Food Security Grants in Maryland
Last updated June 30, 2026
There are 9 active food security grants tagged to Maryland, part of 1,056 active food security grants listed nationwide. Updated daily.
Find the food security grants matched to your org
Free, no account to start — Grantable's AI ranks all 9 on mission, geography, and award size in a few minutes.
| ★ | Grant | Deadline ▲ | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Breakfast Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| Statewide Nutrition Assistance Equipment Program (SNAEP) | Rolling | Varies | |
| Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Employment and Training (SNAP E&T) | Rolling | Varies | |
| National School Lunch Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| Food Distribution Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| Food Supplemental Program (formerly the Food Stamp Program) Also called by the federal name Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Rolling | Varies | |
| Summer Food Service Program | Rolling | Varies | |
| The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) | Rolling | Varies |
Showing 1–9 of 9
About food security grants in Maryland
Food security grants fund initiatives that improve reliable access to affordable, nutritious food, including local food systems, community agriculture, food distribution, and programs linking residents to nutrition resources. USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture funds this work through the Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program, which brings food-system stakeholders together to address food-security needs. Feeding America, foundations, and community funders also invest in food-security solutions.
Food Security Grants in other states
Other grant categories in Maryland
Frequently Asked Questions
What food security grants are available?
Grants support local and regional food systems, community gardens and urban agriculture, food distribution and rescue, nutrition education, and projects that improve access to healthy food in underserved areas. USDA's Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program is a leading federal source, alongside other USDA food and nutrition programs. Foundations and the Feeding America network fund complementary food-security work.
Who funds food security initiatives?
USDA is the primary federal funder, especially through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture's Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program, which targets food-security and local food-system improvements. The Feeding America network, community foundations, and corporate funders such as the Walmart Foundation also support food-security programs. State agencies administer many federal nutrition dollars.
What kinds of projects do food security grants prioritize?
Federal programs like Community Food Projects favor initiatives that build self-reliant local food systems, meet the food needs of low-income communities, and bring multiple food-system stakeholders together. Strong proposals usually show community partnerships, measurable improvements in food access, and a path to sustainability beyond the grant period. Demonstrating local need with data helps applications stand out.
Get a shortlist of Food Security Grants in Maryland built for your organization
Tell Grantable's AI about your nonprofit and it ranks these grants on mission, geography, and award fit — then emails you a personalized shortlist with the reasoning for each. Free, no account to start.
Find my grants — emailed to meReady to apply for these grants?
- Assess your eligibility for this grant
- Draft a tailored application narrative
- Track the deadline and get reminders
- Find similar grants from other funders