Food Security Grants

Last updated November 11, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,029 active food security grants in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Open Your Heart Summer Challenge Grant Hunger Solutions Minnesota · Foundation Not published · $150 – $95K	Not published	$150 – $95K
Call for Kindness Grant Riley's Way Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Call for Kindness Grant, offered by Riley's Way Foundation, empowers young leaders aged 13-23 to launch impactful social projects focused on kindness and community connection.	Not published	Up to $5K
Partnerships for Local Agriculture & Nutrition Transformation in Schools (PLANTS) Chef Ann Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies PLANTS is a sub-grant program that funds projects led by groups of local partners advancing systemic and equity-driven approaches to transforming school food supply chains.	Not published	Varies
Town Pump Charitable Foundation Grants Town Pump Charitable Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Town Pump Charitable Foundation, established in 1999, supports Montana charitable and governmental organizations focusing on basic needs, education, and community assistance.	Not published	Varies
Eat Well Do Good In-Kind Donations Grant Nature's Path Organic · Foundation Not published · Varies Nature's Path Organic is committed to giving back through its Eat Well Do Good initiative, donating over $2 million worth of organic food annually to those in need.	Not published	Varies
Frederick FEED Grant The Community Foundation of Frederick County Maryland Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K The Frederick FEED Grant, administered by The Community Foundation of Frederick County, aims to enhance food equity and emergency distribution in the community.	Not published	$5K
Near & Far Aid Grants The Near and Far Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Near & Far Aid supports agencies and programs in three main areas: Near & Far Aid funds innovative approaches and partnerships that are the foundation for lasting change.	Not published	Varies
Ascension St. John Health Equity Grant Henry Ford Health St John Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ascension St. John Health Equity Grant aims to enhance health and well-being in Tulsa by addressing social, environmental, and healthcare factors.	Not published	Varies
Food Sovereignty Fund Glynwood Center Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Program to support food sovereignty initiatives within Glynwood's framework of building a just and resilient food system.	Not published	Varies
RISE Grant Program United Food Bank · Foundation Not published · $10K The RISE grant program is designed to elevate food pantry operations and grow the overall impact of the food assistance network within communities. Grants are available for initiatives across three project categories:	Not published	$10K
Boca Cares Grant Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Request for Proposals (RFP) and grant reviews will be conducted throughout the year when the Boca CARES fund balance exceeds a minimum of $15,000. Grants are awarded based on funds availability.	Not published	Varies
Alameda County Emergency Food and Shelter Program United Way of the Bay Area · Foundation Not published · Varies The Emergency Food and Shelter Program was created by Congress in 1983 to help meet the needs of hungry and homeless people throughout the United States and its territories.	Not published	Varies
Growing Justice Fund Program Grant Growing Justice Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Fund for Equitable Good Food Procurement is a multi-donor pooled fund driven by the wisdom and experience of funders, farmers and other workers in the food value chain with shared values and vision.	Not published	$10K – $25K
California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) Expansion – WIC, WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (CA) Grant California Department of Food & Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) Expansion aims to enhance access to fresh fruits and vegetables for WIC, WIC FMNP, and SFMNP shoppers.	Not published	Varies
Holiday Grocery Fund The Okra Project · Foundation Not published · Varies The Okra Project provides the community with grocery support during the holiday season to enable individuals to take care of themselves and their families.	Not published	Varies
Community Health and Hunger Program - Capacity Building Grants Good Shepherd Food Bank · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K Support partners looking to increase their capacity to serve their local communities by increasing the amount of healthy food they can distribute and the number of individuals helped through their programs.	Not published	Up to $25K
Tyson Foods: Community Giving Grants Tyson Foods, Inc. · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K Tyson Foods Community Giving Grants support initiatives that enhance the quality of life for communities and their members.	Not published	$500 – $5K
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations.	Not published	Varies
Back the Pack Rock Hill School District Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A youth-led workforce development program that feeds 850 students weekly.	Not published	Varies
ProVeg Grants Proveg International Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K A grant programme offering expertise and support to high-potential organisations focused on transforming the food system and reducing animal consumption. Focus Areas and Eligible Project Categories:	Not published	$5K – $50K
Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program in Florida: Food Environment - Access to Nutritious Food Grant Mayo Clinic · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mayo Clinic Community Contributions Program in Florida focuses on improving access to nutritious food.	Not published	Varies
Teens for Tomorrow Grant Quad Cities Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Teens for Tomorrow (T4T) is a youth philanthropy group made up of high school students from Rock Island County in Illinois and Scott County in Iowa.	Not published	Varies
Mary E. Bivins Foundation: Healthy Seniors Grant Mary E Bivins Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3K – $50K The Mary E. Bivins Foundation Healthy Seniors Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the Texas Panhandle that enhance the quality of life for older adults.	Not published	$3K – $50K
IL Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Illinois Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The IL Specialty Crop Block Grant Program aims to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops in Illinois, which include fruits, vegetables, and nursery crops.	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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