Grants for Private institutions of higher education - Food and Nutrition
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Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Oct 4, 2025
This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations, schools, and other legal entities focused on advancing racial equity and improving the well-being of vulnerable children and families through community-driven solutions in the U.S. and select international regions.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Dec 22, 2025
This grant provides funding and support for early-career researchers to explore the role of aquatic foods in sustainable food systems, focusing on climate resilience, equity, and nutrition.
Application Deadline
Mar 28, 2026
Date Added
Oct 28, 2025
This grant provides funding to organizations working on sustainable development initiatives that alleviate poverty in specific areas, including international locations, the Greater Metropolitan St. Louis region, and West Central Illinois.
Application Deadline
May 14, 2026
Date Added
Mar 17, 2026
This funding opportunity provides financial support to a U.S.-based academic institution to train Uzbekistani professionals in the soy industry, focusing on marketing, food safety, and trade practices to enhance U.S. soy exports.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Mar 4, 2024
This program provides financial support to food pantries, nonprofits for emergency response equipment, and educational institutions for health initiatives that benefit students.
Application Deadline
Mar 25, 2026
Date Added
Feb 4, 2026
This funding opportunity supports research projects aimed at improving the flavor of plant-based and fermentation-derived proteins to enhance consumer acceptance and drive innovation in sustainable food systems.
Application Deadline
Mar 27, 2026
Date Added
Feb 17, 2025
This funding opportunity supports Iowa-based organizations in enhancing the competitiveness of specialty crops through research, market development, and educational initiatives that benefit the broader agricultural industry.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Feb 20, 2026
This program provides funding to various organizations and individuals in Minnesota to purchase and distribute locally grown food for free to residents facing food insecurity, particularly those underserved by traditional food systems.
Application Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
Date Added
Mar 20, 2026
This funding opportunity supports schools, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Minnesota to enhance agricultural education programs and develop future leaders in agriculture, food, and natural resources.
Application Deadline
Apr 29, 2026
Date Added
Feb 6, 2025
This grant provides financial support to early-career scientists in the U.S. to pursue innovative research in food and agriculture, helping them overcome funding challenges as they establish their careers.
Application Deadline
Oct 6, 2026
Date Added
Jun 6, 2025
This funding opportunity supports research on digital health technologies to improve the management of type 2 diabetes, targeting a wide range of eligible organizations including universities, nonprofits, and community groups.
Application Deadline
Nov 1, 2026
Date Added
Dec 9, 2024
This program provides $40 million in funding to support environmental and public health initiatives in underserved communities across the Great Lakes region, prioritizing tribal governments, small nonprofits, and local organizations addressing environmental challenges.
Application Deadline
Apr 15, 2026
Date Added
Jun 20, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofit organizations, schools, and government entities for community-focused projects that address specific needs in the areas surrounding Walmart stores and facilities.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Sep 12, 2019
This funding initiative supports researchers developing innovative biosensing technologies to monitor and identify biological substances, addressing critical challenges in health, agriculture, and environmental protection.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Feb 2, 2026
This grant provides funding to organizations that engage AmeriCorps members in service projects addressing community needs, particularly in rural, tribal, and high-poverty areas, while focusing on priorities like youth mental health, public safety, and workforce development.
Application Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Date Added
Dec 23, 2025
This funding opportunity provides financial support to national organizations that will deliver tailored technical assistance to health centers across the U.S. to improve primary health care delivery and operational efficiency.
Application Deadline
Apr 23, 2026
Date Added
Jan 30, 2026
This funding opportunity supports colleges, universities, and agricultural institutions in developing innovative solutions to enhance U.S. food and agricultural systems, focusing on productivity, sustainability, and market expansion.
Application Deadline
Not specified
Date Added
Jul 26, 2024
This funding opportunity supports the creation and expansion of community gardens in Prince George’s County to improve food security, promote sustainable practices, and engage local residents.
Application Deadline
Mar 26, 2026
Date Added
Feb 13, 2026
This program provides funding to various organizations and institutions in Alabama to enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops like fruits and vegetables through innovative projects that benefit the agricultural community.
Application Deadline
Apr 20, 2026
Date Added
Jun 16, 2025
This funding opportunity supports researchers and professionals in regenerative agriculture to conduct projects that improve soil health, agricultural resilience, and sustainable farming practices, with a focus on knowledge sharing and practical applications.


