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Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Food and Nutrition

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NIH Pathway to Independence Award (Parent K99/R00 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 12, 2027

Date Added

Apr 25, 2024

This grant provides funding to help postdoctoral researchers transition to independent faculty positions by supporting their career development and research efforts.

Education
State governments
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to local communities in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development.

Community Development
State governments
Spark Good Local Grants
$5,000
Walmart
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 31, 2025

Date Added

Jun 20, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities for community-focused projects that address specific needs in the areas surrounding Walmart stores and facilities.

Community Development
City or township governments
Mentored Quantitative Research Development Award (Parent K25 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 7, 2027

Date Added

May 21, 2024

This grant provides funding to support professionals with quantitative science backgrounds in transitioning to independent research careers focused on health and disease.

Education
State governments
Healthy Eating Research Program
$50,000
Healthy Eating Research (HER), a program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF)
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports researchers investigating the impact of nutrition-related policy changes on low-income families with children and young adults in the U.S., aiming to improve food security and health outcomes.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Urgent Needs Grant
$50,000
Charlevoix County Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 15, 2025

Date Added

Aug 12, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, government units, and educational institutions that deliver essential services like food, shelter, and healthcare to residents of Charlevoix County.

Health
Nonprofits
Prince George’s County Community Gardens Mini Grant
$9,500
Prince George’s County, Chesapeake Bay Trust
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports the creation and expansion of community gardens in Prince George’s County to improve food security, promote sustainable practices, and engage local residents.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2026-2029 FFAR Fellows Program
$148,500
Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research
Private

Application Deadline

Feb 22, 2026

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides funding and professional development opportunities for PhD students conducting research in food and agriculture, focusing on challenges like climate change and global demand, while requiring them to secure a financial sponsor.

Food and Nutrition
Individuals
Wayne County Emergency Response Fund
$15,000
Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF)
Local
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 10, 2024

This grant provides urgent financial support to nonprofit organizations in Wayne County, Ohio, that deliver essential services like food, shelter, and healthcare during emergencies.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
Nonprofits
Jackson EMC Foundation Grant
$20,000
Jackson EMC Foundation (Jackson EMC)
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 15, 2026

Date Added

Jun 26, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and individuals in specific Georgia counties to address social, health, and economic needs within the community.

Community Development
Individuals
Community Stormwater Solutions Mini Grant Program
$5,000
Chesapeake Bay Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 13, 2024

This funding opportunity supports community-driven projects in Washington, D.C. that promote environmental education and innovative stormwater management, particularly for small organizations and historically excluded groups.

Energy
Nonprofits
Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) Program
$150,000
Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2025

This program provides urgent funding for short-term research projects that address emerging threats to U.S. agriculture from pests or pathogens, supporting a range of eligible organizations including universities and nonprofits.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Florida Cancer Innovation Fund
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Health
State

Application Deadline

Jan 9, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports healthcare entities in Florida to develop innovative cancer research and treatment projects that improve patient care and access to services, particularly in underserved communities.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Pilot Studies of Biological, Behavioral and Social Mechanisms Contributing to HIV Pathogenesis Within the Mission of NIDDK (R21 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
$275,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 7, 2028

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative pilot research projects that explore the biological, behavioral, and social factors influencing HIV-related health issues and complications, specifically targeting institutions and researchers focused on these areas.

Food and Nutrition
State governments
Knight Foundation Fund Grant
$100,000
John S. and James L. Knight Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities in Gary, Indiana, to support community revitalization projects that enhance downtown areas, promote economic development, and improve social cohesion.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Mentored Research Scientist Development Award (Parent K01 - Independent Clinical Trial Required)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Feb 12, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2024

This grant provides funding for early-career scientists to conduct independent clinical trials while receiving mentorship and support to develop their research skills and achieve independence in their careers.

Education
State governments
Mentored Quantitative Research Development Award (Parent K25 Independent Clinical Trial Required)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

May 7, 2027

Date Added

Apr 24, 2024

This grant provides funding to professionals with quantitative science backgrounds to develop their research skills in biomedical fields, enabling them to tackle significant health challenges through innovative approaches.

Education
State governments
Farmers' Market Resiliency: Regional Sub-Grants 26
$200,000
New York Department of Agriculture and Markets
State

Application Deadline

Feb 4, 2026

Date Added

Dec 5, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to eligible nonprofits, local governments, and educational institutions to strengthen the sustainability and infrastructure of farmers' markets across New York State.

Food and Nutrition
Nonprofits
Wasted Food Management Grant
$50,000
Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality
State

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2026

Date Added

Dec 13, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Oklahoma public entities, such as schools and municipalities, to develop projects that reduce food waste and improve food access for those in need.

Food and Nutrition
City or township governments
Stephen I. Katz Early Stage Investigator Research Project Grant (R01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 25, 2028

Date Added

May 13, 2025

This funding opportunity supports early-stage researchers in pursuing innovative projects that represent a significant shift from their previous work, without the need for preliminary data.

Education
State governments