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Feeding Tomorrow Fund Grants

IFT members can request grants that support a project to ensure a safe, nutritious food supply for everyone. The following outlines the process and timeline to request funding for programs in alignment to advance the mission of Feeding Tomorrow.

Overview of Process

  • IFT component group (i.e., division, section, member group) contacts Feeding Tomorrow staff to share interest in submitting a grant. Feeding Tomorrow staff to share process requirements for proposal. 
  • IFT component group submits proposal to Feeding Tomorrow staff. Feeding Tomorrow staff will review the proposal and notify the grant applicant of request outcome via email.

Basis for Funding Decision

The IFT Board of Directors ensures that the portfolio of funded programs, services and initiatives are of high quality and represents the mission to bring the most creative and innovative minds to the science of food and to help them improve the world. The Selection Team makes funding decisions based on current priorities, objectives, and mission.  

It is the expectation that all funded projects will be expected to submit a final report that outlines project impact and progress to be utilized for annual reporting and/or future grant funding opportunities.

Grant Proposal Information

Details on grant proposal requirements are outlined via this link. If you have questions or require additional information, please contact the Feeding Tomorrow Staff.

Proposals are accepted on an ongoing basis must be received no later than 90 days prior to the proposed event. Proposals and reviewed monthly by the foundation’s Board of Trustees leadership team.

Find proposal requirements via linked form here

  • Mission
  • Brief description of current priorities, programs, activities, and/or accomplishments
  • Populations served (demographics and numbers)
  • Annual organizational budget
  • Board roster with names and affiliations
  • Letters of support from organizations with key input or interest in the project
  • Relevant news articles
  • Organizational newsletters
  • Any other data you wish to be considered
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