This grant supports nonprofit organizations in Durham County working to improve food security through diverse strategies such as direct food assistance, nutrition program access, organizational capacity building, service coordination, and food-related training. Projects should benefit local communities and demonstrate community engagement. The award is $50,000 for a 12-month project period, focusing on both short-term access and long-term food system improvements.
Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) status or fiscally sponsored by one, conducting work in Durham County to improve food security. Applicants cannot be current recipients of Durham County Food Security Grant funding.