Grant Funding to Expand Opportunities in Rural Communities in Alaska (USA)
GrantID: 74029
Grant Funding Amount Low: $500
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $10,000
Summary
This grant opportunity offers funding to support community-led food and agriculture projects that enhance local food systems, especially in rural areas. It is designed to help small organizations, community groups, and individuals in more remote regions carry out initiatives that address food access, sustainability, and community wellness. The funding supports practical, on-the-ground efforts that create lasting improvements for food resilience in underserved locations.
Applicants may include nonprofits, grassroots organizations, tribal groups, small businesses, and individuals who are actively working on projects that align with food system improvements or sustainability goals. The funding can be used for a range of needs such as launching community gardens, improving local food storage or distribution, promoting education around healthy food practices, or developing infrastructure that increases access to locally produced food.
The grant is available within Alaska, with a focus on rural communities that face challenges related to food security and transportation. It encourages creative, local solutions that are rooted in the community’s specific strengths and cultural identity. Proposals are typically reviewed based on community impact, feasibility, and alignment with the program’s goals of improving long-term food system outcomes.
Award amounts vary but are generally considered microgrants, meaning they are suitable for smaller-scale projects with meaningful local impact. There may be a cost-share or match requirement, depending on the project size or applicant type. Deadlines and application cycles may change from year to year, depending on funding availability, so interested applicants are encouraged to review the guidelines carefully.
This opportunity serves as a valuable resource for small towns and villages seeking to increase local food resilience and build healthier communities.
This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Alaska that are actively involved in Quality of Life. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.
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