Food Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 114 active food grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 1 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 32 list an award amount, with a median of $10K.

Grants tracked: 114; from 97 funders
Median award: $10K; middle half $5,000–$25K
Total listed funding: $17.4M; across 32 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 4; 10 with a published date

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Department of Human Services - Grants and RFPs Human Services Department · State Not published · Varies Learn about grants, requests for proposals (RFP) and requests for information (RFIs) issued by the Department of Human Services (DHS). Responders may need to meet certain criteria or use DHS templates in preparing a proposal.	Not published	Varies
Basic Needs Grant - Food, Clothing, and Shelter W W Smith Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · $5K The W. W. Smith Charitable Trust provides funding through its Basic Needs Grant to nonprofits in the Greater Philadelphia area, focusing on food, clothing, and shelter assistance. Priority is given to vulnerable children and seniors.	Not published	$5K
Child and Adult Care Food Program State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Funds are used to offset meal and supplement costs to public, private nonprofit or proprietary centers licensed to provide non-residential childcare services for daycare homes, eligible centers and non-residential eligible adult daycare…	Not published	Varies
Congregate Meals (III-C1) and Home Delivered Meals (III-C2) - Kankakee County Ageguide Northeastern Illinois Area on Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies Brianne Moser, Manager of Grants Administration	Not published	Varies
Carrie S. Orleans Trust Grant Carrie S Orleans Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Carrie S. Orleans Trust Grant supports organizations in Dallas County that provide food and clothing to the needy, promoting inclusivity regardless of race or creed.	Not published	Varies
NSLP Equipment Assistance Grant Illinois State Board of Education · Foundation Not published · $1K – $25K The NSLP Equipment Assistance Grant, provided by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service, aims to support Illinois schools in acquiring essential equipment for the National School Lunch Program.	Not published	$1K – $25K
Food Distribution Program State Department of Education · State Not published · Varies Provides USDA commodities to eligible public, private nonprofit schools, and residential child care institutions. County Government, Municipalities/Towns, Non-Profit, State Colleges, State University, State Government	Not published	Varies
Food Policy & Advocacy Legacy Award Les Dames Descoffier of Washington DC · Foundation Not published · Varies Cary Kelly (Committee Chair) or Christi (contact via lesdamesdc.org) Les Dames d'Escoffier Washington, D.C. Regional Chapter	Not published	Varies
Jack’s Community Grants Jack in the Box Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies At Jack in the Box, we know the value of being original. For over 70 years, our unique style and way of doing things has revolutionized the fast-food industry.	Not published	Varies
Union Benevolent Association: Spring Direct Service Grant Union Benevolent Association · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Union Benevolent Association is offering the Spring Direct Service Grant aimed at nonprofits serving Southwest Philadelphia.	Not published	Up to $20K
CSCF Fall Grant Cycle Cherokee Strip Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Community grants distributed to nonprofit organizations in the service area.	Not published	Varies
Mental Health & Human Services Grant Program City of Lafayette, Colorado · State Not published · Varies The City of Lafayette's Mental Health & Human Services Grant Program supports nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to Lafayette residents.	Not published	Varies
Growing Justice Fund Program Grant Growing Justice Fund · Foundation Not published · $10K – $25K The Fund for Equitable Good Food Procurement is a multi-donor pooled fund driven by the wisdom and experience of funders, farmers and other workers in the food value chain with shared values and vision.	Not published	$10K – $25K
Department of Education - Grants Education Department · State Not published · Varies The Grants Management Directory provides all information about competitive and formula grants available through the Minnesota Department of Education in a centralized publicly available location.	Not published	Varies
Holiday Grocery Fund The Okra Project · Foundation Not published · Varies The Okra Project provides the community with grocery support during the holiday season to enable individuals to take care of themselves and their families.	Not published	Varies
Rotary Club of Portsmouth: Basic Needs Grant The Charitable Division of the Rotary Club of Portsmouth · Foundation Not published · $3K The Rotary Club of Portsmouth's Basic Needs Grant Fund provides essential support for food, shelter, healthcare, and clothing to families in the Portsmouth community.	Not published	$3K
Senior Nutrition - Congregate Meals Maryland Department of Aging · State Not published · Varies The Senior Nutrition Congregate Meals Program offers meals and related nutrition services to older adults in a variety of community gathering places.	Not published	Varies
Urgent Needs Grants Program United Midcoast Charities Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies Emergency funding for agencies facing urgent/emergency situations.	Rolling	Varies
Anthony F. Cordeiro Charitable Foundation Grant Anthony F Cordeiro Charitable Foundation Incorporated · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Anthony F. Cordeiro Charitable Foundation Grant aims to support nonprofit organizations in southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island that enhance the lives of families and children.	Not published	Up to $5K
Nicor Gas: Pillar Grants - Basic Human Needs and Energy Assistance Nicor Gas · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K Nicor Gas offers the Pillar Grants program to support organizations focused on Basic Human Needs and Energy Assistance.	Not published	Up to $5K
Senior and Family Services Grant Sacramento Region Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Senior and Family Services Grant offers vital funding to nonprofits in Sacramento County aimed at assisting seniors and low-income families.	Not published	Varies
Houston Food Bank: Kids Cafe Grant Program The Houston Food Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies The Houston Food Bank's Kids Cafe Grant Program provides year-round access to nutritious meals for children in southeast Texas.	Not published	Varies
Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Charitable Donations Grant Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Charitable Donations program emphasizes community engagement through food relief, educational enhancements, and inclusive art initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Harry M., Miriam C. and William C. Horton Fund Grant Harry M Miriam C Will C Horton F · Foundation Not published · $3K – $10K The Harry M., Miriam C. and William C. Horton Fund Grant, established in 1948, supports public, charitable, educational, or religious purposes primarily benefiting the people of Rhode Island.	Not published	$3K – $10K

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About food grants for nonprofits

Food grants for nonprofits fund a wide range of work to feed communities, from emergency food and meal programs to nutrition education, food rescue, and local food systems. USDA is the leading federal funder through programs such as The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program. The Feeding America network, corporate funders like the Walmart Foundation, and community foundations provide additional food-program grants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do food grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 114 food grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 23, 2026, 32 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $10K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $25K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most food grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are State Department of Education (5), Adirondack North Country Association Inc (3), United Midcoast Charities Inc (3), Ageguide Northeastern Illinois Area on Aging (2), and Central Montcalm Community Foundation (2). In all, 97 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are food grants for nonprofits due?

Of 114 grants listed, 4 accept applications on a rolling basis, 10 have a published upcoming deadline, 19 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 81 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What food grants are available for nonprofits?

Nonprofits can pursue grants for food purchasing and distribution, meal programs, food rescue, nutrition education, cold storage and equipment, and local food-system projects. USDA programs including TEFAP and the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program are major federal sources, complemented by the Feeding America network and private foundations. The right fit depends on whether your need is food, equipment, programming, or operations.

Who funds food programs for nonprofits?

USDA is the primary federal funder, supporting emergency food via TEFAP and local food systems via the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Community Food Projects grant. The Feeding America network distributes food and grants to member food banks and partner agencies, and corporate funders such as the Walmart Foundation fund food rescue and infrastructure. Community foundations and state agencies provide further support.

How should a nonprofit choose the right food grant to apply for?

Match the funder to your specific need: partner with your regional food bank and state TEFAP agency for ongoing food supply, pursue Walmart Foundation or Feeding America capacity grants for equipment and food rescue, and apply for USDA Community Food Projects funding for local food-system initiatives. Read each program's eligibility and priorities carefully, since federal dollars often flow through state or food-bank intermediaries rather than directly. Aligning your proposal with the funder's stated goals improves your odds.

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