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Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance Program is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA). This program provides grant funding to food assistance organizations to secure cold-storage equipment, including commercial refrigerators, freezers, and other essential cold-chain equipment, along with installation and related costs. The goal is to safely store, package, and distribute fresh and frozen foods.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Food assistance organizations. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance Program is funded by USDA Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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