Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program
National Institute of Food and Agriculture
About This Grant
The CFPCGP projects are to be designed to require a one-time contribution of Federal assistance to become self-reliant and meet short- and long-term goals. Applicants are required to address at least one short-term and one long-term CFPCGP goals that best fit the plan or project being proposed to ensure a comprehensive and enduring approach to resolving food and nutrition security and hunger.
Grant Summary
Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program is a National Institute of Food and Agriculture grant providing $25K to $400K. Applications are due 2026-07-16 (closing in 27 days). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
Requirements
- required to address at least one short-term and one long-term CFPCGP goals that best fit the plan or project being proposed to ensure a comprehensive and enduring approach to resolving food and nutrition security and hunger
- Applicants are required to address at least one short-term and one long-term CFPCGP goals that best fit the plan or project being proposed to ensure a comprehensive and enduring approach to resolving food and nutrition security and hunger
How to Apply
$25K–$400K
2026-07-16
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program from National Institute of Food and Agriculture, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to National Institute of Food and Agriculture before the deadline.
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Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program: Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program?
Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program is offered by National Institute of Food and Agriculture and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program provide?
Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program provides between $25K and $400K per award from National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program deadline?
Applications for Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program are due 2026-07-16 (closing in 27 days). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, National Institute of Food and Agriculture, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program?
To apply for Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program, confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
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