New York State Farm-to-School Competitive Grants Program

Applications are due March 12, 2026.
The New York State Farm-to-School Competitive Grants Program increases school purchases of New York farm products by building relationships between schools and New York farm product suppliers. The required objective of Farm to School projects for this program is to increase the volume and variety of New York State farm products purchased by schools/districts and served in school meal programs. Secondary goals of the program include increasing agricultural education opportunities for students, improving nutrition, and exposing students to new, local, culinary experiences. A total of $1.5 million is available for the Farm-to-School Competitive Grants Program, with $450,000 set aside for first-time recipients. Grant awards range from $50,000 to $150,000. K-12 schools, charter schools, nonprofit organizations, and Tribal organizations are eligible to apply