Funding Opportunities
HHI is dedicated to strengthening nonprofits, businesses, community spaces, and individuals who are committed to promoting food security and access.
Our Community Support program is designed to provide rapid and efficient support to address critical needs and fill gaps in this vital mission.
Community Microgrants
Our microgrants are aimed at projects that promote food security and access in the greater Dayton area.
Examples of eligible microgrant projects include emergency repairs, equipment purchases or rentals, technology investments, infrastructure improvements, personnel support, and one-time unexpected expenses.
To apply for our microgrant program, please fill out the online application.
If you’re interested in applying but require support in completing the necessary application requirements, please email us at: Hallhungerinitiative@gmail.com
Applications for 2024 Now Open!
Microloans
This project builds on the international work of Tony Hall by providing zero-interest loans to help local growers start or expand their businesses. Banks typically ignore these small business loans, depriving our small farmers of the working capital they need.
The cash can help a family pay bills until the crops come in, purchase equipment, or hire help. By providing up to $5,000 with zero and two years to repay, HHI is leveling the playing field for small farmers.
Applications will be open soon
Financing Climate-Smart Agriculture
‘Financing Climate Smart Agriculture in Ohio’s Miami Valley’ is a performance-based payment program for growers in southwest Ohio who want to improve their soil quality, a key component to growing healthier, nutritious foods.
Hall Hunger Initiative is excited to partner on this project and is offering a $500 sign-on bonus to the first 10 growers to join in 2024. Alongside 1.2.5 Social Benefit Corporation, Ohio State University, and the Nature Conservancy, Hall Hunger Initiative is working to ensure regional growers can grow better.
For more information, please email: Hello@125benefit.com or Hallhungerinitiative@gmail.com
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The project prioritizes BIPOC led growers, however any grower that meets the criteria below is eligible to apply:
• Growers must be in the following six SW Ohio counties: Miami, Montgomery, Champaign, Clark, Greene, or Clinton
• Growers must be registered with the Farm Service Agency
