Fiscal Year 2026 Expanding Nutrition Services
Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations seeking to expand nutrition services to underserved populations. Eligible applicants typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), community health centers, state and local health departments, tribal organizations, and other public health entities. The program supports activities that increase access to nutrition counseling, education, and services for vulnerable populations including low-income individuals, pregnant women, children, seniors, and those with chronic conditions. Geographic scope is nationwide, and funding may prioritize rural or underserved urban communities. Supported activities typically include nutrition assessment, counseling, education programs, referral services, and workforce development for nutrition professionals.
Key dates
- May 6, 2026 Applications open
- Jun 15, 2026 Application deadline in 14 days
- Sep 1, 2026 Award announced
- Sep 1, 2026 Project start
This grant is for organizations seeking to expand nutrition services to underserved populations. Eligible applicants typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), community health centers, state and local health departments, tribal organizations, and other public health entities. The program supports activities that increase access to nutrition counseling, education, and services for vulnerable populations including low-income individuals, pregnant women, children, seniors, and those with chronic conditions. Geographic scope is nationwide, and funding may prioritize rural or underserved urban communities. Supported activities typically include nutrition assessment, counseling, education programs, referral services, and workforce development for nutrition professionals.
Program description
Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Expanding Nutrition Services (ENS) funding will support HRSA-funded health centers to increase access to nutrition services. Nutrition services can help to prevent, manage, and treat diseases and conditions through nutritional and food-based interventions. Applicants for this funding must increase the number of nutrition services patients or visits.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- 501(c)(3) Public Charity
- Community Health Center
- FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center)
- Nonprofits
- Tribal Organization
Demographic focus
Details
This grant is for organizations seeking to expand nutrition services to underserved populations. Eligible applicants typically include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, federally qualified health centers (FQHCs), community health centers, state and local health departments, tribal organizations, and other public health entities. The program supports activities that increase access to nutrition counseling, education, and services for vulnerable populations including low-income individuals, pregnant women, children, seniors, and those with chronic conditions. Geographic scope is nationwide, and funding may prioritize rural or underserved urban communities. Supported activities typically include nutrition assessment, counseling, education programs, referral services, and workforce development for nutrition professionals.
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative (typically 15-20 pages) describing need, goals, methods, and evaluation plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative justifying all costs
- Organizational capacity documentation (audited financials, 501(c)(3) status, relevant experience)
- Letters of support/commitment from partner organizations
- Evaluation plan with measurable outcomes and data collection methods
- Organizational policies (conflict of interest, civil rights compliance)
- Resumes or position descriptions for key staff
- Logic model or program flow chart
Program contact
- 👤 Health Resources and Services Administration
- 📧 bphcfunding@hrsa.gov
- 📞 3015944300
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 93.224 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$170,931,942
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$160,570,789
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$151,511,940
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$132,010,302
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$122,438,575
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$121,469,702
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$120,911,859
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$119,853,092
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$117,279,445
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$114,092,355
Top States by Funding
- CA 17 awards $1,617.3M
- FL 10 awards $731.4M
- NY 7 awards $642.4M
- TX 7 awards $471.1M
- CO 6 awards $461.3M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 93.224). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $5,401,144,000 | |
| 2025 | $5,408,524,000 | |
| 2026 est. | $5,342,179,000 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this nutrition services expansion grant?
Typically 501(c)(3) nonprofits, FQHCs, community health centers, state/local health departments, tribal organizations, and public health agencies can apply. Some programs may also accept individual practitioners or consortiums.
What types of nutrition services are eligible for funding?
Common eligible activities include nutrition assessment and counseling, nutrition education programs, referrals to nutrition services, training of nutrition workforce, and infrastructure development to support nutrition services delivery.
What is the typical funding range and project duration?
HRSA nutrition expansion grants typically range from $50,000 to $500,000+ annually, with project periods often 3-5 years. Check specific FOA for exact amounts.
How competitive is this grant opportunity?
HRSA grants are moderately to highly competitive. Strong applications demonstrate clear community need, experienced staff, strategic partnerships, and measurable outcomes aligned with health equity goals.
When is the application deadline?
The specific deadline for FY2026 has not been announced. Monitor grants.hrsa.gov and SAM.gov regularly for the official funding opportunity announcement with deadline dates.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Establish partnerships with clinical providers and community organizations to demonstrate collaborative capacity and ensure services reach target populations
- Use local epidemiological data and community needs assessments to document baseline nutrition disparities and justify your proposed intervention scope
- Develop clear, measurable outcomes aligned with HRSA priorities such as health equity, access to care, and workforce development in underserved areas
- Include a detailed implementation timeline that shows realistic milestones and demonstrates how you'll scale services sustainably beyond the grant period
- Emphasize how nutrition services integrate with primary care and address upstream determinants of health (food access, health literacy, cultural preferences)
⚠️ Common mistakes
Many applications fail because they lack sufficient documentation of community need and baseline data on nutrition disparities in their target population. Additionally, applicants often underestimate staffing costs or fail to demonstrate how nutrition services will be sustained or integrated into existing clinical workflows after federal funding ends. Finally, weak partnerships or unclear roles of collaborating organizations signal to reviewers that implementation may be fragmented or fail.
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