Idaho Food Bank Fund grant applications sought

The Idaho Food Bank Fund has announced its 2023 fund grant application process is open until July 31.

The grants are open to Idaho 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations that provide nutrition awareness, promote healthy eating, or relieve hunger. Funds can be used to operate programs, purchase food, purchase nutrition education materials, expand capacity (new freezers, shelving, transportation, etc), or promote access for anyone in need, including underserved and/or marginalized populations.

Established by the Idaho State Legislature in 2009, the Idaho Food Bank Fund provides financial support to Idaho nonprofits. It is administered by Catholic Charities of Idaho, Community Action Partnership Association of Idaho, and The Idaho Foodbank. The fund is financed through a “check off” box on Idaho State tax returns. In 2022 grants totaling $233,900 were allocated to 47 statewide nonprofits that provide critical nutrition education and hunger relief services across the state.

• Hunger relief organizations serving Idahoans are eligible to apply for these grants.

• Applicants do not need to be associated with the steward organizations mentioned above to apply for or receive funding.

• Grants will be awarded in early October 2023.

• Applications can be found online or a hardcopy can be requested by sending an email to: grants@idahofoodbankfund.org

Information: idahofoodbankfund.org