The Urgent Food and Essentials Fund is administered by United Way to support local nonprofits that are already running food and essentials programs. It is made possible with funding provided by the Province of Nova Scotia.
The Urgent Food and Essentials Fund will provide funds to community organizations to offer:
- groceries and grocery store gift cards
- food for food banks or publicly accessible pantries/fridges
- essentials like menstrual products, shampoo, diapers, toilet paper etc.
- meal kits and meal programs
This fund prioritizes opportunities that offer dignified, choice-based approaches to food and essentials and offers support to people who are most affected by food insecurity.
Before starting your application, please carefully read the Applicant Guide for information on eligibility and reporting requirements.
There is no deadline for this application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all funds are depleted.