Food Security Grants for Nonprofits

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 83 Food Security Grants for Nonprofits — 7 open right now, across 46 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $200M. The next application deadline is October 22, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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83total grants
7open now
46agencies
$1K–$200Mfunding range
Oct 22next deadline
CLOSING SOON 3 days left Easy to apply

Song Brown Registered Nurse Education Programs (RN) 2026 Application

This grant opportunity will result in funding organizations to train Registered Nurse trainees to work in underserved communities. Such strategies shall incorporate the following elements: 1.Establishing…

🏛 Department of Health Care Access and Information (California) ⏰ Oct 22, 2026 💰 $500,001 – $3,000,000
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OPEN 51 days left Hard to apply

Illinois Grocery Initiative

This program aims to combat food insecurity by offering competitive grants to support the establishment of new grocery stores in food deserts by reimbursing successful applicants…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Dec 9, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $5,200,000
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OPEN Moderate to apply

Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program

Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program is a New York State grant opportunity administered by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Total program…

🏛 New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets ⏰ Jan 22, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Illinois Grocery Initiative

This program aims to combat food insecurity by offering competitive grants to support the establishment of new grocery stores in food deserts by reimbursing successful applicants…

🏛 Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity ⏰ Jun 30, 2027 💰 $100,000 – $1,500,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many food security grants for nonprofits are available?
Grantoria currently lists 83 food security grants for nonprofits, of which 7 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is October 22, 2026 — about 3 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $200M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse food security grants for nonprofits, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Food Security Grants for Nonprofits

Nonprofits addressing food insecurity through direct services, nutrition programs, and community food access initiatives can access 7,368 active grants designed for this sector. The Food and Drug Administration leads funding efforts, alongside the Foreign Agricultural Service and Health Resources and Services Administration, supporting everything from emergency food distribution to long-term food system capacity building.

Most opportunities use competitive application processes, with median awards between $350K and $500K. One in five grants require cost-sharing arrangements. To refine your search, filter by support type—distinguishing between emergency relief, program funding, and capacity-building grants will help align opportunities with your nonprofit's immediate and strategic priorities.