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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Chipotle Cultivate Foundation Grant Program Chipotle Cultivate Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chipotle Cultivate Foundation Grant Program supports 501(c)3 non-profits dedicated to making real food accessible and fostering community growth.	Not published	Varies
Older Americans Act Title III-C (Nutrition Services) Metropolitan Area Agency on Aging Inc · Foundation Not published · $7.9M Supports nutrition services for older adults, including:	Not published	$7.9M
South Central Idaho Grants- Chobani Community Impact Fund Grant Idaho Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K – $20K The Chobani Community Impact Fund Grant supports initiatives aimed at enhancing food and nutrition security in Twin Falls and Jerome counties. With a total of $100,000 available, grants typically range from $5,000 to $20,000.	Not published	$5K – $20K
Accessing Healthy Foods The Colorado Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Letter of Inquiry Deadline above designates the deadline to register for The Colorado Trust’s grants portal which is required to apply for a grant._ All Coloradans have fair and equal opportunities to lead healthy, productive lives…	Not published	Varies
Food Security Grants Arkansas Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Special grant program administered by Arkansas Community Foundation focused on food security issues.	Not published	Varies
Nourish New York Food Bank Association of New York State · Foundation Not published · $50M Provides funding to the ten member food banks of Feeding New York State to purchase New York State-produced farm products.	Not published	$50M
Elizabeth M. Pfriem Foundation Grant Elizabeth M PFRIEM Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Elizabeth M. Pfriem Foundation, established in 2015 in Rye Brook, New York, is committed to enhancing the human condition through grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.	Not published	Varies
Alaska Tilth Expansion Program (Mat-Su Health Foundation Coronavirus Prevention and Response Grant) Alaska Pacific University Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K In the five years prior to this grant, Alaska Tilth distributed over 8,000 pounds of food reaching well over 1,000 individuals at Mat-Su Valley locations including:	Not published	$50K
NHEC Foundation Community Grants Program New Hampshire Electric Co-Op Foundation · Foundation Not published · $2K – $20K	Not published	$2K – $20K
Bald Peak Community Fund Grant Bald Peak Community Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bald Peak Community Fund, now in its 23rd year, has contributed over $2.8 million to local charitable organizations, focusing on food and heating assistance as well as services for children and the elderly in the Lakes Region.	Not published	Varies
Newman’s Own Foundation: Food Justice for Kids Prize Grant Newman's Own Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Newman’s Own Foundation is offering the Food Justice for Kids Prize, providing up to $100,000 in grant funding over two years for organizations promoting food justice for children in the U.S. This initiative focuses on Indigenous Food…	Not published	Up to $100K
DeKalb County Human Services Grant Program DeKalb County (Georgia) · Foundation Not published · Varies The DeKalb County Human Services Grant Program supports local non-profits focused on improving community welfare.	Not published	Varies
Charis Fund Grant Charis Fund · Foundation Not published · $3K – $8K The Charis Fund Grant supports non-profit organizations in California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada, focusing on social welfare, health, and education.	Not published	$3K – $8K
Food Access Emergency Grants Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Food Access Emergency Grants are essential for nonprofit organizations in the Mahoning Valley facing urgent funding needs due to the federal government shutdown.	Not published	Up to $5K
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Grants Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation, established in 2001, has awarded over $17.5 million to combat hunger in its operating areas.	Not published	Varies
Arctic Slope Community Foundation 2026 Local Grants Program Arctic Slope Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Arctic Slope Community Foundation (ASCF) runs an annual Local Grants Program with rolling quarterly deadlines, granting to eligible nonprofit organizations across the 8 communities of Alaska's Arctic Slope region (from Point Hope down…	Rolling	Varies
David B. Lichtenstein Foundation Grants David B Lichtenstein Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The David B. Lichtenstein Foundation, a private philanthropic organization, supports various charitable initiatives in Missouri.	Not published	Varies
Stop & Shop School Food Pantry Program Grant Stop & Shop Helping Hands Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Stop & Shop School Food Pantry Program addresses childhood food insecurity by partnering with schools to establish or support food pantries.	Not published	Varies
The Paul & Helen Charitable Trust Grants Paul & Helen Ellis Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Paul & Helen Charitable Trust Grants focus on enhancing the lives of children and senior adults in Niagara and Erie Counties, NY, especially in the Black Rock/Riverside area.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Vela Foundation Grant The Vela Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Vela Foundation Grant supports nonprofit organizations focused on improving nutrition and wellness in underserved communities, particularly those with annual budgets under $5 million.	Not published	Varies
SeedMoney Crowdfunding Competition Denver Urban Gardens · Foundation Not published · Up to $1K	Not published	Up to $1K
Hurricane Helene Relief Fund Burke County United Way · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide emergency assistance to Burke County residents affected by Hurricane Helene (October 2024) for unmet needs related to recovery	Not published	Varies
MDRF COVID-19 Immediate Food Needs Hunger Solutions Minnesota · Foundation Not published · $250K	Not published	$250K
Emergency Food & Shelter Program United Way of Matanuska-Susitna · Foundation Not published · $88K – $500M Federal funding from the Department of Homeland Security distributed through a Local Board to address hunger and homelessness.	Not published	$88K – $500M

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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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