2026-27 Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Subgrant Program
The FFVP grant supports South Carolina elementary schools in providing free fresh fruits and vegetables to students to promote healthier eating habits and increased produce consumption.
Funder: South Carolina Department of Education
Due Dates: July 17, 2026 (Full application due in SCAPS by 11:59 p.m. ET)
Funding Amounts: ~$3.5 million total; $50 per student; 1-year term (July 1, 2026–June 30, 2027)
Summary: Supports elementary schools in providing free fresh fruits and vegetables to students to promote healthier eating habits.
Key Information: Only elementary schools with ≥50% free/reduced-price meal eligibility are eligible; application must be submitted online via SCAPS.
Description
The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) subgrant enables elementary schools in South Carolina to offer free fresh fruits and vegetables as snacks to all enrolled students during the school day, outside of standard meal periods. The program aims to expand students’ exposure to a variety of produce, increase overall fruit and vegetable consumption, and foster lifelong healthy eating habits. FFVP also encourages schools to build partnerships at the state and local levels to support program implementation and sustainability.
