Healthy Cooking in Communities
This grant supports programs that encourage healthy cooking and eating habits to improve health and well-being in communities of all ages.
Funder: Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health
Due Dates: August 17, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000,000 per award; 3 awards expected; 12-month project period; typical award ~$3M
Summary: Supports large-scale, community-based cooking demonstrations and nutrition education to promote healthy eating and chronic disease prevention nationwide.
Description
This opportunity, administered by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Health (OASH) and the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), funds a nationwide initiative to implement community-based cooking demonstrations and hands-on nutrition education. The goal is to help individuals and families develop practical skills for selecting, preparing, and enjoying nutritious meals aligned with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Through a coordinated network of regional and local partners, awardees will deliver recurring cooking events, provide standardized nutrition education materials, and support broader health promotion activities. The initiative aims to reduce risk factors associated with chronic diseases by promoting healthy dietary patterns and nutrition literacy, especially in communities with high rates of diet-related disease or limited access to healthy foods.
