Ralph J. Torraco Food Bank/Shelter Fund Grant
Ralph J. Torraco Food Bank/Shelter Fund Grant supports food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters, funding direct food, shelter, and basic-needs services for vulnerable people in the United States.
Funder: UNICO Foundation
Due Dates: February 12, 2027 (March board review) | June 12, 2027 (July convention review)
Funding Amounts: $500–$1,500 per grant
Summary: Supports established food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters providing direct food, shelter, and basic-needs services in the United States.
Key Information: Applicants must be based in an eligible state and associated with a UNICO Chapter or member.
Description
The Ralph J. Torraco Food Bank/Shelter Fund, administered by the UNICO Foundation, supports established community programs providing food and shelter to people in need. It funds the practical work of food pantries, soup kitchens, and shelters serving vulnerable populations, including low-income people, older adults, and people with disabilities.
Support is directed entirely to direct services such as food, shelter, and basic needs, rather than salaries or general operating expenses. The program serves organizations and programs operating in the United States, with eligibility tied to specified states and a UNICO Chapter or member affiliation. The Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation incorporated in 1962.
