Nutrition & Healthy Eating Grants

Nutrition & Healthy Eating Grants provide funding for organizations and programs in this focus area. Sources include federal agencies, state programs, and private foundations. Use the listings below to find current opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines — and apply directly to the funder when you find a fit.

273 grants
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NEBRASKA APPLESEED CENTER FOR LAW · Rolling / Open · Rolling (Quarterly) Foundation

School Nutrition Grant Funder: No Kid Hungry and Nebraska Appleseed Geographic Scope: Nebraska Focus Areas: Supporting school nutrition programs adapting to changing needs, with priority for: -…

GenYOUTH Incorporated · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

School Nutrition Grants Organization: GENYOUth (501c3 national nonprofit) Geographic Scope: United States (national) Focus Areas: - Increasing access to healthy school meals - Addressing student food…

WAYNE-METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY · Rolling / Open Foundation

Seeding Wayne County Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Amount: US $1,000 - US $7,500 Last Updated: November 20, 2025 Summary The Seeding Wayne County Grant…

Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) · Rolling / Open Foundation

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Amount: US $2,500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Senior Farmers…

CULTIVATE KANSAS CITY INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Senior Market Match Funder: Cultivate KC Overview: A nutrition incentive match program that supplements the federal Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). Provides coupons to eligible…

More than US $5,000
Sisters Health Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

SHF: Responsive Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Sisters Health Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: April 01, 2026 Summary The SHF Responsive Grant Program, offered by Sisters…

THE SHIKHAR & KRISTIN SAXENA FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Overview _NOTE: (Resuming 2024) The Saxena Family Foundation has closed applications for grants for 2023. We will post the form back on the website when we are resuming applications._ Shikhar and…

Simply Organic · Rolling / Open State

The purpose of this program is to provide nourishment and nutrition education for the food insecure, with a focus on organics. Successful applications should meet at least one of the following…

ADIRONDACK FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Small Grants for Small Food Pantries Status: ACTIVE Funder: Adirondack Foundation Amount: Up to US $1,500 Last Updated: January 25, 2026 Summary Overview Note: If you are a large organization which…

Up to US $50,000
Nestle USA Foundation · Rolling / Open Foundation

Small Research Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Nestle Foundation Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 24, 2026 Summary The Nestlé Foundation for the Study of Problems of Nutrition in the World…

Texas Health and Human Services · Rolling / Open Foundation

SNAP Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention RFA Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Texas Health and Human Services Amount: Up to US $24,923,717 Last Updated: May 06, 2025 Summary The Texas Health and…

US $5,000 - US $10,000
THE SPROUTS HEALTHY COMMUNITIES · Rolling / Open Foundation

Sprouting School Gardens Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: June 25, 2025 Summary The Sprouting School Gardens Grant,…

GenYOUTH Incorporated · Rolling / Open · One-time Foundation

Super School Meals Equipment Grant Program Name: Super School Meals Organization: GENYOUth Geographic Scope: Nevada (launched for Super Bowl LIV in Las Vegas, February 2024) Focus Areas: - Providing…

American Heart Association and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation · Rolling / Open State

The American Heart Association and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation are working to create a culture of health with the Voices for Healthy Kids initiative. Through this collaboration, and in…

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of nutrition & healthy eating grants are available?
Nutrition & Healthy Eating Grants come from a mix of sources. Federal grants typically have the largest awards but more competition. State programs often pass through federal funding with state-specific priorities. Foundation grants tend to be smaller but more flexible, with funders looking for organizations whose mission aligns with their giving priorities.
Who is eligible for nutrition & healthy eating grants?
Eligibility varies by funder. Most grants require 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, though some are open to schools, government agencies, businesses, or individuals. Each listing on this page links to the source application where you can find specific eligibility criteria, required documents, and how to apply.
How do I apply for nutrition & healthy eating grants?
Start by reviewing the listings below for grants that match your organization's mission and stage. Click through to each grant's source page for full application details. Most funders require an organizational profile, project narrative, budget, and supporting documents. Apply early — competitive grants often close before their deadline.

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