State grantDistrict of Columbia
National School Lunch Program Equipment Assistance Grant (FY27)
Offered by District of Columbia Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE)
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- Who can apply
- DC public, charter, and private schools participating in the National School Lunch Program.
- How much
- $1,000 – $10,000Approximately $69,829 total available; estimated 8-10 awards; minimum award $1,000, maximum $10,000.
- By when
- Due Dec 1Opens October 16, 2026Applications due December 1, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Pre-application questions due November 11, 2026 at 12 p.m.; responses published November 19, 2026. Awards anticipated by January 29, 2027.
Checked Oct 19, 2026
About this grant
The DC Office of the State Superintendent of Education (OSSE) is offering competitive subgrants to School Food Authorities participating in the National School Lunch Program to purchase capital equipment that helps serve healthier meals, improve food safety, and expand the School Breakfast Program. Awards range from $1,000 to $10,000, with approximately $69,829 available and an estimated 8 to 10 awards.
Eligibility details
- Notes: Open to District of Columbia NSLP-participating public schools, public charter schools, and private/non-public schools (School Food Authorities). Applications scored on project vision and implementation, project justification, sustainability, benefit to students with disabilities, and budget justification. Equipment requests must address at least one focus area: food safety/sanitation, food quality/nutrition, or operational efficiency.
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