Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation – Spring/Summer Grants (2026)
Funding for Hunger-Relief Organizations | Food Purchase Support
Organization: Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants (food purchase only)
Geographic Focus: Eligible communities within a 20-mile radius of a Food Lion store in Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia
About the Funder
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation is committed to addressing food insecurity across the communities Food Lion serves. Through its grantmaking, the Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to feed neighbors in need by funding the direct purchase of food for hunger-relief efforts.
What This Program Supports
Spring/Summer grants are strictly designated for:
- Purchase of food to support hunger-relief programs
- Direct food distribution efforts serving individuals and families facing food insecurity
⚠️ Grant funds may only be used for food purchases and cannot support general operating expenses or non-food costs.
Spring/Summer 2026 Application Timeline
| Grant Cycle | Dates | Award Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Spring / Summer Grants | January 12 – March 12, 2026 | Grants awarded in early June 2026 |
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization or eligible government entity
- Operate in or provide services within 20 miles of a Food Lion store
- Be located in one of the following states:
Delaware, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or West Virginia - Partner with a local Feeding America–affiliated food bank
- Apply no more than once every 12 months
Required Application Materials
A completed application must include:
- Fully completed online application form
- IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter
- Signed and dated 2025 W-9 form
- Current board of directors list
- Government entities must include proof of municipal or state affiliation and a staff or board list
- Letter of support from a Feeding America network food bank partner
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://foodlion.com/pages/food-lion-feeds?tab=charitable-foundation
For questions, applicants may contact: flcf@foodlion.com
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This grant program is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Focus exclusively on hunger relief and food access
- Operate food pantries, meal programs, or food distribution initiatives
- Partner with Feeding America food banks
- Serve communities in Food Lion’s operating footprint
- Need restricted funding specifically for food purchases
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Fixed deadline
Application Deadline: March 12, 2026
Grant Use: Food purchase only
Reapplication Rule: Once every 12 months
