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Local Food Purchase Assistance Grant Program is a grant from the Connecticut Department of Agriculture that funds improvements to local food access and agricultural supply chain resiliency. The program is funded through state legislation (S. A.
25-1) and supports organizations purchasing locally grown food for distribution to communities in need. Eligible applicants include food pantries, community health centers, and nonprofits. In 2026, $1.
55 million was awarded to 12 entities across Connecticut. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; a program webinar was held February 25, 2026.
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Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program Are you sure you want to log out of your account? If you do want to logout, please click Logout. Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program A statewide grant program funded through S.
A. 25-1 to improve local food access and agricultural supply chain resiliency. To learn more check out the press release below.
Visit the Documents/Forms tab for more supporting documents. A grant webinar was held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 4-5pm.
If you have any further questions, visit our Contact Us tab If you are a CT farmer of any size or years of experience and/or produce value-added products using CT Grown ingredients who are interested in selling products through this program, please (also) complete the Producer Interest Form Distribution Site Interest Form (for those not applying to lead a project) Department of Agriculture 450 Columbus Blvd Ste 701,
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Food pantries, community health centers, and nonprofits. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1.55 million total awarded to 12 entities in 2026. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Local Food Purchase Assistance Grant Program (Connecticut) is funded by Connecticut Department of Agriculture. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Connecticut. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
Specialty Crop Block Grant Program is a grant from the Connecticut Department of Agriculture that funds projects enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops in Connecticut. Specialty crops include fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, horticulture, and nursery crops. Funded activities may include research, marketing, food safety education, pest and disease management, and development of new markets. Eligible applicants are Connecticut-based agricultural businesses, nonprofits, universities, and producer associations with projects directly benefiting specialty crop industries. The 2026 application period has opened and is administered through the Connecticut Department of Agriculture.
Food System Capacity Building Grant is sponsored by Connecticut Department of Agriculture. This grant supports initiatives that strengthen the overall capacity of the state's food system, including production, processing, distribution, and access to local products. It provides funds to Connecticut organizations involved in food system policy and/or creating innovative, localized programming to increase food access and address food insecurity.
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.
The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.
USDA NIFA's Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program offers $4.8M in FY2026 with a July 16 deadline — planning grants to $50K and project grants to $400K over four years. The catch is a 1:1 match that screens out most applicants. Here is how to build the match, choose your track, and write a self-reliance story that scores.
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