Grants for Nonprofits - Food and Nutrition

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in Northern New York that operate food pantries, soup kitchens, and school programs, enabling them to purchase essential food supplies to combat local food insecurity.

This grant provides funding to empower Waterbury residents in leading initiatives that promote civic engagement, community cohesion, and neighborhood revitalization.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Louisiana-based nonprofits and community organizations to address urgent needs related to disasters and crises, focusing on food security, housing, and community wellness, particularly for vulnerable populations.

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 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 funding opportunity supports full-time research software engineers at academic institutions who are working on NIH-funded projects, enabling them to develop and maintain essential software tools for biomedical and health research.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Maine that address basic human needs, promote humane animal care, expand healthcare access for underserved populations, and support public media initiatives.

This program provides funding to organizations that assist older refugees in New York State, helping them integrate into their communities and access essential services to live independently.

This funding opportunity supports researchers and institutions in developing innovative, non-addictive pain treatments through early-stage drug discovery and assay development, with a focus on alternatives to opioid therapies.

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects aimed at improving the health, nutrition, and development of infants and young children, supporting both experienced and early-career researchers in the United States.

This grant provides financial support to small nonprofit organizations in North, Northeast, and Southeast Portland to help meet essential needs like food, clothing, and school supplies for local residents.

This funding opportunity supports research on HIV/AIDS-related health issues, particularly focusing on complications affecting organs like the liver and kidneys, and aims to improve understanding of how HIV interacts with various bodily systems and social factors.

This fund provides financial support to nonprofits and churches in Macon-Bibb County, Georgia, that deliver essential services such as education, meal programs, and assistance for individuals with disabilities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, tribal nations, and local government entities in northeastern Minnesota to address critical community needs such as food security, housing, and education.

This funding opportunity supports programs that improve nutrition security, stable housing, and wraparound support services for low-income, uninsured, and medically underrepresented populations in Utah and Southeast Idaho through collaborative efforts between healthcare and social service agencies.

This grant provides funding for projects that engage Vermonters in addressing social and environmental issues within their communities.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Iowa and Wisconsin that address community needs in areas such as hunger, housing, workforce readiness, environmental stewardship, and community safety.

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 Community Grants Program, managed by the Marion Community Foundation, is an annual initiative designed to support nonprofits and charities with IRS 501(c)(3) or equivalent status that serve Marion County, Ohio. This program aligns with the foundation's mission to address diverse community needs by offering competitive grants for a wide range of charitable purposes within the Marion area. The foundation has approximately $500,000 available for distribution, with individual grant sizes ranging from $10,000 to $100,000, and a grant duration of one year. The program primarily targets beneficiaries across various sectors, including Animal Care, Arts, History, Culture, Children, Families, Seniors, Community Development, Education, Food, Shelter, Support, Health & Wellness, Parks, Environment, and Faith-based initiatives. The impact goals are broad, aiming to foster positive change and address critical needs within these primary areas. By supporting a diverse array of organizations, the foundation seeks to improve the overall quality of life and well-being for residents of Marion County. The program's priorities and focuses are evident in the types of requests it supports, which include Capital or Equipment, One-time Projects, and Operating Support. This flexibility allows organizations to apply for funding that best suits their specific needs, whether it's for infrastructure, a new initiative, or ongoing operational costs. The foundation's strategic approach is to empower local organizations to implement effective solutions to community challenges, thereby maximizing the impact of its funding. Expected outcomes include tangible improvements in the designated areas of impact, such as enhanced access to services, improved educational opportunities, increased community engagement, and better support systems for vulnerable populations. While specific measurable results are not detailed, the competitive nature of the grants suggests an expectation of clear objectives and demonstrable impact from applicants. The funding period, from October 2024 through September 2025, allows for the implementation and initial assessment of these outcomes, reflecting the foundation's commitment to supporting impactful, short-to-medium-term projects that align with its broader theory of change for community betterment.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations in Temple, Texas, for projects that improve community needs such as employment, housing stability, childcare, food security, and transportation.