Grants for State governments - Food and Nutrition

This track of the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program provides approximately $1 million for grants aimed at purchasing equipment necessary for the middle of the food supply chain activities in Vermont. The grants range from $30,000 to $100,000 with no match requirement. Applications for this track are set to open in late August 2024 and close in early October 2024, with grant activities beginning in early 2025.

This grant provides financial support to small community-based organizations in Maine that address urgent needs and promote social equity, particularly for under-resourced populations and environmental well-being.

The Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program will award grants to voluntarily restore and sustain healthy forests, rivers and streams that provide habitat for diverse native bird and aquatic species populations. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/18/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: Approximately $3.5 million is available this year. Major funding is provided by the Richard King Mellon Foundation, USDA’s Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This year, additional funding is provided by Altria Group and Cleveland-Cliffs. The overall goal of the program is to improve the quality and connectivity of forest and freshwater habitat to increase the distribution and abundance of birds, fish and other wildlife, as evidenced by a suite of species that collectively are indicators of forest and freshwater habitat condition. The program aims to: Improve the voluntarily management of public and private forestlands to create blocks with a mosaic of mixed-aged forests that support a diversity of bird and wildlife species, especially targeting golden-winged warbler, wood thrush, and cerulean warbler; and Improve stream health by voluntarily removing passage barriers, restoring riparian buffers, and improving water quality and hydrology to bolster populations of brook trout, eastern hellbender and freshwater mussels. Applicants are encouraged to deploy a range of strategies to engage public and private landowners in active stewardship through technical and financial assistance, demonstrations, education and outreach, and other innovative approaches. Funding Information The Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program will award approximately $3.5 million in grants this year. Grant requests must range from $75,000 to $500,000. Grant Period: Projects should plan to start six months after the award date and be completed within four years. Notification of awards is expected to be mid-November. Geographic Focus The Central Appalachia Habitat Stewardship Program will award grants within the program boundary on the map at right, which includes portions of Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia. Eligible Entities Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal Governments and Organizations, and educational institutions. For more information, visit NFWF.

The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is soliciting proposals for the Northeast Forests and Rivers Fund (NEFRF)(formerly known as the New England Forests and Rivers Fund) to restore and sustain healthy rivers, forests and grasslands that provide habitat for diverse fish and wildlife populations. Donor Name: National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/11/2024 Size of the Grant: $500,000 to $1 million Grant Duration: 3 Years Details: The program will advance this goal by investing in projects that: Restore the quality and connectivity of stream and riparian habitats with a focus on improving habitat for river herring, Atlantic salmon, brook trout and wood turtles; Improve management of forest blocks to enhance age and structural diversity, resulting in improved forest conditions for native wildlife, with a focus on improving habitat for golden-winged warbler and New England cottontail; and, Promote hayfield management that allows for successful grassland bird breeding, with a specific focus on habitat for bobolink. Approximately $2 million is available this year. Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service and Natural Resources Conservation Service, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Zoetis Foundation and Sylvamo. Program Priorities  Proposals should strive to contribute to goals detailed in NFWF’s Northeast Watersheds Business Plan (March 2023), and specifically the strategies for Stream and Riparian Habitat, and Upland Forests and Grasslands. (Applicants interested in supporting the priorities for Coastal Habitats in the business plan are encouraged to apply to NFWF’s Long Island Sound Futures Fund and National Coastal Resilience Fund.) Priority implementation strategies for NEFRF funding in 2024 are detailed below. Approximately $625,000 in program funding will be set aside for projects that direct staff resources to help agricultural producers design and implement conservation practices benefitting select Working Lands for Wildlife target species, especially northeast turtles and golden-winged warblers. Projects should Increase Farm Bill program participation and conservation practice implementation among agricultural producers, especially farmers and ranchers in the Historically Underserved and Special Emphasis categories. In addition, projects that incorporate outreach to communities, foster community engagement, and pursue collaborative management leading to measurable conservation benefits are encouraged. When possible, projects should be developed through community input and co-design processes and should consider traditional knowledge where relevant. Additionally, projects should engage community-level partners (e.g., municipalities, NGOs, community organizations, community leaders) to help design, implement, and maintain projects to secure maximum benefits for communities, maintenance, and sustainability post-grant award. Grant Period Projects should plan to start no later than six months after the award date and be completed within three years. Geographical Areas  Projects are eligible from throughout the program boundary, which includes all of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont, as well as parts of New York. However, within the Long Island Sound and Connecticut River watershed, NEFRF will only consider projects to sustain and restore healthy forests, grasslands and fish passage projects. All other projects should apply to the Long Island Sound Futures Fund (LISFF). Eligibility Criteria  Eligible and Ineligible Entities: Eligible applicants include non-profit 501(c) organizations, state government agencies, local governments, municipal governments, Tribal governments and organizations, and educational institutions. Ineligible applicants include U.S. Federal government agencies, businesses, unincorporated individuals and international organizations. For more information, visit NFWF.

The Greenhouse Accelerator Program Juntos Crecemos Edition is a five-month, mentor-guided program to support the acceleration of emerging Hispanic food and beverages innovations that are transforming the way consumers live their lives. Donor Name: PepsiCo State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Program Deadline: 05/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This edition is an extension of the initial Greenhouse Accelerator program launched in 2018, in collaboration with PepsiCo Juntos Crecemos, part of PepsiCo’s Pep+ transformation agenda, designed to provide short and long-term support to Hispanic small businesses. The mission is to identify up to 8 high-potential emerging Hispanic-owned food and beverage consumer packaged goods small businesses. Driving growth for Hispanic founders in the food and beverage industry with operating businesses in the U.S. Program Benefits What the Greenhouse Accelerator can offer you: Grants Guaranteed $20,000 USD grant for each finalist. Winner awarded an additional $100,000 USD Guidance Expert guidance and learning modules across all aspects of business development Network Access and exposure to PepsiCo network and resources, industry experts, VCs and investors Collaboration Unlocking of potential collaboration opportunities with PepsiCo Mentorship Hands-on mentorship and support for refining business models, fortifying strategies, and enhancing impact Growth Accelerated pathways to launch, scale, and grow your breakthrough innovations. Eligibility Requirements  Net-revenue between $100,000 to $2,000,000 USD in the last financial year Be a Hispanic-owned business licensed and operating in the United States Be willing to work with PepsiCo Greenhouse Accelerator mentors and public relations team throughout six-month Accelerator program and attend Accelerator events. An external third party will review all submissions. The selection committee will choose finalists based on the following criteria: A clear go-to-market strategy and plan for sustained in-market execution Post-prototype, ready for review with a multinational corporation or company Uniqueness in the market Balanced gender and ethnic diversity Clear & active social responsibility mission aligned with PepsiCo’s Juntos Crecemos Strategy Aligned with PepsiCo’s PepsiCo Positive Strategy Scalable business model. For more information, visit PepsiCo.

The Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC) announces the Goat and Sheep Dairy Development Grant program. Donor Name: Northeast Dairy Business Innovation Center (NE-DBIC) State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: This program will strengthen and support the growth of the Northeast goat and sheep dairy sector through projects that address one of the following: 1) business viability, 2) market development, or 3) innovative approaches to production. Projects are expected to enhance the growth and viability of individual small ruminant businesses, as well as address gaps in technical assistance, improved supply chain partnerships, market access and growth, and long-term business viability. This program will fund two types of projects: Individual Business Projects are for farmers or processors making necessary improvements to increase business viability, market development, or innovations in production. Examples of eligible topics include: Engagement with a technical assistance provider or consultant to develop and implement business viability improvements around topics areas such as grazing management, cost of production, herd/flock health, business operations, farm transitions Business diversification and marketing Research and development of innovative solutions to production or management issues Trialing new systems or technologies Purchase of specialized dairy equipment that help optimize a business Sector Enhancement Projects must directly engage multiple dairy businesses in activities which improve or expand small ruminant production practices or dairy markets. Projects should strengthen relationships across the goat/sheep dairy supply chain such as farmer-to-farmer, farmer-processor, or processor-customer relationships. Examples of eligible topics include: Development and implementation of tools, direct services, educational opportunities, or other resources for goat and/or sheep dairy farmers or processors that will support the growth of the sector. Topics areas could include grazing management, cost of production, herd/flock health, business operations, farm transitions Improving farmer access to resources Research and development of innovative solutions to production or management issues Initial investments to help buyers develop long-term methods for provide direct support or benefits to their suppliers to strengthen supply chain-relationships Development of supply chain opportunity. Projects that engage with relevant technical assistance will be prioritized. Technical assistance includes business planners, grazing specialists, marketing professionals, small ruminant veterinarian services, and other business viability services. Funding Priorities  All projects are expected to directly address a minimum of two (2) of the following priorities: Development of resources that fill unmet technical assistance needs of goat/sheep dairy farmers Increasing pay price for goat/sheep dairy farmers Producing deliverables that can be used for new goat/sheep dairy farmers starting up, or cow dairy conversions Projects that include educational/information sharing components that will directly benefit additional farmers or processors beyond the project partners Collaborative projects that will benefit both farmers and processors Increasing profits for a dairy business (Individual Business projects only) or multiple businesses Improvements to herd/flock health, nutrition, and/or milk quality Reduction of barriers to accessing new markets Development of market channels and distribution opportunities to increase goat/sheep dairy product placement Innovative strategies to increase awareness and consumption of goat/sheep dairy products. Funding Information Individual business grants will range from $15,000 – $50,000 with a 25% cash and/or in-kind match commitment. Supply chain projects will range from $25,000 – $75,000 with a 25% cash and/or in-kind match commitment. Total funds available: $760,000. Grant Period Between 8 and 12 months. Eligible Projects  All projects should support dairy businesses to develop or expand the reach of goat and/or sheep dairy products or markets. Projects must support increased business viability, develop market access/presence, or support innovative strategies to develop the goat and sheep dairy sector. Projects that engage with relevant technical assistance will be prioritized. Technical assistance includes business planners, grazing specialists, marketing professionals, small ruminant veterinarian services, and other business viability services. Eligibility Criteria  Grants are available to applicants in all Northeast states: Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Applicants eligible for these funds must fall into at least one of the following categories: Dairy farmer (producer) that: currently produces goat or sheep milk, or will by the end of the grant if their grant project includes transitioning from cow dairy is headquartered or based in the Northeast; and produces milk within the Northeast; and is a licensed dairy operation in compliance with all required state and/federal standards Dairy processor that: currently transforms raw goat/sheep milk into an edible product; and is licensed in a way that their product can be sold across state lines; and is headquartered or based in the Northeast; and sources or produces milk that originates within the Northeast; and if a value-added processor, manufactures products within the Northeast. Dairy producer association/dairy council which represents and promotes goat and/or sheep dairy products/dairy businesses of the Northeast region. Grant projects submitted by dairy producer association applicants should meet the requirements of a Sector Enhancement project. Technical assistance provider working directly with a group of goat/sheep dairy farmers and/or processors. Grant projects submitted by technical assistance provider applicants should meet the requirements of a Sector Enhancement project. For more information, visit NE-DBIC.

Café Royal Cultural Foundation NYC will award a Performance Grant to individuals focused on the production of theatre, dance and performance art (all of which can be accompanied by music). Donor Name: Café Royal Cultural Foundation State: New York City: New York City Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 05/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Sometimes a specific work of art created by a dancer, a musician, an actor, a writer, is unfinished unless it has one more added and important piece: an audience.  Café Royal Cultural Foundation NYC awards performance grants to individuals focused on the production of theater, dance, and performance art. Funding Information Up to $10,000.00. Eligibility Criteria Performer(s) of theatre, dance and performance art (all of which can be accompanied by music). Grants awarded in this category do not fund costs associated with the creating/composition of new work. Performer(s) applying must be a United States Citizen or Resident Alien and a resident of New York City and have lived in New York City for a minimum of one year prior to applying and plan to be a resident through the completion of their project. If your performance is a play, it must be a full production. Readings will not qualify. For more information, visit CRCF.

The Master-Apprentice Artist Award provides direct support for master traditional artists living in Arizona to pass on art, culture, and heritage practices to apprentice learners. Donor Name: Southwest Folklife Alliance (SFA) State: Arizona County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: 05/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The goal of this award is to strengthen the transmission of community-based traditions throughout the Southwestern United States. This award supports a master artist or tradition bearer to work with a qualified apprentice to engage in a teaching-learning relationship that includes one-onone mentorship and hands-on experience. Funds can be used to help cover artist fees, offset costs of raw materials, and support any travel essential to the exchange. Traditional master artists and culture bearers receive $5,000; apprentices receive $500. Artists are first nominated by peers within their community, cultural institutions, apprentices, or by self-nomination. SFA determines which artists are invited to full application, based on their mastery of an art form, their ability to describe how that form has been recognized by their cultural community, and their ability to share traditional knowledge. Applicants include a wide variety of artists, including those working in traditions including, but not limited to:  Handcrafts: weavers, basket makers, jewelers, makers of masks, ritual objects, textiles  Occupational folklife: adobe makers, leather workers, ironworkers, foodways workers  Oral traditions: storytellers, poets  Performing arts: dancers, vocalists, musicians Eligibility Criteria Applicants (master artists and apprentices) must reside in Arizona. Apprentices should be at least 16 years of age (can be younger if they are an immediate family member of the Master Artist). The art form must be traditional in nature, as per SFA’s definition of traditional art.  Applicants must be United States citizens, lawful permanent residents, or have permission from the U.S. Department of Immigration to work in the U.S.  All applicants must have been full-time residents of Arizona for at least one full year before applying and must remain residents of Arizona for the award year.  Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.  Practitioners are generally part of the same cultural community, with a focus on informally taught traditions rather than formal instruction or institutional education. Apprentice Eligibility Should have at least an intermediate-level experience in the art form.  Must be at least 16 years of age unless they are a child or immediate family member of the applying artist.  Should demonstrate a high level of potential to become a master artist, and a commitment to the apprenticeship’s demands.  Priorities are given to masters and apprentices within the same cultural community, and to underrepresented traditional art forms with few remaining local practitioners.  Apprentices do not need to be named until the artist is invited to the full application process. For more information, visit SFA.

The "Type 1 Diabetes TrialNet Clinical Network Hub" grant aims to support the coordination unit for clinical trials focused on preventing and intervening early in type 1 diabetes, by improving communication, outreach, and developing new strategies for better screening, recruitment, and retention of participants.

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to solicit research designed to capacitate, transform, and scale the delivery of HIV testing, prevention, and care services through pharmacists and pharmacies in US and/or global settings. This includes theadvancement of training curricula to enable pharmacy students, pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmacy systems to deliver the spectrum of needed HIV services with ease, equity, and effectiveness. This NOFO uses the R01 grant mechanism, while RFA-MH-25-186 uses the R21 mechanism. Projects that lack preliminary data or that propose to pilot a novel intervention may be most appropriate for the R21 mechanism. Applications with preliminary data and those proposing large-scale clinical trials or longitudinal analyses should consider using the R01 mechanism.

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is to solicit research designed to capacitate, transform, and scale the delivery of HIV testing, prevention, and care services through pharmacists and pharmacies in US and/or global settings. This includes theadvancement of training curricula to enable pharmacy students, pharmacists, pharmacies, and pharmacy systems to deliver the spectrum of needed HIV services with ease, equity, and effectiveness. This NOFO uses the R21 grant mechanism, while RFA-MH-25-185 uses the R01 mechanism. Projects that lack preliminary data or that propose to pilot a novel intervention may be most appropriate for the R21 mechanism. Applications with preliminary data and those proposing large-scale clinical trials or longitudinal analyses should consider using the R01 mechanism.

This funding opportunity supports new entrepreneurs in small businesses by providing resources for their career development and research efforts, helping them grow their skills in technology and healthcare innovation.

The "Coordinating Center for Type 1 Diabetes TrialNet" grant aims to fund the TrialNet Coordinating Center, which conducts research, trials, and studies to prevent the progression of type 1 diabetes and preserve insulin production, while also managing data, samples, and network operations, and promoting diverse perspectives in its work.

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

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.

This grant provides funding for early-career clinical researchers with doctoral degrees to gain research experience under the mentorship of experienced investigators, focusing on developing skills for future independent research.

This grant provides funding and support for early-career researchers in the biomedical, behavioral, or clinical sciences to gain the skills and experience needed to become independent investigators, without leading their own clinical trials.

This grant provides funding to support outstanding postdoctoral researchers in transitioning to independent faculty roles while conducting clinical trials and developing their own research programs.

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.

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites applications for Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Research and Translation Core Centers. CF Research and Translation Core Centers are designed to support both basic and clinical research on Cystic Fibrosis. CF Research and Translation Core Centers support three primary research-related activities: Research Core services; a Pilot and Feasibility program; and an Administrative Core with an enrichment program. Core Centers provide shared resources to support research to develop and test new therapies for CF and to foster collaborations among institutions with a strong existing research base in CF. The NIDDK currently supports seven CF Research and Translation Centers located at institutions with documented programs of research excellence in basic and clinical CF Research. Information about the currently funded CF Research and Translation Centers may be found at: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/research-funding/research-programs/cystic-fibrosis-research-translation-centers or https://www.cysticfibrosiscenters.org/.