To support projects to increase the purchase of fruits and vegetables among low-income consumers participating in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) by providing incentives at the point of purchase.
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Obtain Full Opportunity Text:Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive (FINI) Grant Program
Additional Information of Eligibility:Applications may only be submitted by government agencies and non-profit organizations.
Full Opportunity Web Address:https://nifa.usda.gov/funding-opportunity/food-insecurity-nutrition-incentive-fini-grant-programContact: NIFA Help Desk Phone: 202-401-5048 Business hours are M-F, 7:00 am -5:00 pm ET, excluding Federal holidays
Agency Email Description: If you have any questions related to preparing application content
Agency Email: electronic@nifa.usda.gov
Date Posted: 2016-10-20
Application Due Date: 2016-12-12
Archive Date: 2017-01-11
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