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New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate The New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate (OFSA) is a convener and collaborator building consensus across resident leaders, "food and" pantries, community kitchens, community-based organizations, the six state-designated food banks, legislators, state agencies, agriculture, food rescuers, and others to make true food security a reality for everyone.
Food Security in New Jersey "Food security exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food which meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life." Explore the state of food security in New Jersey and learn more about the origins of the above definition of food security.
LEARN MORE about food security Executive Director of the New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate OFSA works to provide updates on policies related to food security so community organizations, coalitions, philanthropy, and local decision makers can stay informed and engaged. Annually, OFSA hosts a statewide conference, the Garden State Conference on Food Security: Setting a Table for All, for Always .
This conference brings together hundreds of change-makers across organizations and sectors throughout our state and beyond who are dedicated to improving food security in New Jersey. OFSA is committed to strengthening relationships with NJ communities of all sizes and from every county to understand local food security goals and accomplishments, highlight community stories, and hear directly about local experiences and suggestions.
VIEW AND SHARE COMMUNITY PERSPECTIVES FROM ACROSS NJ > OFSA is supporting efforts to encourage families to complete a 2025-2026 School Meals and Summer EBT Application. Applying for free school meals is fast, easy, and secure. Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now available.
Pick up a paper application copy at your school or visit your school website to learn more. LEARN MORE about Supported Initiatives > OFSA is committed to ensuring that information disseminated from the office and its work are grounded in research and evidence.
EXPLORE RESEARCH EFFORTS > The New Jersey Food Fund was launched in 2024 to strengthen the food security system in New Jersey, uniting private philanthropies and New Jersey state agencies via a partnership with New Jersey’s Office of the Food Security Advocate.
This first-of-its-kind pooled grantmaking fund in New Jersey is supported by The Tepper Foundation, Novo Nordisk, The Henry & Marilyn Taub Foundation, The Campbell's Foundation, Community Foundation of New Jersey, Grotta Fund for Older Adults, M&T Bank, The O’Toole Family Foundation, Partners for Health Foundation, and Schumann Fund for New Jersey. The Call for Applications is closed.
In its first two years, the Fund has distributed $1. 3 million across 38 grants in 20 of New Jersey’s 21 counties—connecting local farms to communities, strengthening nonprofit infrastructure, and supporting organizations and coalitions that help thousands more families access nutritious food.
Hudson County Food Security Task Force: 4-H Family Learning Gardens The 4-H Family Learning Gardens are designed to reach underserved communities in various neighborhoods across Hudson County who lack access to fresh food in their community due to multiple barriers by providing educational workshops on gardening and increased access to fresh, healthy produce.
Made possible in partnership between Hudson County 4-H of Rutgers Cooperative Extension (RCE) and the Hudson County Department of Health and Human Services, with the support of the Parks Department, the 4-H Family Learning Gardens are a community resource offering free programs for youth and families.
LEARN MORE about Community Spotlight News, Updates, and Events Planning with Purpose: New Jersey’s Food Security Strategy and Planning Efforts Lead the Way at 2026 Anti-Hunger National Policy Conference May 15, 2026 | Updates from the Office OFSA Carries Its Commitment to New Jersey’s Farmers Forward at the 2026 NJ State Agricultural Convention March 17, 2026 | Updates from the Office February 13, 2026 | Updates from the Office USDA 2024 Food Security Data Report Shows New Jersey Remains a National Leader in Food Security, And There’s Still Work to Do January 6, 2026 | Updates from the Office New Jersey is the State Where the Federal Shutdown Didn’t Shut Out Those Most in Need December 9, 2025 | Updates from the Office Staying the Course: A Message from Mark Dinglasan Regarding the SNAP Shutdown November 4, 2025 | Updates from the Office Federal Uncertainty Threatens Reliability of New Jersey SNAP and WIC Programs USDA ends the annual Household Food Security Report September 23, 2025 | Update What Franklin Food Bank’s National Award Reminds Us About Local Food Security September 18, 2025 | Update A Message from Mark Dinglasan Regarding the USDA Halting TEFAP Deliveries to Food Banks OFSA Connects With NJ’s Farmers at the New Jersey State Agricultural Convention & Vegetable Growers Assoc.
Conference February 26, 2025 | Update A Message from Mark Dinglasan Regarding USDA Statement on SNAP February 12, 2025 | Update 2024 Wrapped: Together, We Made Progress December 24, 2024 | Update Hunger Action Month Highlight: New USDA Data Give Insights to State of Food Insecurity in New Jersey September 1, 2024 | Update Back and Unpacked from the 2024 National Anti-Hunger Policy Conference OFSA Launches Website as Central Resource for Local, Regional and Statewide Food Security Efforts White House Challenge To End Hunger Learn More about White House Challenge To End Hunger > OFSA Fireside Chat, Ep.
2: Centering Communities in Data Efforts to Inform County Food Security Work February 15, 2024 | Video/Podcast New Jersey Department of Agriculture Announces $120 Summer EBT Benefit for 2024
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Nonprofit organizations in New Jersey addressing food security. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
New Jersey Food Fund is funded by New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New Jersey. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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New Jersey County Food Security Coalition Network Initiative is sponsored by New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate (OFSA). This initiative aims to establish and implement a statewide network of county-level food security coalitions in New Jersey. The selected partner will support coalition development, capacity building, technical assistance, program facilitation, toolkit development, evaluation, dissemination, and sustainability planning.
New Jersey Food System Enhancements Program (FSEP) is sponsored by New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate. A total of $625,000 is available for FSEP grants, awarded through a Request for Applications (RFA) process. This program aims to strengthen New Jersey's food system and can support initiatives that ultimately benefit seniors' access to food.
New Jersey Food Security ROOTED (Research, Outreach, and Organizing for Trusted Community Engagement and Data) is a grant from New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate that funds community-driven social science research and education projects strengthening farming and food systems in New Jersey. Grants of up to $20,000 support research, outreach, and organizing efforts that advance food security at the community level. Eligible applicants are organizations conducting food security research, community engagement, and advocacy work to improve New Jersey's food ecosystem. The program prioritizes projects rooted in trusted community partnerships and data-driven approaches to identifying and addressing food access and agricultural sustainability challenges.
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.
Read articleUSDA-FNS posted $5 million for SNAP Process and Technology Improvement Grants with a June 29 deadline — but a two-year exclusion of prior winners has cleared the field for state agencies and nonprofits that have never won. Here is the strategic landscape, the three priority lanes, and why the partnership letter is the silent gatekeeper.
Read articleFNS 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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