Nutrition Services Incentive Program
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- FFY27 93.053 Nutrition Services Incentive Program Deadline: Jun 5, 2026 · up to $2.3M
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.053 (USAspending.gov).
- Department Of Aging California 6 awards $76,041,720
- New York State Office For The Aging 4 awards $64,812,813
Program Objective
To reward effective performance by States and Tribes in the efficient delivery of nutritious meals to older adults through the use of cash or USDA Foods.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
State Units on Aging (SUA) and Indian Tribal Organizations (ITO) that receive funding through Titles III and VI of the OAA may receive grants of cash from the Administration for Community Living, and/or USDA Foods.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Issuance of Notice of Award.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 60 to 90 days
Program details & compliance
Description
Funds are made available to State Units on Aging (SUA) and Indian Tribal Organizations (ITO) to purchase domestically produced foods or to access USDA Foods from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). The funds or USDA Foods are to be used in the preparation of congregate and home-delivered meals by nutrition services programs. USDA Foods may not be sold, exchanged, or otherwise disposed of (authorized distribution excepted) without prior, specific approval of USDA. Each SUA and ITO shall promptly and equitably disburse funds received to recipients.
Mission Categories
Primary: Old Age Assistance
Required Documentation
State Units on Aging (SUA) and Indian Tribal Organizations (ITO) must complete agreements with the Administration for Community Living.