This opportunity has shifted its focus entirely to rapid-response emergency food access funding for established programs affected by service disruptions. You can now apply on a rolling basis for up to $5,000, rather than waiting for the previous quarterly deadlines. Keep in mind that you must now email an initial inquiry to receive an application link, and your food access program must have been operational prior to the disruption to be eligible.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley
Due Dates: Rolling (No deadlines; requests accepted anytime)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per request; higher amounts considered case-by-case; rapid response within 2 weeks of application.
Summary: Supports urgent expansion of established food access programs in the Mahoning Valley due to disruptions in services like SNAP.
Key Information: Priority to organizations with prior CFMV relationship; program must have been operational before the funding request.