Food Security Grant Program

• Total Grant Amount: $1,500,000 available for distribution • Eligible Applicants: Food Banks and Food Pantries across Alaska • Program Goals: 1. Improve food security in Alaska communities 2. Create disaster food caches within the State 3. Prioritize distribution to underserved populations 4. Support minimum three-day food supply per household for emergencies • Key Requirements: - Business license copy required only for entities mandated by AS 43.70.110(1) - Applications must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. on June 19, 2024 • Program Context: - Addresses Alaska's unique food security challenges due to remote location - Focuses on mitigating risks related to supply chain disruptions - Considers factors such as food costs, shipping costs, and access to community support services • Administrative Body: Division of Community and Regional Affairs (DCRA), Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development • Contact: Kevin Bartley, Grants Admin Manager (contact details provided)