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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Detroit Industrial School Grant Detroit Industrial School · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Detroit Industrial School Grant provides vital funding for projects benefiting children in the Tri-County area.	Not published	Up to $5K
Community Grants Program Ocean Reef Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2M The Ocean Reef Community Foundation's annual Community Grants Program provides substantial funding to nonprofit organizations serving neighboring areas in the Upper Keys, Homestead, and Florida City.	Not published	$2M
Home Gardens Program Growing Gardens · Foundation Rolling · Varies A community-based program that partners with diverse, multi-generational families to build and sustain food-producing home and community gardens through multilingual and culturally-relevant programming.	Rolling	Varies
Power of the Purse Grant Program The Northern Cincinnai Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Power of the Purse (POP) Fund is a women's giving circle dedicated to strengthening the community by providing grant funds to non-profit organizations serving the interests of women & children in West Chester and Liberty Townships.	Not published	Varies
WCCF: Wayne County Emergency Response Fund Grant Wayne County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wayne County Emergency Response Fund, established in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, provides essential emergency grants to nonprofit organizations serving Wayne County, Ohio.	Not published	Varies
CMCF: Penny’s Way, Food & Clothing Funds' Grant Central Montcalm Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The CMCF: Penny’s Way, Food & Clothing Funds' Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations providing food and clothing to those in need in Montcalm County.	Not published	Varies
Community Incubator Kitchen Project Faith in Place · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Chain of Checks Grant The Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley · Foundation Not published · $3K – $5K The Chain of Checks Grant, established in 1986 by Barry Lee, has raised nearly $2 million to support various nonprofits in the community.	Not published	$3K – $5K
Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) serves as the administrator of the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) in the USVI.	Not published	Varies
Rural Field to Market Grant Northeast Entrepreneur Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Direct support grants for Minnesota farm and food businesses.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) Community Action Agency of South Central Michigan · Foundation Not published · Varies Provide emergency food assistance for individuals and families in need.	Not published	Varies
LEE Initiative's Culinary Education Program Lee Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K A program that addresses gaps in job training and preparedness for high school students and young people in the Louisville, Kentucky community.	Not published	$5K
Older Americans Act Services - Access Services, Transportation, Meals, and Caregiver Services Ageguide Northeastern Illinois Area on Aging · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
WSFS Foundation Grant WSFS Cares Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The mission of the WSFS CARES Foundation is to support qualified nonprofit service organizations within our regional footprint that are invested in improving communities, fostering a spirit of inclusion and diversity and whose focus aligns…	Not published	Varies
HI GGAP Food Hub & Aggregators Application North Shore EVP · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Increased Recycling of Empty Glass Beverage Containers Grant Program (CA) California Department of Resources, Recycling, and Recovery (CalRecycle) · Foundation Not published · $500K – $2M The Increased Recycling of Empty Glass Beverage Containers Grant Program in California aims to enhance glass recycling efforts by funding regional pilot programs.	Not published	$500K – $2M
FEMA Emergency Food and Shelter Program (Phase 42) Pikes Peak United Way · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal emergency assistance program for food and shelter needs in the Pikes Peak Region.	Not published	Varies
Emergency Food Assistance Program Executive - Office of Management and Budget · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
SECURA Insurance Companies Charitable Fund Grants Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies SECURA Insurance Companies Charitable Fund Grants support local nonprofit organizations in the Fox Valley area that provide essential services such as food, clothing, shelter, arts, education, and environmental initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Conservation Fund and CSX Transportation - Solar-Powered Delivery Truck Grant Adirondack North Country Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grant to fund a solar-powered refrigerated truck for safe and efficient transport of food from local farms and producers.	Not published	Varies
Green Grocer Program Detroit Economic Growth Association · Foundation Not published · Varies A DEGC-managed small business support program (specific details limited in provided materials)	Not published	Varies
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
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
Najim Family Foundation Grant Harvey E Najim Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Najim Family Foundation Grant aims to support 501(c)(3) organizations serving children in the Greater San Antonio area. Grants focus on vital areas such as food, shelter, clothing, education, and mental health.	Not published	Varies

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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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