Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program
The Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program funds Connecticut organizations to buy and distribute CT Grown foods to underserved communities, strengthening local agriculture and food access.
Funder: Connecticut Department of Agriculture
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline; projected)
Funding Amounts: $100,000–$310,000 per award; total pool ~$1,550,000; 14-month project period
Summary: Supports Connecticut organizations to purchase and distribute CT Grown food to underserved communities, strengthening the state’s agricultural supply chain.
Key Information: Applicants must be based in Connecticut and 100% of funded food purchases must be Connecticut Grown.
Description
This statewide, competitive grant program, administered by the Connecticut Department of Agriculture, aims to improve local food access and bolster the resilience of Connecticut’s agricultural supply chain. The program funds projects that purchase, aggregate, and distribute Connecticut Grown farm products at no cost to underserved communities, while fostering partnerships across the food system. By connecting local farmers and producers with distribution sites, the program supports both agricultural producers and food-insecure populations, ensuring greater access to fresh, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food.
