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Critical Food Infrastructure Grant
Community food infrastructure support across British Columbia
Last Update: June 5, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $100,000 to support community-led food infrastructure projects. It is designed to improve year-round access to nourishing and culturally preferable foods through infrastructure such as refrigeration, food storage, and cooking facilities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development and implementation of community-led food infrastructure projects.
- Initiatives that improve year-round access to nourishing and culturally preferable foods.
- Projects that strengthen local food security and community resilience.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Charitable organizations
- Non-profit organizations
- Social enterprises and grassroots organizations
- Co-operatives and community contribution companies
- Indigenous governing bodies, Indigenous communities, and Indigenous-led organizations
Eligible expenses
- Food infrastructure equipment and facilities, including refrigeration, food storage, and cooking facilities.
- Other infrastructure needed to support food preparation, processing, storage, and transportation.
Eligible geographic areas
- British Columbia
Frequently Asked Questions about the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant Program
What is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
This program provides up to $100,000 to support community-led food infrastructure projects. It is designed to improve year-round access to nourishing and culturally preferable foods through infrastructure such as refrigeration, food storage, and cooking facilities.
Who is eligible for the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program?
To be eligible for the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program, you must:
Eligible charitable and non-profit organizations
Indigenous-led and community-based applicants
New or expanding food infrastructure initiatives
What expenses are eligible under Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
Development and implementation of community-led food infrastructure projects.
Initiatives that improve year-round access to nourishing and culturally preferable foods.
Projects that strengthen local food security and community resilience.
Who can I contact for more information about the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
You can contact United Way British Columbia (UWBC).
Where is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant available?
The Critical Food Infrastructure Grant program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Critical Food Infrastructure Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Critical Food Infrastructure Grant?
Critical Food Infrastructure Grant is funded by United Way British Columbia (UWBC)