[Elevance Health Foundation](https://elevancehealth.foundation/for-grantseekers)

July 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Grant range is open; typical award duration is 1–3 years. Funding is based on program needs and proposed impact.

Supports nonprofits improving access to nutritious food and health outcomes for U.S. communities facing food and nutrition insecurity.

Applicants must be U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits under IRS subsections 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), 509(a)(2), or 509(a)(3).

--- ## Description The Elevance Health Foundation's Food as Medicine grant program funds nonprofit organizations working to address food and nutrition insecurity in the United States. The grant emphasizes the importance of consistent access to nutritious food in maintaining health and reducing the risk of diet-related chronic diseases. It encourages collaboration between nonprofits and healthcare organizations to improve clinical outcomes, expand access to healthy food, and promote whole-person care. The Foundation is particularly interested in programs that can demonstrate measurable improvements in health outcomes for at-risk populations and that offer innovative, scalable, and culturally relevant solutions. --- ## Due Dates - July 2026: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grant range is open; there is no specified minimum or maximum. - Typical grant duration is 1–3 years, awarded in 12-month increments. - Funding levels are determined based on program need and the plan for impact. - Grants may cover implementation, measurement, evaluation, and reporting costs. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be registered 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in the U.S. under one of the following IRS subsections: - 170(b)(1)(A)(vi): Organizations supported by government or the general public - 509(a)(2): Organizations with primary support from program-related activities and contributions - 509(a)(3): Organizations operated for the benefit of other exempt organizations (Type I, II, or III functionally integrated) - Applicants must: - Clearly define accountability standards and key milestones - Track and report long-term outcomes and sustainable change - Demonstrate capacity for measurement and evaluation --- ## Application Process - Download and review the [Food as Medicine Request for Proposal (RFP)](https://elevancehealth.foundation/custom_assets/images/pdf/update_06_2025/EHF_FAM%20_%20RFP_6-2025.pdf) for detailed guidance. - Prepare a proposal addressing program goals, target population, metrics for success, and sustainability. - Submit your application online via the [Elevance Health Foundation grantseekers page](https://elevancehealth.foundation/for-grantseekers) when the application window opens. - The review period typically takes 4–6 months. Applicants will be contacted for additional information or with a decision. --- ## Additional Information - Priority is given to programs that: - Improve clinical outcomes for individuals with diet-related conditions - Increase access to nutritious foods for high-risk and food-insecure populations - Support whole-person health and culturally relevant interventions - Are innovative, scalable, and generate measurable outcomes - Focus on national impact or targeted interventions in California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Texas, and Virginia - Grantees are required to provide semi-annual progress reports aligned with program metrics. --- ## External Links - [Elevance Health Foundation For Grantseekers](https://elevancehealth.foundation/for-grantseekers) - [Food as Medicine Program Overview](https://elevancehealth.foundation/food-as-medicine) - [Download the Food as Medicine RFP (PDF)](https://elevancehealth.foundation/custom_assets/images/pdf/update_06_2025/EHF_FAM%20_%20RFP_6-2025.pdf) - [Contact the Foundation](https://elevancehealth.foundation/contact-us) - [FAQs for Grantseekers (PDF)](https://elevancehealth.foundation/custom_assets/images/pdf/Grantseekers_FAQs.pdf) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Method | Details | |---|---| | Email | foundation@elevancehealth.com | | Online Contact Form | [Contact the Foundation](https://elevancehealth.foundation/contact-us) |

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