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.
Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Grant Funder: United Way of Cumberland County (UWCC) - administers on behalf of federal government Program Type: Federal program administered by the U.S.…
Overview _NOTE: Phase 41 EFSP Applications are CLOSED_**. ** Background The Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) was created by Congress in 1983 to supplement and expand the work of local social…
Emergency Food & Shelter Program Funding Geographic Scope: Orange County, California Overview: Funding opportunity listed under Orange County United Way's Community Investments section for emergency…
Emergency Food & Shelter Program Grants Funder: United Way Quad Cities Geographic Scope: Quad Cities (Scott and Rock Island counties) Overview: United Way Quad Cities administers grants through the…
Emergency Food & Shelter Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Brown County United Way Last Updated: October 23, 2025 Summary The Emergency Food & Shelter Program Grants, initiated in 1983, aim to…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program Funder: United Way of Cowlitz & Wahkiakum Counties Geographic Scope: Cowlitz and Wahkiakum Counties, WA Focus Area: Emergency assistance with food and shelter needs…
Overview _NOTE: Federal EFSP funds are on hold. In January, the U.S. Office of Management & Budget (OMB) released a memo to federal agencies requiring a temporary pause on all activities related to…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Overview: The EFSP was created in 1983 to supplement and expand the work of local social service agencies, both nonprofit and governmental, in an effort to…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Overview: Federal program established in 1983 by Congress to supplement local efforts providing emergency shelter and food to people in need. Geographic…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Funder: United Way of 1000 Lakes (administers locally for Itasca County) Program Type: Federal emergency relief funding administered through the Department…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) - Local Agency Grants Funder: United Way of York County, SC (administering federal funds) Federal Source: Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program,…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) - Phase 38 Funder: Burke County United Way Amount: $31,602 in supplemental funds Purpose: Provide supplemental funds to emergency food and shelter programs…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) - Phase 40 Funder: Department of Homeland Security (DHS) / Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Geographic Scope: Onondaga County Jurisdiction (CNY)…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Phase 39 Funder: United Way of Northeast Michigan Geographic Scope: Northeast Michigan counties (Alpena, Alcona, Montmorency, and other qualifying…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Phase 41 Status: Active (application window opens April 5, 2026; closes April 26, 2026) Geographic Scope: United Way of Greater Cincinnati service area…
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Phase ARPAR Funder: United Way of Northeast Michigan Geographic Scope: Northeast Michigan counties (Alpena, Alcona, Montmorency, and other qualifying…
Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Purpose: Provide emergency food assistance for individuals and families in need. Geographic Scope: South Central Michigan service area TEFAP Eligibility…
Emergency Readiness Fund Overview: An integral part of United Way of the Wine Country's mission to help families and individuals improve financial stability. Donations made to the Emergency Readiness…
Emergency SNAP Relief Grants Overview: Emergency grants specifically designed to support small food businesses experiencing substantial decreases in SNAP/EBT revenue due to SNAP benefit disruptions.…
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Funder: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Geographic Scope: Reading/Berks County, Pennsylvania Program Purpose: The ESG program provides funding…