Food Security Fund
This grant supports food pantries in the Upper Ohio Valley to improve access to healthy food by funding projects that address operational gaps in sourcing, storage, distribution, and outreach.
Funder: Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per grant; one application per organization per 12 months
Summary: Supports nonprofits in the Upper Ohio Valley to increase access to healthy food by addressing operational gaps in local food pantries.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to food pantries serving specific counties in WV and OH; only one application per year per organization.
Description
The Food Security Fund, administered by the Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley, aims to support nonprofit organizations operating food pantries in the Upper Ohio Valley. The fund is dedicated to increasing consistent access to fresh, nutritious food for individuals and families facing food insecurity. Grants prioritize projects that address critical gaps in cold storage, food sourcing, distribution, or outreach, thereby improving the reliability and frequency of healthy food access. The fund specifically supports food pantries (not congregate dining or prepared meals) and seeks to strengthen local food systems through targeted, operational improvements.
