Food Systems Grants

As of September 2026, Grantoria lists 598 Food Systems Grants — 19 open right now, across 100 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $550M. The next application deadline is September 8, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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598total grants
19open now
100agencies
$1K–$550Mfunding range
Sep 8next deadline
CLOSING SOON 🔥 Closing today Hard to apply

Community Resilience Centers Round 2 PLANNING Grant (FY 26-27)

CRC Planning Grants will support planning activities to prepare communities to implement Community Resilience Centers. CRC Planning Grant activities should focus on preparing for a future…

🏛 Strategic Growth Council (California) ⏰ Sep 4, 2026 💰 $100,000 – $500,000
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CLOSING SOON 5 days left Moderate to apply

Fiscal Year 2027 Expanding Nutrition Services

Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Expanding Nutrition Services (ENS) funding will support HRSA-funded health centers to increase access to nutrition services. Nutrition services can help to prevent,…

🏛 Health Resources and Services Administration 📋 CFDA 93.224 ⏰ Sep 9, 2026 💰 $350,000 – $350,000
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CLOSING SOON 6 days left Moderate to apply

Scholarships for Students at 1890 Institutions (1890 Scholarships)

The purpose of the 1890 Scholarships Program, under Assistance Listing Number 10.524, is to provide scholarships to support recruiting, engaging, retaining, mentoring, and training of undergraduate…

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture 📋 CFDA 10.524 ⏰ Sep 10, 2026 💰 $1,111,578 – $5,557,890
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OPEN 14 days left Moderate to apply

Dairy Promotion or Research Program 2027

Dairy Promotion or Research Program 2027 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 ⏰ Sep 18, 2026
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OPEN 27 days left Hard to apply

Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance

AMS will award these funds competitively to at least one eligible organization that meets program requirements and whose expertise is consistent with the purpose of the…

🏛 Agricultural Marketing Service 📋 CFDA 10.197 ⏰ Oct 1, 2026 💰 $2,000,000 – $7,500,000
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OPEN 33 days left Hard to apply

Tribal Colleges Education Equity Grants Program

The TCEG program (assistance listing 10.221) is designed to help build Tribal education capacity in the food and agricultural sciences for Native Alaskan/American Indian students. This…

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture 📋 CFDA 10.221 ⏰ Oct 7, 2026 💰 $228,571 – $228,571
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OPEN 39 days left Hard to apply

Extreme Heat and Community Resilience Program Round 2

Early Infrastructure Projects fund heat-related infrastructure planning and a demonstration project that tests proposed approaches. Awards range from $750,000 to $1.2 million. Advanced Infrastructure Projects fund…

🏛 Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (California) ⏰ Oct 13, 2026 💰 $750,000 – $4,500,000
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OPEN 41 days left Hard to apply

Higher Education Challenge Grants Program

The purpose of HEC, under assistance listing 10.217, is to strengthen institutional capacities, including curriculum, faculty, scientific instrumentation, and student recruitment and retention. The HEC program…

🏛 National Institute of Food and Agriculture 📋 CFDA 10.217 ⏰ Oct 15, 2026 💰 $150,000 – $750,000
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Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program 2026

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), requests applications for the fiscal year (FY) 2026 Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program (SCMP). The SCMP…

🏛 Agricultural Marketing Service 📋 CFDA 10.170 ⏰ Dec 4, 2026 💰 $250,000 – $1,000,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many food systems grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 598 food systems grants, of which 19 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 September 8, 2026 — about 4 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 $550M, 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 598 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.