Northumberland Eats - Feed Grant Application

Northumberland Eats 2.0 Feed Grant Stream

Application Form
About the Northumberland Eats 2.0 Feed Fund

Our purpose behind Feed grants is to support local and often grassroots agencies that are operating community meal programs and applications would show at least result in 1 of the following outcomes:

1.     Nourishing Communities

2.     Social Connection and Inclusion

3.     Supporting Vulnerable Populations

4.     Strengthening Local Economies

5.     Emergency Preparedness

What the Fund Supports

Grantee partners are expected to use funding for expenses related to the operation of their community meal programs.

The Fund will award a total of $10,000 across Northumberland County with amounts allocated per municipality by population. Grant awards will range from $250.00 to $1,000.00 per project / or purchase and and will be open to both registered and non-registered charitable groups, and to community organizations who's focus is to provide food to the public. Work must be done within Northumberland County.

General Instructions
1. Provide all information requested in the application.
2. Preference will be given to proposals received by 5:00 pm EST on on Thursday, October 24th, 2024.
3. A confirmation email will be sent to the email of the project lead registered in this format.
4. Additional information may be requested.
Only online applications will be accepted. For more information on how to apply, call Alicia Vandine - United Way Northumberland - 905-372-6955 or email avandine@nuw.unitedway.ca

We expect to provide a grant decision response within 5 business days after your submission.
Section I: Funding Priorities and Selection Criteria

Priority will be given to organizations with deep and trusted ties to the communities in which they operate and who have demonstrated that their community meal program is positively impacting low-income and/or vulnerable population communities. Meals provided are either free, minimal cost or sliding scale cost based on client/family income.
Our ideal recipients include organizations with the following profiles. Please select 1 that best applies to your organization:*

Registered CharityUnincorporated Not for Profit, (community soup kitchens, food hubs, or food insecurity programming is your focus)Incorporated Not For Profit, (community soup kitchens, food hubs, or food insecurity programming is your focus)Grassroots organization, run entirely by community volunteers (providing meals, soup kitchens, and acting as food hubs as your primary focusChurches and other faith-based groups; providing shelters, soup kitchens, and acting as food hubs.Municipalities, community action groups, or collaborative partnerships (operating solutions for food insecurity, community soup kitchens, food hubs, or food insecurity programming is your focus)Other
Section II: Organizational Information

Fill in the requested information with attention to the mandatory questions.
Organization's Name*
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Telephone*
Website
Facebook Name (Handle - @......)
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Twitter Name (Handle - @......)
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Instagram (Handle - @......)
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Project Lead Name*

First NameLast Name
Project Lead Title
Board Member, Volunteer, Manager, etc.
Project Lead Email*
Project Lead Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Describe in one paragraph your organization's mission*

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What is your organization's current total annual operating budget?*
Section III: Grant Request Information
How many people does your organization serve per month or year?*

0/250
Who are the primary recipients of your work? (Low-income, individuals, families, other vulnerable populations) *

0/250
Feed Grant Outcomes:

Nourishing Communities:
Community meal programs provide nutritious meals to individuals who may be experiencing food insecurity or financial hardship. By funding these programs, we ensure that everyone has access to wholesome food, promoting health and well-being.

Social Connection and Inclusion:
Community meals serve as gathering points where people can share a meal, converse, and build connections. Funding supports the creation of welcoming spaces, reducing social isolation, and fostering a sense of belonging.

Supporting Vulnerable Populations:
Community meal programs specifically target vulnerable groups such as seniors, homeless individuals, or low-income families.
Funding helps address their unique needs, ensuring they receive regular meals and added support.

Strengthening Local Economies:
When community meal programs source ingredients locally, they support nearby farmers and food producers. Funding contributes to economic resilience within the community.

Emergency Preparedness:
Community meal programs play a crucial role during emergencies (natural disasters, pandemics, etc.). Adequate funding ensures their readiness to respond swiftly and efficiently.
Which of the above outcomes will your grant achieve? Select the number 1 outcome only for this grant.

Nourishing CommunitiesSocial Connection and InclusionSupporting Vulnerable PopulationsStrengthening Local EconomiesEmergency PreparednessOther
What is the name of your project / or what is the grant for?
Describe in 250 words or less how this grant will support your chosen above outcome.*

0/250
Grant request amount*
Which municipality will the work / project happen?

Municipality of Port HopeHamilton TownshipTown of CobourgAlnwick / Haldimand TownshipCramahe TownshipMunicipality of BrightonMunicipality of Trent HillsAlderville First NationOther
If you selected more than 1 municipality - tell us the percentage of the work/project done in each municipality, otherwise leave blank
Section IV: Attachments

Please prepare and attach the following required information.
Project budget (Please provide us with a basic budget if this is a project or you can provide a quote/invoice if grant is for specific food purchase)*

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Please attach any documents that you think is important for us to know about your organization or project.

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Northumberland Eats 2.0 Feed Grant Stream

Section I: Funding Priorities and Selection Criteria

Section II: Organizational Information

Section III: Grant Request Information

Feed Grant Outcomes:

Section IV: Attachments