Florida Blue Foundation Food Security Grant Program

800.477.3736 Ext. 63215
floridabluefoundation@floridablue.com

The Florida Blue Foundation will provide grants to improve access to fresh, healthy, and affordable food in underserved communities in the state.

The program priority is improving access to healthy food and developing self-sufficiency by creating sustainable solutions to enhance food security. Projects are expected to incorporate a nutrition education component to address health risks associated with food insecurity.

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, public agencies, universities, colleges, training centers, faith-based organizations, and other health related facilities that:

• Are incorporated in Florida
• Have the capacity, expertise, resources, knowledge in the field, and time needed to carry out the intent of the program
• Have expertise in delivering educational and awareness programs on targeted topics to targeted populations described in this application
• Have expertise in developing and managing programs
• Have the capability to reach the target populations

Expected award range: $90,000 - $100,000 per year
Project period: 4 years
Estimated total program funding: $3,000,000

A link to the application instructions is available on the program website.

Submit through the online application system.