Food Access Emergency Grants
This grant rapidly funds established Mahoning Valley food access programs to meet urgent, unexpected disruptions and increased community need, especially during events like SNAP reductions or government shutdowns.
Funder: Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley (https://www.cfmv.org)
Due Dates: Rolling (no deadline; applications accepted any time)
Funding Amounts: Up to $5,000 per request; higher amounts considered case-by-case.
Summary: Emergency grants to rapidly expand food access services in the Mahoning Valley in response to urgent disruptions, prioritizing established programs and partnerships.
Key Information: Priority for organizations with an existing relationship with the Foundation; project must have been operational before the emergency.
Description
The Food Access Emergency Grants program, offered by the Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley, provides rapid-response funding to organizations in the Mahoning Valley facing urgent disruptions to essential food services—especially those caused by federal government shutdowns or reductions in SNAP and similar programs. Funding is intended to support the quick expansion of established food access programs or collaborative efforts that can reach multiple communities. The program prioritizes applicants with an existing relationship with the Foundation and requires clear demonstration of existing resources, needs, and strategies to address increased service demands.
