State Food and Nutrition Grants

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

This grant provides funding to certified farmers' markets and nonprofit organizations to increase access to fresh fruits, vegetables, and nuts for WIC and senior participants in underserved communities.

This program provides nutritional assistance and support to eligible pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children in Ohio to improve health outcomes and promote early childhood development.

This grant provides financial support to Vermont-based farms and forest businesses to improve their infrastructure, expand market reach, and enhance workforce development, fostering a sustainable working landscape economy.

This funding opportunity is designed to support a nonprofit organization that will provide training and technical assistance to schools and communities in New York State, helping them implement effective strategies for improving nutrition and physical activity to prevent chronic diseases.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities to deliver nutritious meals to homebound seniors and disabled individuals in Texas.

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and local governments in New York State to help low-income families access fresh, locally grown farm products through Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs using SNAP benefits.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit conservation organizations and county governments in North Carolina to assist farmers with projects that enhance agricultural production, sustainability, and economic development.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and municipal agencies in New York State to implement community-level strategies that promote healthy eating and physical activity, particularly in underserved areas.

This program provides funding to New York State agricultural producers who meet food safety and environmental standards, helping them promote their products and increase sales.

This grant provides funding to Certified Farmers’ Markets and nonprofit organizations to promote the purchase of fresh California produce by low-income families participating in nutrition assistance programs.

This funding opportunity is designed for private sector businesses in Illinois to develop projects that boost tourism and drive economic growth in the state.

This program provides funding to rural communities in North Dakota to improve quality of life and stimulate economic development through various projects, with a focus on collaboration and innovative solutions.

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Wisconsin to purchase and distribute locally grown or processed food to improve food access for communities in need.

This funding opportunity supports small and mid-sized farms, food businesses, and nonprofit organizations in Washington to improve local food supply chains and market access through significant infrastructure projects.

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources administers the Food Security Infrastructure Grant Program to strengthen the local food system, enhance equitable access to locally produced food, and improve resilience to supply and distribution disruptions. The program connects farmers, fishermen, and local producers to markets and builds the infrastructure required to produce and distribute healthy food efficiently and safely. Eligible projects are capital in nature and may include equipment purchases, contracted labor for implementation, and planning and design costs directly tied to capital improvements. Projects must address systemic inequities and expand access to fresh local food while improving the resiliency of the Commonwealths food system. Maximum funding per applicant is 500,000 dollars in both agriculture and local food system tracks. Applicants may be individuals, for profit entities, nonprofit organizations, municipalities, or other governmental entities that can meet application requirements and enter into contracts with the department. The grant period runs from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, and projects must be located within Massachusetts with benefits to residents statewide. Applications are due May 2, 2024. Additional information is available from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources.

This funding opportunity supports community-based organizations in Washington, DC, to enhance health and wellness initiatives in early childhood education facilities and public/charter schools, focusing on educator well-being, physical education, and environmental education.

This funding opportunity supports small, rural nonprofit hospitals in Minnesota to develop strategic plans or implement projects that improve access to essential health services in their communities.

This program provides matching funds to municipalities and nonprofit organizations in Massachusetts for projects that preserve and enhance the history and experiences of veterans.

This grant provides financial support to filmmakers and production companies creating projects in Montana, with a focus on boosting the local economy and engaging the community.