Food Access Emergency Grants
Supports rapid expansion of existing Mahoning Valley food access programs to address urgent needs from disruptions like SNAP service interruptions.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley
Due Dates: Rolling (requests accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: Generally up to $5,000 per request; higher amounts may be considered case-by-case.
Summary: Supports rapid expansion of pre-existing food access programs in the Mahoning Valley to address urgent needs caused by disruptions in services like SNAP.
Key Information: Only established programs operational prior to the funding request are eligible; new initiatives are not considered.
Description
The Food Access Emergency Grants are designed to provide rapid-response funding for organizations in the Mahoning Valley facing increased demand for food access due to disruptions in critical services such as SNAP. The program prioritizes scaling up existing food pantries, meal delivery, and similar efforts that were operational before the disruption, enabling them to address urgent community needs and help residents meet basic health and safety requirements. Priority is given to organizations with an established relationship with the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley.
