Hunger Relief Grant Program

Hunger Relief Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Foundation for MetroWest
Amount: Up to US $5,000
Last Updated: August 03, 2025

Summary

The Hunger Relief Grant Program, established by the Foundation for MetroWest, aims to combat food insecurity across more than 30 communities in the MetroWest region. By providing grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000, the program supports local nonprofits that address systemic barriers to food access. Eligible organizations must have 501(c)(3) status and serve specific MetroWest towns, ensuring that all residents can achieve food security and eliminate hunger.

Overview

Our Mission The Foundation for MetroWest improves the quality of life in 30+ MetroWest communities by providing financial and educational resources to local nonprofit organizations, sharing essential data about our region to inform decision making, and partnering with donors to help guide and align their giving with the areas of greatest need in the community. Hunger Relief - Addressing Food Insecurity by Investing Across the Regional Food System The Foundation for MetroWest recognizes that there is no singular barrier to food access in our region. As such, the Hunger Relief Grant Program is structured to address food insecurity as a regional, systemic problem. Our mission is to invest in local organizations that work across the food system to eliminate hunger and provide food security to all MetroWest residents. The Community Foundation for MetroWest recognizes that there is no singular barrier to food access in our region. As such, the Hunger Relief Grant Program is structured to address food insecurity as a regional, systemic problem. Our mission is to invest in local organizations that work across the food system to eliminate hunger and provide food security to all MetroWest residents. The Foundation will be providing general operating grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Applicants must: Have 501(c)(3) tax status as a registered nonprofit organization OR have an eligible fiscal sponsor Not discriminate in the hiring of staff or the provision of services on the basis of race, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability Are based in and/or serve one or more of the following MetroWest cities/towns: Acton, Ashland, Boxborough, Carlisle, Concord, Dedham, Dover, Framingham, Harvard, Holliston, Hopkinton, Hudson, Lexington, Lincoln, Marlborough, Maynard, Medfield, Medway, Milford, Millis, Natick, Needham, Sherborn, Southborough, Stow, Sudbury, Walpole, Waltham, Wayland, Wellesley, Westborough, Weston, Westwood

Ineligibility

Ineligible organizations or requests include:City/town agencies IndividualsSchools – private, public, pre-K, charter, or Chapter 766Pass-through grants