Hunger Relief - Allen Foundation
Hunger Relief - Allen Foundation supports nonprofits and higher education institutions in addressing community hunger needs, emphasizing lasting impact in Michigan and the Great Lakes region.
This grant was recently updated
New Hunger Relief & Nutrition Education guidance encourages applications from all regions, with funding priorities focused on Michigan and the Great Lakes region and particular emphasis on projects creating meaningful, lasting impacts in Michigan communities.
Funder: Allen Foundation
Due Dates: Twice yearly (applications; consult deadline schedule) | April 15, 2027 (2026 award progress reports)
Funding Amounts: Hunger Relief award amount and duration not specified
Summary: Supports hunger relief projects addressing community needs, emphasizing lasting impact in Michigan and the Great Lakes region.
Key Information: Applications are encouraged from all regions; Hunger Relief uses a separate application portal from the foundation’s education and research programs.
Description
The Allen Foundation’s Hunger Relief program supports projects that address community hunger needs, with particular emphasis on meaningful, lasting impacts in Michigan communities and the broader Great Lakes region. Applications are encouraged from all regions, so the geographic emphasis is a priority rather than an exclusive application boundary.
Hunger Relief is distinct from the foundation’s Nutrition Education and Academic Research programs and has its own application portal. The foundation’s charter limits its grants to projects that primarily benefit human nutrition in health, education, training, and research. Applicants should use the eligibility screening and Giving Guidelines to assess both organizational eligibility and how closely their proposed hunger relief work aligns with the foundation’s focus.
