Who Qualifies for Farm-to-School Funding in Montana

GrantID: 56619

Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000

Deadline: Ongoing

Grant Amount High: $75,000

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Summary

This grant may be available to individuals and organizations in Montana that are actively involved in Food & Nutrition. To locate more funding opportunities in your field, visit The Grant Portal and search by interest area using the Search Grant tool.

Grant Overview

Support for Farm-to-School Programs in Montana

Montana's rural landscape presents unique barriers to accessing fresh food, particularly for students in educational institutions. With a population spread across expansive areas, many students in Montana face difficulties in obtaining nutritious options at school due to limited supply chain connections. Approximately 1 in 5 children in Montana experiences food insecurity, which complicates their access to a healthy diet crucial for their development.

The primary entities eligible for funding under this initiative include schools, local farms, and agricultural cooperatives committed to enriching the nutritional offerings available to students. This initiative recognizes that the links between local agriculture and schools can break the cycle of food insecurity while promoting education and awareness about sustainable practices. However, many schools lack the resources to establish effective relationships with local farmers.

The grant will specifically support farm-to-school programs that facilitate the procurement of local produce for meals served in educational institutions. By bridging the gap between local farms and schools, the funding aims to foster healthier meal options among students while directly supporting local agricultural economies.

The desired outcomes include enhanced student nutrition and increased understanding of local agriculture and its importance. Educational institutions that actively incorporate local produce into their meal plans contribute to overall food education while addressing health issues linked to poor nutrition.

Implementing these farm-to-school programs will require clear alignment with community needs and school capacities. Grant applicants will need to illustrate readiness by detailing existing partnerships with food producers and proposed strategies for integrating local foods into school menus. This alignment with Montana's agricultural strengths and educational needs ensures that the initiative can effectively elevate food quality and educational outcomes across the state.

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