Announcing: May Community Food Projects Community of Practice
Emma Bliss
Join us for our May Community Food Projects Community of Practice session!
This monthly series is a partnership between the Food Systems Leadership Network and ISED, and is a space for folks doing community food systems organizing work to learn from each other, connect in solidarity around shared experiences. Rooted in FSLN's cultural agreements, it is a space for respect, conversation, and safety.
May Topic: USDA-NIFA Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program: Informational Overview and Application Next Steps
Time: May 27th, 2-3:30 EDT
Facilitators: Alyssa Thayer (FSLN) & Emma Bliss (ISED Solutions)
Description: Ahead of the release of the USDA-NIFA Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program, the Institute for Social and Economic Development (ISED) staff members Andy Fisher and Emma Bliss will break down the grant’s purpose, application process, and how to determine whether this opportunity is a good fit for your organization.
Participants will also hear from two current grantees about their experiences applying for and managing the grant, offering insight into the organizational capacity and preparation needed to put together a competitive grant application.
If you work with or for an eligible entity (nonprofit, fiscally sponsored organizations, or federally recognized Tribal entities) and are engaged in holistic food security work in communities experiencing high levels of food insecurity, we encourage you to join us! Examples of eligible work include community gardens, land access initiatives, food systems job training, farm-to-school programs, and food-as-medicine efforts.
As the Technical Assistance Provider for this grant, ISED will help you assess whether this funding opportunity aligns with your organization's goals, identify support needs, and connect you with next steps and available resources.
Bring your questions and an openness to brainstorm and strengthen your project ideas with peers and technical assistance providers
We look forward to seeing you there!
