Live Well Foundation of South Lake Announces Nutrition and Healthy Eating Grant Opportunity

By Amanda Nethero, Live Well Foundation of South Lake

The Live Well Foundation of South Lake has announced the release of a new Request for Proposals focused on Nutrition and Healthy Eating, continuing its commitment to improving health and wellness across the South Lake community.

This targeted funding opportunity will support nonprofit organizations working to expand access to nutritious food, strengthen food security, and promote sustainable, community-driven solutions that improve overall well-being.

Grant awards will range from $50,000 to $250,000, with the potential for larger, multi-year investments for projects that demonstrate significant impact.

“The connection between nutrition and long-term health outcomes is undeniable,” said Donna Kirtland, Executive Director of the Live Well Foundation of South Lake. “We are proud to support organizations that are addressing food access, education, and sustainability in ways that create lasting change for our community.”

The Foundation is seeking proposals that address key areas including access to nutritious food, nutrition education and skill building, food security and stability, and equitable and sustainable food systems.

Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving residents within the South Lake region, including Clermont, Groveland, Mascotte, Minneola, Montverde, and surrounding areas.

Applications will open the week of April 1, 2026, with a submission deadline of May 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm. Selected applicants may be invited to participate in interviews in July, with grant awards announced the week of July 27.

Organizations interested in applying must submit their proposals through the Live Well Foundation’s online Grants Portal. Additional information, eligibility requirements, and application details are available at www.LWFSL.org.

About Live Well Foundation of South Lake – Established in 2019, the Live Well Foundation of South Lake is a private 501(c)(3) foundation dedicated to improving the health and wellness of South Lake County. The Foundation fulfills its mission through strategic grantmaking that supports sustainable, community-based initiatives focused on long-term impact.

Live Well Foundation of South Lake invests in solutions that strengthen individual and community well-being, guided by a commitment to measurable outcomes and responsible stewardship. Its work is grounded in a simple return on investment: better health, for life.