Government

Community Food Fund

Published date: November 13, 2025

The Department of Social Development and Seniors (SDS) is launching the Community Food Fund, a new initiative designed to strengthen community-based food supports across Prince Edward Island (PEI). Through this fund, SDS is committed to partnering with community-based organizations who are making a meaningful difference in addressing food insecurity and promoting access to nutritious food for PEI residents.

Who is eligible to apply?

This grant program is open to eligible individuals, community organizations, community-based coalitions or networks, and municipalities that offer services which help stabilize the food supply for vulnerable PEI residents. 

The following are examples of services which are eligible for funding support:

  • Food Banks;
  • Community Fridges;
  • Food Cupboards;
  • Food Pantries;
  • Food Hampers.

Individuals who are interested in applying will be required to identify a partner organization. A partner organization must be able to enter into a formal funding agreement prior to funding being issued.

Please note that applications are now closed for the 2025-26 funding cycle. 

What is the funding limit? 

Eligible applicants can apply for up to $10,000. 

When is the deadline to submit my application? 

Applications for the 2025-26 funding cycle are now closed. 

Contact:

Katie Duffy
Program Analyst  
Telephone: (902) 218-7468
Email: kmduffy@ihis.org


 

General Inquiries

Department of Social Development and Seniors

2nd Floor, Jones Building
11 Kent Street
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-620-3777
Toll-free: 1-866-594-3777
Fax: 902-894-0242