Hunger Grants for Nonprofits

Last updated October 24, 2026

Grantable tracks 334 active hunger grants for nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 7 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 153 list an award amount, with a median of $20K.

Grants tracked: 334; from 285 funders
Median award: $20K; middle half $5,000–$50K
Total listed funding: $11.9M; across 153 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 13; 17 with a published date

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Ameriprise Community Grants Ameriprise Financial · Foundation Not published · Varies Ameriprise Community Grants focus on supporting nonprofits that enhance community vitality and meet basic needs. With over 120 years of commitment to philanthropy, Ameriprise Financial engages employees in volunteerism and grantmaking.	Not published	Varies
Food Access & Security Initiative Cambridge Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1.1M Multi-year collaborative initiative to strengthen food access and security. Launched October 2023 with over $1.1 million in investment.	Not published	$1.1M
Region Grants Open Grant Round: Hunger Relief Land O'Lakes Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Region Grants Open Grant Round: Hunger Relief, sponsored by the Land O'Lakes Foundation, aims to combat food insecurity in rural communities.	Not published	$1K – $20K
Wawa Foundation: Financial Grants - Local Connection Grants (Grants less than $2,500) The Wawa Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Wawa Foundation offers Financial Grants through its Local Connection Grants program, providing funding under $2,500 to support local non-profit organizations.	Not published	Up to $3K
Potter Charitable Trust Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Potter Charitable Trust Grant supports nonprofit organizations aiding the economically underprivileged in Kent County, Delaware.	Not published	Varies
Loaves & Fishes Fund Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts · Foundation Not published · Varies Funding opportunity focused on food access and supporting organizations that provide meals and food resources to vulnerable populations in Western Massachusetts.	Not published	Varies
Northern Bank Charitable Foundation: Community Giving Grant Northern Bank & Trust Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K The Northern Bank Charitable Foundation has been dedicated to community giving for over 60 years, focusing on providing essential support in food, shelter, and housing to families.	Not published	Up to $3K
Riedel Foundation Grant Riedel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Riedel Foundation Grant supports non-profit organizations in Hannibal, MO, with a focus on enhancing community life.	Not published	Varies
Food System Stability Fund United Way of Central Kansas Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies United Way of King County's Food System Stability Fund provides rapid, flexible funding to anti-hunger organizations in King County to help them respond to urgent challenges and continue serving families without interruption.	Not published	Varies
Stater Bros Charities Grant Stater Bros Charities · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K Stater Bros. Charities Grant supports nonprofit organizations dedicated to enhancing community well-being in Southern California.	Not published	$500 – $3K
Community Food Projects (CFP) Competitive Grant Program Matter of Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Western New York Grants East Hill Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The East Hill Foundation, a private family foundation, focuses on enhancing the quality of life in Western New York through grants to 501(c)(3) organizations.	Not published	Up to $50K
Safeway Foundation - Denver Grants The Albertsons Companies Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Safeway Foundation offers grants to nonprofit organizations in Denver, focusing on health, hunger, education, veterans, and diversity.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Devasthali Family Foundation Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico · Foundation Not published · Varies About the Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico For 35 years, your Community Foundation of Southern New Mexico (CFSNM) has served as a vehicle for people to make a lasting impact.	Not published	Varies
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant OReilly Automotive Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies How and Why Giving Back to Communities is Important to O’Reilly From O’Reilly Auto Parts’ inception, O’Reilly co-founder C.H. “Chub” O’Reilly instilled the culture of maintaining high standards for every endeavor, including the area of…	Not published	Varies
Marshfield Area COVID-19 Relief Fund Marshfield Area Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies A collaborative relief fund created to support community organizations and individuals impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Simplifies giving during crisis and directs funds where need is greatest	Not published	Varies
Day-End Dough-Nation® Program Grant Panera Bread Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Day-End Dough-Nation® Program by Panera Bread exemplifies community generosity through the donation of unsold bakery products to local charities.	Not published	Varies
Maryland Emergency Food Assistance Program (MEFP) Maryland Department of Human Services · State Not published · Varies Provides annual grants to feeding organizations to purchase food to provide groceries and meals to families in need.	Not published	Varies
The Service Club Alliance Grant (Midland Lions Club) Midland Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Service Club Alliance Grant, offered by the Midland Lions Club, focuses on addressing critical needs in the Midland community through collaborative efforts of local service clubs.	Not published	Varies
Pettinaro Supports Delaware Communities Grant Delaware Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The Pettinaro Supports Delaware Communities Grant offers vital funding to nonprofits addressing critical needs in Delaware, such as education, health, and community development.	Not published	Up to $40K
Norfolk Southern Grant Hampton Roads Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $5K – $100K The Norfolk Southern Grant aims to support nonprofits in the Hampton Roads community, distributing $1 million each year for five years.	Not published	$5K – $100K
Y-12 FCU Gives Foundation Grant Y12 FCU Gives Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Y-12 FCU Gives Foundation Grant aims to combat childhood hunger in Tennessee by providing financial support to local organizations dedicated to this cause.	Not published	Varies
Region Grants Open Grant Round: Community Vitality Land O'Lakes Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $20K The Region Grants Open Grant Round: Community Vitality, supported by Land O'Lakes Foundation, aims to enhance the vibrancy of dairy communities in the East and West Regions.	Not published	$1K – $20K
J. J. Keller Foundation: Large Grants J J Keller Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $25K The J. J. Keller Foundation supports nonprofit organizations and programs in Wisconsin's Fox Valley region, focusing on basic needs and mental health.	Not published	$25K

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About hunger grants

Hunger grants fund programs that fight food insecurity, including food banks, meal programs, mobile distributions, and initiatives that connect people to nutrition assistance. USDA is the primary federal funder through programs like The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program. The Feeding America network of food banks and corporate funders such as the Walmart Foundation also direct significant grant funding to anti-hunger organizations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do hunger grants for nonprofits award?

Of the 334 hunger grants for nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 24, 2026, 153 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $20K, and the middle half fall between $5,000 and $50K. The largest is $4.2M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most hunger grants for nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are The Albertsons Companies Foundation (10), Sodexo Stop Hunger Foundation Inc (5), Central Pennsylvania Food Bank (4), United Way of the Bay Area (4), and Alpha Gamma Delta Foundation Inc (3). In all, 285 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are hunger grants for nonprofits due?

Of 334 grants listed, 13 accept applications on a rolling basis, 17 have a published upcoming deadline, 78 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 226 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site.

What hunger grants are available?

Funding supports food banks and pantries, congregate and home-delivered meals, mobile food distribution, food rescue, and programs that link people to nutrition benefits. USDA programs such as The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program are leading federal sources. The Feeding America network and corporate foundations provide additional grants to anti-hunger nonprofits.

Who funds anti-hunger programs?

USDA is the dominant federal funder, supporting emergency food through TEFAP and local food systems through the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program administered by its National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The Feeding America network distributes food and grants to member food banks and partner agencies, and corporate funders like the Walmart Foundation fund food rescue and infrastructure. State agencies administer many of the federal dollars.

How do anti-hunger nonprofits access USDA funding?

Much USDA food assistance, such as TEFAP, flows through state agencies that contract with food banks and distribution partners rather than funding small nonprofits directly. Competitive programs like the Community Food Projects grant are applied for at the federal level and tend to favor projects that strengthen local food systems. Partnering with your regional food bank or state TEFAP agency is often the most practical entry point.

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