Oklahoma Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is pleased to announce the availability of funds to help fight hunger in the form of a competitive grant process for FFA Chapters and 4-H Clubs across the state.
Donor Name: Oklahoma Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture
State: Oklahoma
County: All Counties
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 11/01/2022
Size of the Grant: Up to $1,000
Grant Duration: 1 Year
Details:
Youth organizations across the state looking to fight hunger are encouraged to apply for the Community Harvest Grant Program. Individual 4-H chapters and FFA clubs may apply for up to $1,000 to support a service-learning project focused on developing and implementing sustainable food production that addresses hunger in the community. Projects can include developing a community garden, creating a school pantry, hosting a class for the community and much more.
Project Ideas
- Developing a community garden to supplement fresh vegetables and fruits to the school or local food pantry.
- Raising laying hens to provide fresh eggs to help local families.
- Creating a school pantry or a mobile pantry in conjunction with their regional Food Bank to serve their community.
- Hosting a class for community members about how to can and preserve fresh foods, providing nutrition year-round.
- A successful project will:
- Initiate a sustainable program that occurs through the year.
- Include educational outreach to the community to aid in sustainability.
- Involve youth in the design and implementation of the service-learning project.
- Reach diverse audiences.
- Provide an end-of-year report on the project and the fiscal expenditures.
For more information, visit CHGP.