Food Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 23, 2026

Grantable tracks 114 active food grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from 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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Grant Cycle 3 - Essential Needs Grant Permanent Endowment Fund of Moody Methodist Church · Foundation Not published · Varies The Essential Needs Grant by the Permanent Endowment Fund aims to support individuals, families, and communities in meeting their basic human needs.	Not published	Varies
Donations & Sponsorships Request Grant Community Food Co-op · Foundation Not published · Varies The Community Food Co-op invites applications for donations and sponsorships to support local initiatives in Whatcom County.	Not published	Varies
Frank B. Hazard General Charity Fund Grant F B Hazard-Gen Charity FD · Foundation Not published · Varies The Frank B. Hazard General Charity Fund, established in 1924, focuses on supporting nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to low-income populations in Providence, Rhode Island.	Not published	Varies
CSPI Food Policy Catalyst Subgrants Center for Science in the Public Interest · Foundation Not published · Varies The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) and affiliate CSPI Action Fund provide subgrants through the Food Policy Catalyst initiative, seeking and supporting partnerships with community-based organizations and advocates at the…	Not published	Varies
Community Grants Mt Pleasant Area Community Fnd · Foundation Not published · Up to $18K	Not published	Up to $18K
Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant The HA & Mary K Chapman Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10M The Mary K. Chapman Foundation Grant supports various program areas, including arts, education, healthcare, and social services, primarily in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Colorado Springs, Colorado.	Not published	$1K – $10M
Feeding Families Fund: United We Eat United Way of North Central New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies Addresses immediate and unanticipated needs by providing:	Not published	Varies
Jewish Fund for Human Needs (JFHN) Jewish Community Relations Council · Foundation Not published · Varies The Jewish Fund for Human Needs works to fulfill the mitzvah of tzedakah (the obligation to do righteous acts) by awarding small grants to non-Jewish social services agencies helping those in need throughout the St. Louis region.	Not published	Varies
East Missouri Foundation Grant East Missouri Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The East Missouri Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations focused on providing essential services such as housing, healthcare, food, and transportation for vulnerable populations including seniors, persons with disabilities, and…	Not published	Varies
Home Delivered Meals (Non-Formula and Formula) State Funding Grant Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $14.0M The Home Delivered Meals (Non-Formula and Formula) State Funding provides essential meal delivery services for homebound older adults in Illinois.	Not published	Up to $14.0M
Thomas County Community Foundation Grants Thomas County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Thomas County Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, focuses on enhancing community betterment in Thomas County, Kansas. By pooling resources from various donors, it builds endowed funds to support diverse philanthropic goals.	Not published	Varies
Healthy Food Fund Northeast Entrepreneur Fund Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $750K A specialized loan fund with low interest rates for local food retailers and producers.	Rolling	Up to $750K
Texans Feeding Texans - Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program Texas Department of Agriculture · Foundation Not published · Varies The Texans Feeding Texans Home-Delivered Meal Grant Program aims to enhance existing meal services for seniors and disabled individuals by providing essential funding.	Not published	Varies
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Generationed · Foundation Not published · Varies Providers must serve USDA approved snacks and meals to qualify for reimbursement	Not published	Varies
Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation: Human Services Grant The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Diane and Bruce Halle Foundation focuses on enhancing opportunities for Arizona communities by funding direct-service organizations that address chronic poverty.	Not published	Varies
Sportsmen Against Hunger Community Action Partnership of North Dakota Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Bringing together generous hunters willing to donate game meat with families who can benefit from no-cost, nutritious protein sources. Organizes the donation of legally obtained wild game to food pantries across North Dakota.	Not published	Varies
YCF Community Grants Your Community Foundation of North Central WV Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The YCF Community Grants provide essential funding for grassroots initiatives focused on Basic Needs and Addiction Prevention in North Central West Virginia.	Not published	Up to $5K
Market Match Fund Berkshire Agricultural Ventures Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An economic development and food access program designed to provide a consistent, annual funding stream to match customer SNAP benefits at Berkshire-area farmers markets.	Not published	Varies
Equitable Food Access Initiative: Home Delivered Meals Grant DC Department of Health Community Health Administration · Foundation Not published · $800K – $1.3M The Equitable Food Access Initiative: Home Delivered Meals, led by the DC Department of Health, aims to enhance food access for District residents.	Not published	$800K – $1.3M
Oshkosh COVID-19 Relief Fund Oshkosh Area United Way Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Website: www.oshkoshunitedway.org/COVID19	Not published	Varies
CF: Faith & Food Coalitions Grant The Conservation Fund a Nonprofit Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2001, Resourceful Communities has awarded more than 400 small grants, funded by public and private organizations, to support innovative community projects across North Carolina.	Not published	Varies
Food Retail Improvement and Development Grant (FRIDG) Program Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) · Foundation Not published · $5K – $75K The Food Retail Improvement and Development Grant (FRIDG) Program by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture aims to enhance access to affordable, nutritious food in underserved communities.	Not published	$5K – $75K
Capital Credit Union Charitable Giving Fund Grant Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Capital Credit Union Charitable Giving Fund, managed by the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, supports essential programs addressing food, shelter, clothing, and medical care needs in Wisconsin's Calumet, Outagamie…	Not published	Varies
Perot-Fiero Foundation Fund Grant Community Foundation of Central Georgia Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Perot-Fiero Foundation Fund, managed by the Community Foundation of Central Georgia, aims to enhance community welfare by supporting 501(c)(3) organizations and churches in Macon-Bibb County.	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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