Food Grants for Nonprofits
Last updated August 21, 2026
There are currently 112 active food grants for nonprofits in Grantable's free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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