Food Security Grants

Last updated November 10, 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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Kroger Foundation: Donation Request Grant The Kroger CO Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kroger Foundation is dedicated to uplifting communities through significant charitable contributions, having donated over $1.9 billion in the past six years.	Not published	Varies
Kentucky Proud Buy Local Program KCARD Active Grants (Agriculture) · State Not published · Varies Supports Kentucky Proud restaurants, caterers, schools and other food service participants that source and support local farms. Provides quarterly reimbursement opportunities for eligible local food purchases.	Not published	Varies
Lancaster Cares COVID-19 Response Fund Lancaster County Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $1K – $10K Lancaster Cares is designed to provide essential support for Lancaster families during the COVID-19 crisis.	Rolling	$1K – $10K
Michigan Specialty Crop Block Grants Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $125K The Michigan Specialty Crop Block Grant Program supports projects to enhance the competitiveness of Michigan's specialty crops, including fruits, vegetables, and horticulture.	Not published	Up to $125K
Gismondi Family Foundation Grant Gismondi Family Foundation Co Mr John · Foundation Not published · Varies The Gismondi Family Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations in the Pittsburgh region, focusing on essential needs such as food, shelter, education, and medical care.	Not published	Varies
Community Shopping Days Grant Community Food Co-op · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Shopping Days Grant supports local nonprofits and organizations in Bellingham and Whatcom County by providing 2% of combined sales from Co-op locations on designated shopping days.	Not published	Varies
Community Impact Grant Community Foundation of Morgan County · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Impact Grant supports nonprofits working to create sustainable pathways of success for those they serve, with particular focus on school-aged children and families in Morgan County.	Not published	Varies
2026 Community Investment Grants United Way of Grant County Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Programs in health, education, and financial stability that support: United Way of Grant County has been a cornerstone of community support since 1956.	Not published	Varies
Shelter & Food Security Program The Joe W and Dorothy D Brown · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Unsolicited prospective applicants are welcome to tender a Letter of Interest (LOI) consistent with the instructions provided on the Letter of Interest webpage ,_ found here, _to provide information on their charitable activities…	Not published	Varies
Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Youth Grants Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K The Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Youth Grants empower young changemakers aged 5 to 25 to create impactful projects addressing childhood hunger. Grants of $500 are available to projects engaging at least 50 youth volunteers.	Not published	$1K
Health and Environmental Justice Grant The Connecticut Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $15K The Health and Environmental Justice Grant aims to address health disparities influenced by environmental factors in communities, particularly in Waterbury, Connecticut.	Not published	$5K – $15K
New Seasons Market Donation Requests Grant New Seasons Market · Foundation Not published · $100 – $500 New Seasons Market offers donation requests to 501c3 nonprofit organizations addressing food insecurity through equitable systems and immediate relief. Please allow 4 weeks for processing, as only approved requests will receive responses.	Not published	$100 – $500
All Together NM Fund Los Alamos Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Emergency grants to nonprofit organizations and federally-recognized tribes providing relief to New Mexico communities affected by wildfires (2022 reactivation) The All Together NM Fund was originally established in 2020 in response to…	Not published	Up to $5K
Commodity Supplemental Food Program Executive - Office of Management and Budget · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
iCAP Implementation Grant Program The Western New York Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The iCAP Implementation Grant Program by the Western New York Foundation aims to support organizations that have completed iCAP or iCAP Core.	Not published	Varies
Rural Community Health Fund (RCHF) Greater Fayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
True Inspiration Awards Grant Chick-fil-A Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $30K – $350K The True Inspiration Awards, established by Chick-fil-A in 2015, recognizes nonprofit organizations that significantly impact their communities.	Not published	$30K – $350K
ReTreeUS Back-to-School Garden Program United Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies To inspire generations of food growers, environmental stewards and problem solvers through experiential education in orchards and gardens. A fruitful educational garden in every community.	Not published	Varies
Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden Opportunities Grant Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Glacier Hills Legacy Fund Golden Opportunities grant program, managed by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, aims to enhance the well-being of vulnerable older adults in Washtenaw County.	Not published	Varies
Hunger Relief Grant Program Community Foundation for MetroWest Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Hunger Relief Grant Program, established by the Foundation for MetroWest, aims to combat food insecurity across more than 30 communities in the MetroWest region.	Not published	Up to $5K
Sensata Foundation Grant Sensata Technologies Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $25K The Sensata Foundation, established in 2017, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting community development and STEM education across the U.S. With a focus on improving access to STEM resources and empowering youth, the Foundation partners with…	Not published	$5K – $25K
Health & Human Services: Basic Human Needs Farmington Bank Community · Foundation Not published · Varies Farmington Bank Community Foundation, which continues the 167 year legacy of the former Farmington Bank, provides financial support to non-profit organizations and community programs that help create opportunities for a better life by…	Not published	Varies
Regeneration International Micro-Grant Competition Regeneration International · Foundation Not published · $1K Announced in conjunction with the launch of The Regeneration Hub (RHub), an interactive online platform connecting project holders, individuals, funders, and communities focused on regenerative agriculture.	Not published	$1K
Will County COVID-19 Response Fund United Way of Will County · Foundation Not published · $100K – $750K The Will County COVID-19 Response Fund is an extension of the Will County Disaster & Community Crisis Fund (originally created after the devastating Plainfield Tornado).	Not published	$100K – $750K

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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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