This federal Project Grant award of $400,000.00 was provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Children and Families under the Social Services Research and Demonstration (SSRD) program (CFDA 93.647). The award was granted to the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition Inc., a non-profit organization, to implement the "West Virginia Lettuce Support SNAP Stretch Project". This project aims to expand SNAP incentives for fruit and vegetable purchases at farmers markets, mobile markets, and retailers in West Virginia, addressing food insecurity and economic development challenges in the region. The award period runs from August 31, 2024, to August 30, 2025. As a sub-grantee, the West Virginia Food & Farm Coalition Inc. has also partnered with Pennsylvania Certified Organic to support transitioning farmers to organic production through mentoring, training, and technical assistance programs.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $200.0k | 8/21/24 | ||
| Not listed | $200.0k | 8/21/24 |