The Cultivator of Change program recognizes and provides support to individuals who have displayed outstanding leadership in the food system.
Donor Name: Western New York Foundation
State: New York
County: Allegany County (NY), Cattaraugus County (NY), Chautauqua County (NY), Erie County (NY), Genesee County (NY), Niagara County (NY), Wyoming County (NY)
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 08/01/2024
Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
This program presents a unique opportunity to acknowledge and support these vital leaders who are critical to communities and who demonstrate the following qualities:
- Act as change agent working among underserved populations
- Operate from a place of empathy and compassion
- Seek community-driven solutions to pressing food system issues
- A willingness to share their experiences and knowledge with others
Funding Information
Selected food system leaders will receive a $2,500 grant to assist them in their continued efforts.
Eligibility Criteria
- To nominate a candidate, an individual or organization (with direct knowledge of the leader’s work) must submit a nomination form. The nominator should provide a description of the nominee’s contributions toward building community and strengthening local or regional food system. Additionally, the nominator should explain why they believe the nominee is prioritizing equity and describe their potential to realize scale.
- Twice a year, two (2) leaders from each of the 7 counties served by Western New York Foundation will be selected.
For more information, visit Western New York Foundation.
