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Food Storage Capacity Grant is sponsored by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This grant offers funding for non-profit food banks and food pantries to acquire additional cold storage (Energy Star rated freezers and refrigerators, or energy-efficient commercial/industrial walk-in coolers and freezers) and shelving to increase the availability of perishable…
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pdf Hazardous Household Materials & Battery Recycling Study (2. 06 MB) . pdf Food Storage Capacity Grant Opportunity The DNR is offering the Food Storage Capacity Grant Opportunity to help address food waste, an issue that negatively impacts environmental, economic and social sustainability in Iowa and across the country.
This grant opportunity is designed to expand storage and cold storage of recovered food items. Food banks, food pantries and other non-profit organizations receiving food for distribution to food insecure Iowans are eligible to apply. Fiscal Year 2026 (starting July 1, 2025), the DNR is offering $250,000.
00 that will fund completed applications up to $5,000. Accepting on an open basis until a total $250,000. 00 has been awarded.
Food Storage Capacity Grant Application (1. 17 MB) . pdf Food Storage Application Video DNR Request for Proposals Land Quality Bureau staff are here to provide the assistance you need to protect Iowa's environment and establish a strong economic future.
Please contact us with any questions or ideas. Jennifer. Wright@dnr.
iowa. gov
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Non-profit food banks and food pantries and other non-profit organizations responsible for accepting and donating edible food to food insecure Iowans. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $5,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Food Storage Capacity Grant is funded by Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.
Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.
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