Grant Opportunities For Food Security And Basic Needs

Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

Journey For Good

Supports U.S. nonprofits assisting people who are economically vulnerable. Focus areas: combat hunger and promote nutritional wellness through food-related initiatives; needs of veterans, including food, shelter, and medical care; workforce development and training.

Deadline: May 15, 2026

https://journeyforgood.org/grants/

National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

The Smith-Lever Special Needs Grants Program supports extension services addressing issues, including agricultural and rural development, environmental sustainability, economic development, and more.

Deadline: June 1, 2026

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361738

PepsiCo Foundation

Donates food, beverages, and snacks to nonprofits addressing food insecurity and community well-being.

Rolling Deadline

https://www.pepsico.com/about/pepsico-foundation

Walmart Foundation

Donates products such as food, clothing, and household items to nonprofits through local community giving programs.

Rolling Deadline

https://www.walmart.org

Clif Family Foundation

The Foundation supports hundreds of U.S. grassroots nonprofits that are working tirelessly to transform our food system, revitalize the environment, and enhance community health.

Deadline: August 1, 2026

https://cliffamilyfoundation.org/grants-program

Popeye's Foundation

Popeye’s Food Love Grants program supports nonprofits that provide food to those in need, with program support ranging from on-site feeding programs, mobile kitchens, homebound food delivery programs, out-of-school meals, and disaster-related food support.

Deadline:  Rolling (Pre-Application)

https://www.popeyesfoundation.org/programs/food-love-grants

ALDI

Through ALDI’s Smart Kids Program, ALDI partners with organizations that make a positive impact on kids' health and well-being, as well as programs addressing food insecurity and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Various Programs and Deadlines

https://corporate.aldi.us/corporate-sustainability/community/aldi-community-support-programs

 Lawrence Foundation

Supports U.S. organizations working to solve urgent environmental, human services, and disaster relief challenges.

Deadlines: April 30 and October 31, 2026

https://thelawrencefoundation.org/application-process

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