The Food Banks Canada (FBC) Capacity Boost Grant is a national program designed to strengthen the infrastructure of the food bank network across Canada. The grant aims to build the capacity of food banks to safely accept, store, and distribute food, with the ultimate goal of increasing the amount of nutritious food available to households experiencing food insecurity.
Financial Benefits
- Grant Amount: The grant amount varies based on the project’s scope and needs. Funding is intended for capital expenditures that enhance a food bank’s operational capacity.
- Eligible Expenses: Examples of eligible expenses include purchasing refrigerators, freezers, shelving, forklifts, delivery vehicles, and other equipment essential for food storage and distribution.
Eligibility Criteria
- Organization Type: Applicants must be part of the Food Banks Canada network. This typically includes provincial associations, member food banks, and their agencies.
- Project Focus: The proposed project must directly relate to increasing the organization’s capacity to handle and distribute food.
- Need: Applicants must demonstrate a clear need for the capacity boost and explain how the investment will improve their services to the community.
Application Process
- Application Deadline: December 15, 2025.
- Application Method: Applications are typically submitted through Food Banks Canada’s grant portal.
- Process: The application requires a detailed project proposal, a budget, and an explanation of the expected impact on the community.
Application Link:
Member organizations can apply through the official Food Banks Canada grants portal. Please refer to communications from Food Banks Canada for the direct link.
