ESR Food Insecurity & Nutritional Access

The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government is seeking proposals from non-profit organizations for the Extended Social Resources (ESR) Grant Program, specifically for the priority area of Food Insecurity & Nutritional Access. The program aims to support agencies that provide services addressing food insecurity and nutritional access in Fayette County. The funding period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028, with a projected funding amount of approximately $664,000. Eligible responders must be non-profit 501(c)3 organizations with a physical presence in Lexington-Fayette County and a Gold Seal of Transparency or higher profile on Candid.org. Proposals will be evaluated based on program proposal and design, program measures and evaluation, and capacity and sustainability. • The program should utilize best practices and evidence-based models to address food insecurity and nutritional access. • The program should have a clear plan for outreach and inclusion to ensure services are accessible to all potential participants. • The program should have a plan for evaluating its effectiveness and using the information to improve services. • The program should have a plan for sustaining services beyond the funding period. • The program should have a clear budget and plan for allocating funds.