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DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative

Funding for community-based food systems projects
Danone Institute of North America
Last Update: March 25, 2026
Funding available
$ 50,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : February 14, 2025
Location
Canada

Overview

This competitive initiative funds transdisciplinary teams working on community-based sustainable food systems projects. Each selected team receives USD 50,000 to design, implement, and evaluate work that supports adult nutritional health.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
  • Develop strategic partnerships
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 50,000 $
  • Minimum amount : 50,000 $
Timeline
  • Closing date : February 14, 2025

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Educational services
  • Health care and social assistance
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Youth (<40)
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Design, implementation, and evaluation of community-based food systems projects.
  • Pilot studies, feasibility testing, and needs assessments.
  • Projects focused on food as medicine, healthy eating, and sustainable access to healthy foods.

Documents Needed

  • Letter of intent
  • Complete online application
  • Project plan
  • Project communication materials

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Transdisciplinary teams.
  • Teams with faculty involvement from U.S. or Canadian higher education institutions.

Who is not eligible

  • Teams without a Canadian or American university member.
  • Applications not for a team project.
  • Projects without a clear community anchor.

Eligible expenses

  • Project implementation costs.
  • Activities related to project design, evaluation, and communication.

Eligible geographic areas

  • United States
  • Canada
  • Boulder, Colorado, for the required in-person program

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are under review after submission.
  • Selected teams will be notified and funded under the program terms.
  • Grantees must take part in a five-day in-person program in Boulder, Colorado.

Additional information

  • This initiative is competitive and will fund up to five teams in 2025.
  • Selected teams may participate in a communications training workshop.
  • One additional award of $10,000 may go to the team with the strongest communications plan.
  • Applications were due by February 14, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. EST.

Contacts

Lodom@foundationfar.org

Frequently Asked Questions about the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.

What is the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative?

This competitive initiative funds transdisciplinary teams working on community-based sustainable food systems projects. Each selected team receives USD 50,000 to design, implement, and evaluate work that supports adult nutritional health.

How much funding can be received?

DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative Funds up to $50,000 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative program?

To be eligible for the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative program, you must: Transdisciplinary team with four core members. At least one faculty member from a U.S. or Canadian institution. Community-based project focused on adult nutrition.

What expenses are eligible under DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative?

Design, implementation, and evaluation of community-based food systems projects. Pilot studies, feasibility testing, and needs assessments. Projects focused on food as medicine, healthy eating, and sustainable access to healthy foods.

Who can I contact for more information about the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative?

You can contact Danone Institute of North America by email at Lodom@foundationfar.org.

Where is the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative available?

The DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative program is available across Canada.

Is the DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?

DINA Sustainable Food Systems Initiative is a Partnering and Collaboration

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