on environmental stewardship, economic vitality, sustainable farming, and community pride.	Not published	Varies
Community Response Fund Fremont Area Community Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies Rapidly deploy resources to nonprofit organizations in response to urgent community crises (established in response to COVID-19).	Rolling	Varies
Climate Smart for Agriculture Program (CSAP) Grant Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) · Foundation Not published · Up to $500K The Climate Smart Agriculture Program (CSAP) facilitates a streamlined application process by merging various grant categories, including Food Safety, Environmental, and Energy.	Not published	Up to $500K
Thing 123 Foundation: Community Challenge Grant Thing 123 Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thing 123 Foundation's Community Challenge Grant aims to combat hunger in Elmhurst and surrounding areas by matching donations to build a new Community Food Pantry facility.	Not published	Varies
Makah Tribe COVID-19 Emergency Grant Wounded Warriors Family Support Inc · Foundation Not published · $17K In response to the Makah Tribal Council's "Stay Home Stay Healthy Order" enacted March 20, 2020, WWFS provided immediate emergency funding to support 58 tribal veterans and their families facing severe economic hardship from:	Not published	$17K
Springs Close Foundation Grant The Springs Close Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Springs Close Foundation Grant supports tax-exempt organizations serving Chester, Lancaster, and York counties, focusing on programs that address critical needs such as food, shelter, and education.	Not published	Varies

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About food security grants

Food security grants fund initiatives that improve reliable access to affordable, nutritious food, including local food systems, community agriculture, food distribution, and programs linking residents to nutrition resources. USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture funds this work through the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program, which brings food-system stakeholders together to address food-security needs. Feeding America, foundations, and community funders also invest in food-security solutions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do food security grants award?

Of the 1,029 food security grants Grantable lists as of November 11, 2026, 489 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $25K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $100K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most food security grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Food Bank Association of New York State (10), Chef Ann Foundation (9), Food and Drug Administration (9), State Department of Education (6), and United Way of the Bay Area (6). In all, 800 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are food security grants due?

Of 1,029 grants listed, 53 accept applications on a rolling basis, 50 have a published upcoming deadline, 259 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 667 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 62% fall in January–March.

What food security grants are available?

Grants support local and regional food systems, community gardens and urban agriculture, food distribution and rescue, nutrition education, and projects that improve access to healthy food in underserved areas. USDA's Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program is a leading federal source, alongside other USDA food and nutrition programs. Foundations and the Feeding America network fund complementary food-security work.

Who funds food security initiatives?

USDA is the primary federal funder, especially through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program, which targets food-security and local food-system improvements. The Feeding America network, community foundations, and corporate funders such as the Walmart Foundation also support food-security programs. State agencies administer many federal nutrition dollars.

What kinds of projects do food security grants prioritize?

Federal programs like Community Food Projects favor initiatives that build self-reliant local food systems, meet the food needs of low-income communities, and bring multiple food-system stakeholders together. Strong proposals usually show community partnerships, measurable improvements in food access, and a path to sustainability beyond the grant period. Demonstrating local need with data helps applications stand out.

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