Request a Grant

New England Food Foundation supports local charitable organizations in the communities we serve. Our charitable focus is on areas directly related to assisting less fortunate children and hunger relief.

Donation Guidelines

  • We will only honor requests from registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations. Your organization must be able to provide a federal EIN number (please note, an EIN is not a state tax exempt number).
  • Please note that grants are issued on an annual basis in June/July. Please ensure all requests are submitted by May 30th. Any after that date will be considered for the following year.
  • Once a decision has been reached you will receive an email notification.

Requests such as these listed below are not within our funding guidelines:

  • Political or election related requests
  • Business fundraising or associate recognition programs
  • Personal assistance for individuals/families including pageants or trips
  • Building or capital campaigns
  • Requests for support outside the division service area

To apply for a donation you will need the following:

  • Completed donation request form
  • Cover letter (copy-and-pasted into request form)
  • Federal EIN Number

Thank you letters or donation receipts may be sent to:
New England Food Foundation
PO Box 960788
Boston, MA 02196-0788