Regional School Food Infrastructure Grant Program
🏛 New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
✓ Free, no account · Source: New York SFS Grant Opportunity Portal · Last verified Sep 18, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for New York State organizations working on school food infrastructure. Eligible applicants include government entities, nonprofits, and tribal organizations. Projects must support agricultural supply chains and food systems serving school districts. Activities may include equipment, facilities, or systems that improve food access in schools.
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Program description
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 funding is approximately $10,000,000. Eligible applicants: Governmental Entity, Not-For-Profit, Tribal Organization. Focus area: Agricultural Supports. Project period: 0 Month(s). Applications are due 2027-01-22. Posted through the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal in the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Application form (via New York State Grant Opportunity Portal)
- Project narrative/description
- Budget and budget narrative
- Organizational capacity documentation
- Letters of support from partner schools or districts
Program contact
- 👤 Matthew S. Wilson
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Government entities, nonprofits, and tribal organizations in New York State. Your organization must have capacity to manage school food infrastructure projects.
What is the project timeframe?
The program specifies zero months listed, suggesting this may be a planning or capacity-building grant. Contact the administering agency for clarity on actual project duration expectations.
What types of projects are funded?
Projects supporting agricultural supply chains and food systems serving school districts. This typically includes infrastructure, equipment, or programming improvements.
Is cost-sharing required?
No cost-sharing or matching funds are required for this grant.
When is the application deadline?
Applications are due January 22, 2027. Submit through the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal in the Statewide Financial System (SFS).
💡 Tips for applicants
- Review the New York State Grant Opportunity Portal carefully for detailed program guidelines and scoring criteria. The posting should clarify the zero-month project period notation.
- Partner with local school districts early to understand their infrastructure needs. Strong letters of support strengthen competitiveness significantly.
- Budget conservatively and justify all expenses tied directly to improving school food systems. Document baseline conditions at target schools.
- Check whether applicants must be based in New York or if out-of-state organizations can partner with NY entities. Clarify with the administering agency if unclear.
- Start your application early to allow time for questions. The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets may have technical assistance resources available.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applicants often submit vague project descriptions that don't clearly connect activities to school food infrastructure improvements. Many fail to secure commitments from schools early, weakening demonstrated need. Applications lacking detailed budgets tied to specific infrastructure items are frequently rejected.
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