Food Security Grants

Last updated November 10, 2026

Grantable tracks 1,029 active food security grants in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Monogram Loves Kids Foundation Community Grants Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $10K	Not published	$500 – $10K
Community Impact Grants Joy In Childhood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Community Impact Grants benefit nonprofit organizations who can receive funding for a variety of programs that bring joy to kids battling hunger or illness.	Not published	Varies
Essentia Health Community Grant St Mary's Hospital of Superior · Foundation Rolling · Varies Essentia Health prioritizes contributions to non-profit organizations working to address social determinants of health in four key priority areas:	Rolling	Varies
Colonel Robert H. Morse Foundation Grant Morse Col Robert H Fdn Tr · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colonel Robert H. Morse Foundation Grant supports community initiatives that address critical issues such as food insecurity, homelessness, and access to affordable housing in the Greater Beloit area.	Not published	Varies
Compassion Fund United Way of White County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Help those experiencing food insecurity during the holiday season	Not published	Varies
Bethlehem Community Recovery Fund Grant City of Bethlehem · State Not published · $5K – $50K The Bethlehem Community Recovery Fund aims to support nonprofit organizations addressing pandemic-related needs in the community.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Philadelphia DAO Forfeiture Fund- Housing, Food Security, Anti-Poverty and Racial Justice Grant The Philadelphia Foundation · Foundation Not published · $10K – $50K The Philadelphia DAO Forfeiture Fund aims to utilize forfeited funds to support community organizations addressing food insecurity, housing instability, and anti-crime initiatives.	Not published	$10K – $50K
Community Foundation Grants (General Grantmaking) Whitley County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Community Foundation of Whitley County awards grants to deserving nonprofits and community organizations throughout the year to enhance quality of life in Whitley County.	Not published	$1K – $50K
District of Columbia Urban Agriculture Small Award Program Chesapeake Bay Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: This grant opportunity is not a part of the funder's planned program schedule for fiscal year 2025._ The Chesapeake Bay Trust and the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment Office of Urban Agriculture partner for…	Not published	Varies
Elevance Health Foundation: Food as Medicine Grant Elevance Health Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elevance Health Foundation's Food as Medicine Grant aims to enhance access to nutritious foods and improve health outcomes for individuals facing diet-related conditions.	Not published	Varies
FDA's Integrated Food Safety System Training Delivery and Development Food and Drug Administration · Federal Forecast · Varies The purpose of this funding opportunity is to support the advancement of a nationwide, Integrated Food Safety System (IFSS). Only current recipients under RFA-FD-20-024 are eligible to apply for this funding opportunity.	Forecast	Varies
DaisyCares Pet Food Program The Daisy Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies A lifeline program that provides access to free pet food for dogs and cats for families experiencing economic challenges, ensuring pets continue to receive food and care they need.	Not published	Varies
Super School Meals Equipment Grant (Nevada) GenYOUTH Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Community-based initiative providing grants to equip Nevada schools with Grab and Go meal equipment packages.	Not published	Varies
Emerging Philanthropist Grant Program The Foundation for Enhancing Communities · Foundation Not published · $5K The Emerging Philanthropist Grant Program aims to engage emerging leaders in Central PA with philanthropic opportunities.	Not published	$5K
USDA Food Box Program (CSFP) Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · $50 Provide nutritious food for income eligible families and seniors to ease the burden of food costs.	Not published	$50
LIVE UNITED Food Drive Funding United Way of Story County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Rural Grocery Store Sustainability Grant Beulah Convention and Visitors Bureau Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $150K	Not published	Up to $150K
LA Food Equity Fund Community Partners · Foundation Not published · $100K – $20M Priority Populations (14 identified segments): Key Achievements (per Six-Month Interim Report):	Not published	$100K – $20M
COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Emergency funding program to address critical basic needs of households impacted by COVID-19, administered through United Way of Marshall County in partnership with Marshall County Community Foundation.	Rolling	Varies
Creators of Culture Grants CultureSource · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K The Creators of Culture Grants, initiated by CultureSource, aim to enhance access to funding for grassroots arts organizations in Southeast Michigan.	Not published	$2K – $3K
Native Agriculture & Food Systems Scholarship Grant First Nations Development Institute · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Native Agriculture & Food Systems Scholarship, offered by the First Nations Development Institute, aims to empower Native American, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian students pursuing careers in agriculture and food systems.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Nationwide Insurance Foundation Grant Nationwide Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Nationwide Insurance Foundation Grant aims to enhance community quality of life by providing support to nonprofits in areas where many Nationwide members reside.	Not published	Varies
Nature's Path: Gardens for Good Grant Nature's Path Organic · Foundation Not published · $7K Nature's Path's Gardens for Good program empowers communities by funding organic gardens that address food insecurity. Since 2010, it has donated $930,000 CAD to support 120 gardens.	Not published	$7K
Super School Scores Initiative (Bay Area) GenYOUTH Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Varies Community-based initiative in partnership with Oakland Unified School District, Bay Area Host Committee, and purpose-driven supporters to increase access to school meals and physical activity opportunities.	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 10, 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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