Food For The Hungry (FFTH) is offering 2026 summer grant opportunities to support churches, agencies, and nonprofit organizations in Knox County, Ohio, that provide food distribution programs during the summer months. These grants help fill the gap for families with children who rely on school meals and may face food insecurity when school is not in session. The program encourages collaboration among local food initiatives and supports programs through the end of September.
About the Food For The Hungry Grant Program
The FFTH board has designated funds from the 2025 Drive Season to support summer food programs. Priority will be given to programs that serve youth who depend on school meals, but other organizations providing food assistance in the community are also welcome to apply. Applications are reviewed competitively, and awards are determined based on program impact, alignment with FFTH priorities, and available funding.
Funding Size
- Grants support summer food programs through September 30, 2026
- Award amounts vary based on program scope and community need
Who Can Apply
- Churches, agencies, and nonprofit organizations providing summer food assistance in Knox County
- Programs assisting youth who rely on school meals are prioritized
- Organizations must be Delaware-based 501(c)(3) entities or eligible nonprofit entities
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Geographic Eligibility
- Knox County, Ohio
Application Process
- Applications open Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Applications close Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12 p.m.
- Awards will be announced in late May or early June 2026
- Apply online at FoodForTheHungryCares.org
Required Materials
- Completed online application
- Organizational documentation (501(c)(3) status, program eligibility)
- Detailed program description, including community served and planned summer coverage
- Budget outlining intended use of funds
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Selection Notes
- Priority given to programs serving children who rely on school-provided meals
- Other organizations serving families outside traditional income guidelines are encouraged to apply
- Collaborative programs that strengthen local food initiatives and demonstrate measurable impact are highly valued
- Recipients must submit follow-up reports on outcomes and program impact