United Way of New York City (UWNYC) is pleased to launch a special one-time grant opportunity: Neighborhood Food Pathways Fund. The fund has been launched to expand distribution models in hard-to-reach communities in targeted New York City neighborhoods. Community Based Organizations (CBOs) which are currently funded, in good standing with UWNYC and presently serve these communities are eligible to apply:

 

  • Bronx: Soundview / Bruckner / Bronx River; University Heights (South) / Morris Heights; Mount Eden / Claremont (West)
  • Brooklyn: Bensonhurst, Borough Park, Bay Ridge
  • Manhattan: Washington Heights (South), East Harlem (South), Harlem (North)
  • Queens: Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, Flushing / Willets Point
  • Staten Island: Great Kills / Eltingville, Mariner’s Harbor / Arlington / Graniteville, New Dorp / Midland Beach

 

Key Dates: RFP Release Date: 03/26/2026

How to Apply: Visit http://uwnyc.fluxx.io/ to review the full RFP and submit your proposal.

Click here to access Application Materials.

 

Please submit completed applications by Friday, April 17, 2026. 

We invite organizations with at least two years in operation, based primarily in New York City, to apply.

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. We look forward to receiving your proposal.