Summer Meals Capacity-Building Mini-Grants
Supports Rochester organizations in expanding and improving summer meal services for children and youth through staff, equipment, and meal funding.
Funder: Rochester Area Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per award; one-year mini-grants for capacity-building
Summary: Supports Rochester organizations to expand and improve summer meal services for children and youth by funding staff, equipment, and additional meals.
Key Information: Payment contingent upon confirmation of site approval by a Summer Meals sponsor or NYSED.
Description
The Summer Meals Capacity-Building Mini-Grants program aims to increase the reach and effectiveness of summer meal services for children and youth in the City of Rochester. Grants support initiatives that expand the number of children served and extend the number of days meals are available during the summer, when school is not in session. Funding can be used for supplemental staff or volunteer coordinators, capital equipment (such as tables, chairs, refrigerators, and coolers), and additional USDA-approved snacks and meals. The program is designed to help local Summer Meals sites address food insecurity and enhance program impact.
