Fairfield County Food Security Fund
The Fairfield County Food Security Fund supports innovative, equity-driven projects that address the root causes of food insecurity in Fairfield County, led by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation.
Funder: Fairfield County’s Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted until funds are expended)
Funding Amounts: Grant size not specified publicly; funding is contingent on availability and may vary by cycle.
Summary: Supports equity-focused, collaborative projects addressing food insecurity and systemic inequities in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
Key Information: Applications are open on a rolling basis; apply early as funds may run out.
Description
The Fairfield County Food Security Fund is a strategic grant initiative of Fairfield County’s Community Foundation. It aims to support collaborative, equity-centered efforts that address food insecurity in historically underserved communities across Fairfield County, Connecticut. The fund is designed to bolster the capacity and coordination of nonprofits and grassroots organizations, with an emphasis on projects that go beyond immediate relief to foster systemic change and address the root causes of food insecurity and related inequities. This opportunity is closely aligned with the Foundation’s Fairfield County Forward strategic plan, which seeks to transform unjust systems and structures for lasting community impact.
