USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture is accepting applications for Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program funding that supports community-driven initiatives aimed at strengthening local food systems and reducing food insecurity. The program provides a one-time infusion of Federal funding to help communities develop self-reliance and long-term solutions to local food needs. Funded projects must address both short-term food access challenges, such as improving access to nutritious foods, enhancing food distribution, and long-term goals, including building community self-reliance and strengthening local food system infrastructure. NIFA is accepting applications in three program areas: training and technical assistance, planning projects up to $50,000, and community food projects up to $400,000. Planning projects and community food projects require 1:1 matching funding.
