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National School Lunch Program (NSLP) Equipment Assistance Grants is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). These grants help schools modernize kitchen infrastructure to prepare and serve healthier meals.
While not directly focused on HVAC for the entire school, it can support energy-efficient kitchen equipment like refrigerators and steamers, indirectly contributing to overall energy efficiency. Priority is given to schools in underserved areas where at least 50% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
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Search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local Educational Agencies (LEAs). Priority for schools in underserved areas where at least 50% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified; total funding for FY2026 is $20 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was May 28, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
National School Lunch Program (NSLP) Equipment Assistance Grants is funded by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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WIC National Workforce Strategy is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) and National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). This joint effort provides funding for WIC workforce development. The program aims to enhance the workforce supporting the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS). The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federal program that provides reimbursements for nutritious meals and snacks served to eligible children and adults in child care centers, family child care homes, after-school programs, and emergency shelters.
Farm to School Implementation Grant is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. This program aims to increase the availability of local foods in schools and connect students to the sources of their food through education, taste tests, school gardens, field trips, and local food sourcing for school meals. Projects should incorporate both local sourcing and agricultural education efforts.
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.
FNS will award up to $5M with individual requests of $20K to $2M. Past FY24 and FY25 PTIG winners are ineligible as lead applicants, opening the field substantially. The state SNAP letter of commitment is the operational bottleneck — not the proposal itself.
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