Food Security Grants

Last updated November 9, 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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JLSF Community Partner Grants The Junior League of San Francisco Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $35K The JLSF Community Partner Grants aim to enhance women's leadership and support essential needs in the San Francisco community through strategic partnerships with local nonprofits.	Not published	$5K – $35K
IFT Seed Grants Institute of Food Technologists · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Challenge is intended for initiatives where at least some experiments already have been conducted to develop prototypes or have shown initial proof of concept, demonstrating feasibility.	Not published	Varies
Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Grant Kentucky Department of Education · Foundation Not published · Varies The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP), managed by the Kentucky Department of Education, aims to enhance fresh produce consumption among elementary school students across the nation.	Not published	Varies
School Breakfast Grants (Kellogg Company Partnership) Action for Healthy Kids · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Wish Book Grant San Jose Mercury News Wish Book Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wish Book Grant, initiated by the San Jose Mercury News, supports local nonprofits in the Bay Area by providing funding through a holiday fundraising campaign.	Not published	Varies
Gorman Foundation Grants Owen T & Alice M Gorman Testamentary · Foundation Not published · $100 – $100K The Gorman Foundation Grants, established in 2003, aim to enhance quality of life through funding for IRS 501(c)(3) organizations in areas such as social welfare, community education, and environmental efforts.	Not published	$100 – $100K
Dylan Todd Simonds Foundation Grant Hillman Family Foundations · Foundation Not published · Varies The Dylan Todd Simonds Foundation Grant is dedicated to fostering environmental resilience and social justice, particularly in the Bay Area and Pittsburgh.	Not published	Varies
McCarthy Family Foundation Charity Fund Grant McCarthy Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The McCarthy Family Foundation Charity Fund, established in 1956, focuses on supporting nonprofits in Massachusetts, particularly those addressing education, food, health, and housing needs.	Not published	Varies
Child and Adult Care Food Program - Federal Grant Dept of Education Grants · State Not published · Varies Federal grant program for child and adult care food services. Applications continue throughout the year with start date of April 1, 2026.	Not published	Varies
Sunny Bug Farmette Fund Slow Food Co-Denver · Foundation Not published · $5K	Not published	$5K
Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation Community Grants Arizona Dental Insurance Service Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $30K The Foundation's Community Grants award Arizona nonprofits $5,000-$30,000 (plus dental supplies as needed) to promote oral-health practices and increase access to dental care for underserved children, pregnant women, seniors, and (since…	Not published	$5K – $30K
Heart of Steamboat Community Fund Grant Heart of Steamboat United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K The Heart of Steamboat Community Fund, established in 1984, supports non-profit organizations in Routt and Moffat Counties with annual grants ranging from $500 to $2,500, totaling up to $32,000.	Not published	$500 – $3K
New Seasons Market Community Grant Program New Seasons Market · Foundation Not published · Varies The New Seasons Market Community Grant Program supports organizations addressing food insecurity through racial equity initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Lift A Life Foundation: Community Impact Grant Lift a Life Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $50K The Lift A Life Foundation's Community Impact Grant provides funding to nonprofits in Kentucky, focusing on Early Childhood Education, Food Insecurity, and Military & First Responder Family Support.	Not published	$5K – $50K
Irving J. Symons Foundation Award Sonora Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · $40K – $50K Recognizes organizations with positive impact on the Tuolumne County community. The Irving J. Symons Foundation is a supporting organization of Sonora Area Foundation, established to provide grants for significant community impact.	Not published	$40K – $50K
Micro Grants Program Farm Training Collective NYC Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K Farm School NYC is distributing 10 Micro Grants of $10,000 each that can be used to improve a growing space, dive deeper into conservation practices, share information with community about food and farming, and advance a project through…	Not published	$10K
Venable Foundation Grants Venable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Venable Foundation, a corporate funder, provides grants averaging $10,000 to nonprofits focused on human services, legal support, education, workforce development, youth impact, health, environment, and arts.	Not published	$10K
IFT: Growth Grants Institute of Food Technologists · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: The Challenge is intended for initiatives where at least some experiments already have been conducted to develop prototypes or have shown initial proof of concept, demonstrating feasibility.	Not published	Varies
Community Chest Annual Grants The Community Chest of Englewood · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Community Chest Annual Grants provide financial support to nonprofits in New Jersey, focusing on key areas including mental health services, food insecurity, home care, educational enhancement, and racial justice education.	Not published	Up to $20K
School Breakfast Collaboration Grant Project Bread-the Walk for Hunger Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $4K The School Breakfast Collaboration Grant, offered by Project Bread, aims to assist Massachusetts schools in developing and expanding breakfast programs to combat hunger.	Not published	Up to $4K
Murphy Family Foundation Grant Murphy Family Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Murphy Family Foundation, established in 1986, focuses on combating poverty in the greater Cleveland area. It primarily supports organizations that provide food, shelter, and educational services to the disadvantaged.	Not published	Varies
CTF: Rooted in Justice Grants Cedar Tree Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $56K The CTF: Rooted in Justice Grants program aims to empower youth aged 12 to 20 by funding community-based organizations that engage them in environmental and food justice initiatives.	Not published	Up to $56K
Kentucky Conference Mission Grants: Kentucky Conference The Kentucky Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Up to $2K The Kentucky Conference Mission Grants provide financial support for mission work within the Kentucky Annual Conference and internationally.	Not published	Up to $2K
Target Grants & Corporate Giving Denver Urban Gardens · Foundation Not published · $25 – $500	Not published	$25 – $500

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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 9, 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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