Food Assistance Program Grant
The Food Assistance Program Grant from Sturgis Area Community Foundation funds research-based projects to strengthen and sustain local food assistance in St. Joseph County, Michigan.
Funder: Sturgis Area Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Applications accepted until funds are depleted)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per award; one-time funding per cycle.
Summary: Supports organizations in St. Joseph County, Michigan, to expand and strengthen local food assistance and build sustainable capacity.
Key Information: Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
Description
The Food Assistance Program Grant, offered by the Sturgis Area Community Foundation with support from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, is designed to strengthen food assistance efforts throughout St. Joseph County, Michigan. This grant supports organizations addressing the increased need for food access while building long-term and sustainable capacity. Eligible projects may include improvements to infrastructure, staffing, technology, program enhancements, and limited food purchasing to improve food distribution systems and organizational resilience.
