Securing Funding

Many local food stores are willing to donate food items or provide you with a gift card to purchase utensils, supplies, or food. A phone call, application, or letter written to the store is sometimes required. Other local and national organizations also offer grants that may be relevant to classroom cooking activities.

Below is a table listing local funding sources, along with some basic details. Be sure to check the websites for more information and for the submission request applications/guidance. When exploring funding opportunities, always consider timeframe (disbursement and spending deadlines) and reporting requirements.