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August 15, 2025
Resiliency Grants FY25-26 Final Announcement: Resiliency Grants has received a final budget allocation of $14 million for fiscal years 2025–2026. While this is a significant investment, applicants collectively requested over $43 million in funding—underscoring both the high level of need and the highly competitive nature of this funding round. 

After thorough review and consideration, the Resiliency Grants team has established a maximum award amount of $200,000 per organization for this round. Compared to the previous maximum of $150,000, this adjustment allows us to support numerous organizations reaching all areas of the state. Minimum award amounts are $10,000. 

The RG Team will begin sending notification emails 8/15/25. Agreements are being created and will be backdated to 7/1/25.

We thank all applicants for their commitment and look forward to supporting a diverse range of projects in this upcoming grant cycle. 

Please visit the Resiliency Grants webpage for updates. 
If you have any questions, please reach out to foodassistancegrants@agr.wa.gov


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Access Food in Washington State

In addition to programs that directly affect Washington's agricultural community, WSDA leads state and federal food assistance programs to ensure that lower-income individuals and families can access food. We serve hungry people by providing food, funding, logistics services and outreach to hunger relief organizations and tribes. 

Through active engagement and partnerships, we strengthen the hunger relief system, improve access to nutritious and safe foods, and ensure regulatory compliance while honoring our connections with agriculture. We currently offer state and federally funded programs. 

WSDA partners with a network of hunger relief organizations to work toward a common vision of alleviating hunger in Washington. Programs are available across the state to provide food to those who need it. We can help you find our closest partner in your area who will be able to help you determine what programs you're eligible for and to find food banks, pantries, and meal programs near you. 

We know that hunger relief providers are working hard to get ample nutritious and high-quality food to their clients, and we have gathered resources ranging from recipes for clients to donor guidance that can support this effort. Read on for various donation guides, information about Good Samaritan Act protections, food conservation and tips, and more. 

Review hunger relief program annual reports and county-level fact sheets to learn more about the need for food assistance services across Washington State. 

If you work with a hunger relief agency that has an Agreement with WSDA, visit this page to find: forms, program procedures manuals, required postings, civil rights materials, food inventory & ordering information, and other requirements. If you participate in our programs as a Sub Agency, these program resources may also be helpful to you.

Can't find what you need? Don't hesitate to contact a Food Assistance team member for general information, detailed program questions, or for help finding food assistance resources in your area. We are here to help! 

We want to hear from you!

  • Focus on Food Systems Comment Form: We invite food system stakeholders to share input through our new comment form. Your insights will help WSDA gather information about your food system concerns and priorities. Click here to provide your comments
 
Thank you for sharing your insights to help shape our work! 

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