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State Food and Nutrition Grants

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Farm to School and Early Childhood Grant
$30,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 29, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Vermont-based early childhood education centers and K-12 schools to develop programs that integrate local agriculture into their educational environments, enhancing child nutrition and community engagement.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
CaliforniansForAll College Corps Grant Program
Contact for amount
California California Volunteers, Office of the Governor
State

Application Deadline

Nov 24, 2025

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to California colleges and universities to engage students in paid community service that addresses local needs in education, food security, and climate action while promoting civic leadership.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
TSET Built Environment Grant – Physical Activity
Contact for amount
Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust (TSET)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 18, 2025

Date Added

Sep 26, 2025

This funding opportunity supports community organizations and local governments in Oklahoma to create infrastructure projects that promote physical activity and improve health outcomes for residents.

Health
Nonprofits
Farm to Institution Market Development Grants
$30,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Sep 23, 2024

This grant provides funding to Vermont food producers and organizations to strengthen partnerships with institutions like schools and hospitals, increasing the use of locally sourced food in their meal programs.

Agriculture
Nonprofits
WSDA Equipment Plus Grant
$75,000
Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 28, 2025

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports small and mid-size farms, food businesses, and local entities in Washington to improve their infrastructure for processing, storage, and distribution of locally grown food products.

Food and Nutrition
Small businesses
H2Ohio Conservation Ditch Program
$11,700,000
Ohio Department of Agriculture
State

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

Aug 2, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to Ohio County Engineer offices and Soil and Water Conservation Districts for constructing conservation ditches to improve water quality and manage nutrient runoff.

Agriculture
County governments
Community Services Block (CSBG) Grant
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding program provides financial support to designated Community Action Agencies in Pennsylvania to help reduce poverty through tailored services for low-income communities.

Income Security and Social Services
Nonprofits
City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ)
$10,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 23, 2024

This program provides financial support to municipalities for revitalizing underutilized areas, creating jobs, and boosting local economies through the development of designated zones.

Science and Technology
City or township governments
Pennsylvania Vegetable Marketing and Research Program
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 8, 2024

This program provides funding to Pennsylvania vegetable producers for marketing and research initiatives to improve vegetable cultivation and sales.

Agriculture
Small businesses
Food Recovery Infrastructure Grant
$10,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 23, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Pennsylvania to acquire essential equipment for reducing food waste and improving food recovery efforts in their communities.

Food and Nutrition
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Virginia Fishery Resource Grant Program
Contact for amount
Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 5, 2026

Date Added

Oct 3, 2025

This program provides funding for innovative projects that enhance Virginia's coastal fishery resources, specifically targeting individuals in the fishing industry who seek to improve conservation and efficiency through practical initiatives.

Natural Resources
Individuals
Rhode Island Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA) Grants
$20,000
Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM)
State

Application Deadline

Dec 5, 2025

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This program provides funding to support the growth and marketing of local food and seafood producers in Rhode Island, prioritizing small, beginning, women, and veteran farmers and fishers.

Agriculture
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Lunch at the Library Summer 2026
Contact for amount
California State Library
State

Application Deadline

Nov 5, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2025

This grant provides funding to California public libraries to offer free meals and educational activities for children and youth during the summer, helping to combat food insecurity and promote learning.

Food and Nutrition
Special district governments
National School Lunch Program Equipment Grant
$25,000
Minnesota Department of Education (Nutrition Program Services)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 24, 2025

Date Added

Sep 30, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to Minnesota school food authorities to purchase essential kitchen and cafeteria equipment that improves meal quality, safety, and program expansion for school meal initiatives.

Food and Nutrition
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Pennsylvania Farm to School Grant Program
$15,000
Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture (PDA)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 14, 2025

Date Added

Oct 8, 2025

This program provides funding to schools and early learning centers in Pennsylvania to promote the use of local foods in meals and educational activities, fostering a connection between children and agriculture.

Food and Nutrition
Independent school districts
Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Guarantee Program
$5,000,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 13, 2024

This program provides financial guarantees to support local governments and developers in revitalizing underutilized properties and stimulating economic growth in communities across the Commonwealth.

Income Security and Social Services
City or township governments
Food Waste Reduction Grant
$60,000
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (Division of Environmental Assistance and Customer Service)
State

Application Deadline

Oct 24, 2025

Date Added

Sep 16, 2024

This grant provides funding to local governments, non-profits, and businesses in North Carolina to develop programs that reduce food waste through food donation and organics recycling initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)
Contact for amount
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 25, 2024

This funding program provides financial support to local agencies that help low-income individuals and families improve their living conditions and access essential services.

Income Security and Social Services
City or township governments
Florida Cancer Innovation Fund
$2,000,000
Florida Department of Health
State
Rolling

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
Tourism Attraction Grant Program
$200,000
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 6, 2024

This program provides funding to projects that improve tourism attractions in Illinois, helping local communities increase visitor traffic and boost economic growth.

Science and Technology
City or township governments