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Cold Chain Grants for Emergency Food Assistance

Agricultural Marketing Service

Posted Aug 17, 2026

Deadline
Oct 1, 2026
41 days remaining
Amount
$2M – $7.5M
Status
Open
Geographic Scope
National

Description

AMS will award these funds competitively to at least one eligible organization that meets program requirements and whose expertise is consistent with the purpose of the grant program. The selected grant recipient(s) will provide management, oversight, consultation and expertise necessary to advance the purpose and activities of the program, primarily through a subaward program to support cold storage within the middle of the supply chain. These equipment investments will be made through subawards to food banks, faith-based organizations, and other public or private nonprofit organizations that provide nutrition assistance, such as prepared meals or food for use at home, to people with low-income or challenging financial circumstances.

AI Summary

This grant opportunity provides funding for organizations to improve cold storage capabilities in the food supply chain, specifically to support food banks and other nonprofits that assist low-income individuals with nutrition. Eligible applicants include food banks, faith-based organizations, and other public or private nonprofits focused on providing food assistance.

Funding Details

Minimum Award
$2,000,000
Maximum Award
$7,500,000

Key Dates

Posted: Aug 17, 2026Deadline: Oct 1, 2026

Quick Facts

CFDA Number
10.197
Funder Type
Federal Agency
Grant Level
FEDERAL
Last Verified
Aug 17, 2026

Geographic Scope

national

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