Micro-Grants for Food Security Program

The Micro-Grants for Food Security Program (MGFSP) aims to support eligible state or territory departments of agriculture in competitively distributing subawards to increase the quantity and quality of locally grown food in food insecure communities. The program provides funding for small-scale gardening, herding, and livestock operations, as well as expanding access to food and knowledge of food security. Eligible applicants must submit an application through Grants.gov by the deadline, and the application will undergo an initial review and administrative review. The program has a grant period of performance of four years, and eligible applicants are highly encouraged to complete their projects within the required performance period. Some key points to consider: • Eligible applicants are state or territory departments of agriculture in specific areas. • Subawards will be competitively distributed to eligible entities. • The program has a focus on increasing food security in food insecure communities. • Eligible activities include small-scale gardening, herding, and livestock operations. • The program has a grant period of performance of four years.