Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social services approaches can apply for Creag Foundation support, including those in New Jersey. Grants from Creag Foundation help programs testing new ways to tackle social problems, which may benefit organizations improving food safety and related community health issues.
Creag Foundation
New Jersey Youth Nutrition Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, nutrition, and basic needs in New Jersey can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation, with awards up to US $15,000. Programs that address food access, hunger, homelessness, poverty, or related youth welfare services may be eligible, including initiatives that complement local food safety efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations working on scalable social or environmental solutions in New Jersey can apply for up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. With a mission to back problem-first, systems-focused ventures, it provides multi-year capital plus intensive capacity-building support that may benefit food safety and related initiatives.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
New Jersey Community Funding via Cisco Foundation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in New Jersey and beyond can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Eligible projects must primarily serve economically underserved communities and focus on innovative, tech-enabled solutions that expand reach and efficiency of services.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in New Jersey
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts or science programs, including those serving New Jersey, can seek more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or limited general and endowment needs. The Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, well-established organizations engaging youth, developing artistic talent, and providing impactful arts education or STEAM initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
New Jersey food safety and nutrition organizations serving urban low-income children may be eligible for large project or scale-up grants supporting education, health, or family economic stability. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other entities in the U.S., with requests of more than US $50,000 considered for aligned initiatives.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Health Funding for Charities from Roche
New Jersey accredited charities running humanitarian, health, education, community, environmental, or arts projects can access funding from Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy. Programs that promote sustainable development, engage Roche expertise and employees, and partner with local authorities may be eligible, including initiatives that indirectly support safer food systems within broader community health or environmental efforts.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Grants from Semnani
Semnani Family Foundation provides global health, education, and humanitarian organizations with funding to support marginalized communities through healthcare access, disaster relief, and social services. While not limited to New Jersey, U.S.-based programs addressing food access, child welfare, women’s services, or medical education may be eligible if they serve vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Human Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those working on food access and related food safety in New Jersey, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for program or operating support. Eligible applicants are typically 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Perdue Foundation Support for New Jersey Communities
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits running community, health, education, hunger, agriculture, or public safety programs can seek funding up to US $1,000 for local initiatives. With a mission to strengthen communities, Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation provides small grants that may benefit organizations working on food safety and related community needs.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
Altra Foundation Support for Community Services
Letter of inquiry due Aug 16, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in Mercer County, New Jersey on human services, health, education, community development, or related community programs can apply for Altra Foundation’s Best Life Community Awards, with grants from US $2,500 - US $10,000. Organizations addressing food access or insecurity within these focus areas may be especially relevant to food safety efforts.
ALTRA FOUNDATION INC
Food and Waste Initiatives Funding from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits working on food and waste management, conservation, education, or wellness in the U.S., including New Jersey, can seek the J.W. Couch Foundation Storytelling Grant. Grants over More than US $50,000 help fund storytelling projects that highlight real-world impact, which may benefit food safety and distribution programs.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
USDA Rural Development Support for Facilities
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural New Jersey can use this program to purchase, construct, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. Focused on community infrastructure, USDA Rural Development invites eligible rural communities to enhance services such as health care, public safety, community support, and local food system facilities, including food pantries and community kitchens.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Community Programs Funding from Perdue Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits can apply for the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation’s corporate giving program, with awards of more than US $1,000 for community-focused programs. Funding supports agriculture, environment, education, hunger and poverty relief, health and social services, public safety, and cultural heritage, which may include food safety or food access initiatives.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
Penn National Gaming Community Grants in New Jersey
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community development, education, health, human services, cultural programs, or veteran support in New Jersey counties where Penn National Gaming operates may be eligible for funding. Grants from Penn National Gaming help local groups address broad community needs, which can include public safety and related food safety efforts.
Penn National Gaming
Humanitarian and Relief Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing humanitarian, relief, or community support services, including those working on food safety and related public health efforts, may be eligible for grants in the Southern U.S. Grants from Robinson Foundation help established organizations address poverty relief, disaster response, health, education, and family or children’s services with single-year project support.
Robinson Foundation
New Jersey Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services, including programs that may touch food safety or public health, can access funding through Insperity’s corporate contributions. Insperity provides philanthropic grants and event sponsorships to U.S.-based charities connected to its employees, client base, or the communities where its employees live and work.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for New Jersey Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek support for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding work, which may include food safety–related efforts in New Jersey. With a mission to support positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding for charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified government entities in New Jersey communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can seek support for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects that enhance long-term well-being in its manufacturing communities, which may include food safety or related public health programming.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. New Jersey programs that address food, shelter, or related services for vulnerable families may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in New Jersey can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental, human services, disaster relief, or other community-focused work. Focused on broad community impact, Lawrence Foundation invites applicants whose programs may include food safety within these priority areas.
Lawrence Foundation
Basic Needs Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey working on hunger relief, shelter, or adult self-sufficiency programs may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Focused on meeting basic needs and supporting community vitality across the U.S., these grants favor applicants with strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement and demonstrated outcomes and financial stability.
Ameriprise Financial
Jewish Women's Federation Grants for New Jersey Food Access
Letter of inquiry due Jan 16, 2027
Nonprofit organizations addressing food access and related basic needs in New Jersey can apply for Jewish Women’s Foundation grants of US $500 - US $2,000. Focused on community support, Jewish Women's Federation of Southern New Jersey invites projects in Burlington, Camden, and Gloucester Counties that improve food access, housing, education, health care, job training, or nonprofit sustainability.
Jewish Women's Federation of Southern New Jersey
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in New Jersey
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental projects can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, and organizations working on food safety within these areas may be eligible.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Provident Bank Foundation Support for Food Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Focused on community well-being, Provident Bank Foundation invites New Jersey nonprofits to seek two-year flexible funding for food security, housing, healthcare, education, or workforce development programs. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations within the bank’s branch network and $50,000–$15 million budgets can receive US $5,000 - US $25,000 to cover program, overhead, equipment, or start-up costs.
Provident Bank Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Food Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey working on youth-focused food access, hunger relief, or community food initiatives can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs addressing food insecurity, family services, or related environmental stewardship may be especially competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc