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Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program * Return to Grants and Opportunities **Program Purpose and Status** The purpose of the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) program is to build resilience in the middle of the food supply chain, to provide more and better markets to small farms and food businesses, to support the development of value-added products for consumers, fair prices, fair wages, and new and safe job opportunities.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Farm and food businesses in New York State. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Grant Program is funded by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
2025-2026 NYS Companion Animal Capital Projects is a grant from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets that funds capital improvements to animal shelters and rescue facilities for dogs and cats. Eligible activities include construction, renovation, rehabilitation, equipment acquisition, and expansion of shelter infrastructure focused on heating, ventilation, security, and isolation capabilities. In FY26, $10 million was allocated for this program. Single-municipality grants range from $50,000 to $200,000; multi-municipality projects may receive $100,000 to $500,000, with the grant covering up to 90% of eligible costs. A 10% match is required. Eligible applicants are municipal governments and incorporated nonprofit pounds, shelters, humane societies, and rescue facilities in New York, excluding residential-based operations, and must be prequalified in the NYS Grants Gateway system.
Farm to School (New York State) is a grant from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets that funds initiatives to increase the use of locally sourced agricultural products in school meal programs and promote agricultural education in K-12 schools across New York State. The program supports connections between local farmers and schools, helping students learn about food systems and healthy eating while strengthening regional food economies. Awards of up to $150,000 are available to eligible non-profit organizations operating in New York State. The deadline for the most recent cycle was March 12, 2026. This grant aligns with statewide farm-to-school initiatives that build sustainable local food supply chains and improve student nutrition outcomes.
NYS Beginning Farmer Competitive Grant Program is sponsored by New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (administered by New York Farm Viability Institute). This program provides funding to help new and early-stage farmers build financially sustainable, independent, commercial agricultural businesses in New York State. Funds can be used for start-up, improvement or expansion of farm operations, purchase of land, machinery, equipment, livestock, worker training, and marketing initiatives.
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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