Food Systems Grants

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 1,036 Food Systems Grants — 35 open right now, across 108 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $5B. The next application deadline is July 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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1,036total grants
35open now
108agencies
$1K–$5Bfunding range
Jul 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 2 days left Moderate to apply

Food and Agriculture Service Learning Program (FASLP)

The purpose of FASLP (Assistance Listing 10.522) is to increase knowledge of agriculture and improve the nutritional health of children.

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture-eRA 📋 CFDA 10.522 ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 $200,000 – $230,000
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CLOSING SOON 2 days left Moderate to apply

Food Safety Outreach Program-Community Outreach Projects

In FY 2026, FSOP, under Assistance Listing 10.328, will maintain and continue to expand training, education, outreach, and coordination by soliciting new Community Outreach Projects.

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture-eRA 📋 CFDA 10.328 ⏰ Jul 20, 2026 💰 $80,000 – $300,000
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

Laying Hen and Turkey Research Program

The LHTR program, under assistance listing number 10.245, will support one research project for improving the efficiency and sustainability of laying hen and turkey production through…

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture 📋 CFDA 10.245 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $440,115 – $440,115
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

FY 2026 Team Nutrition Training Grants

The goal of the FY 2026 Team Nutrition Training Grant: Growing Healthier Futures is to enhance training for child nutrition professionals to improve meal quality, support…

🏛 Food and Nutrition Service 📋 CFDA 10.574 ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $1,000,000
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program – Phase 4

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Rural Development (RD) Rural Business‐Cooperative Service (RBCS or Agency), requests applications for the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program -…

🏛 Rural Business-Cooperative Service 📋 CFDA 10.381 ⏰ Aug 7, 2026 💰 $10,000 – $2,000,000
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

2027 Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops

The TASC program is designed to assist U.S. organizations by providing funding for projects that seek to remove, resolve, or mitigate existing or potential sanitary, phytosanitary,…

🏛 Foreign Agricultural Service 📋 CFDA 10.604 ⏰ Aug 14, 2026
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

2027 Market Access Program

Under MAP, USDA/FAS enters into agreements with Participants to share the cost of certain marketing and promotion activities to expand exports of U.S. agricultural commodities. Financial…

🏛 Foreign Agricultural Service 📋 CFDA 10.601 ⏰ Aug 14, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many food systems grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 1,036 food systems grants, of which 35 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 July 20, 2026 — about 2 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for food systems grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but food systems grants in this category most often support: Nonprofits, Public Authority, Tribal Nation and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $5B, 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 systems grants, 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 Systems grants

Food Systems grants support agricultural innovation, food security, and sustainable production practices across America. With 1,036 active grants currently listed, this category attracts funding from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and Agricultural Marketing Service. These grants address critical challenges in rural food access, agricultural capacity building, and research to strengthen our national food infrastructure.

Most Food Systems grants range from $200,000 to $950,000 and use competitive application processes. State governments, nonprofits, and public universities are typical recipients, often supporting rural communities, low-income populations, and Alaska Native regions. Note that roughly one in four grants require cost-sharing. Use filters for recipient type and demographic focus to identify the best-fit opportunities for your organization.