With grants ranging from $25,000 to $250,000, this opportunity will resource Tribal, Indigenous, Black, Latinx, Asian, and immigrant communities leading and benefiting from efforts to transform institutional food procurement into a values-aligned system that builds community power, equity, and sustainability across the food chain.
Planning Grants (up to $25,000) are designed for organizations in the early stages of project development. These grants support strategic research, stakeholder engagement, coalition-building, feasibility studies, and organizational planningβlaying a strong foundation for future implementation.
Implementation Grants ($50,000β$250,000) are geared toward organizations with a clear project plan and existing partnerships ready to bring their initiatives to life. These awards support the full execution of strategies that transform institutional food procurement and build power and infrastructure within BIPOC and community-led food systems.
Deadline: Applications are due Tuesday, October 14th, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET.
Grant seekers are strongly encouraged to complete theΒ Eligibility QuizΒ by Monday, October 6th, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET to allow ample time to receive an invitation and submit an application.
How to Apply: Interested organizations can download the full RFP, take the eligibility quiz, and visit the Growing Justice Fund website for more information:Β www.growingjustice.org/apply.