Description
This FY27 grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources provides one‑time funding to strengthen existing and emerging Local Food Policy Councils (LFPCs) and other food‑system stakeholder organizations across the Commonwealth. Up to $40,000 may be awarded per project, with a total pool of $250,000 available. The grant supports activities such as food‑access assessments, strategic planning, capacity‑building, community outreach, and the development of educational and mapping resources. Eligible applicants are Massachusetts‑based nonprofit organizations (or qualifying small businesses) that can demonstrate support for at least three Food Policy Councils and align with state food‑policy plans. Funding is disbursed via reimbursable grant; contracts run from January 2027 to June 30 2027, with quarterly invoicing and required final reporting.
• Eligible projects: assessments, strategic plans, outreach workshops, GIS mapping, and related capacity‑building services for LFPCs.
• Maximum award per project: $40,000; total grant pool: $250,000.
• Application deadline: October 28 2026 4:00 PM; questions due by October 21 2026 2:00 PM.
• Required documentation includes a project narrative (≤10 pages), detailed budget, and at least three letters of support from Massachusetts Food Policy Councils.