Thrive Grant 2026: Up to $30,000 in Funding for Global Plant-Based Food Systems and Alternatives to Industrial Animal Agriculture ·Thrive Philanthropy

Overview

This program offers up to $30,000 in funding for organizations working to transform global food systems by accelerating alternatives to industrial animal agriculture, expanding plant-rich food systems, and improving access to nutritious plant-based foods worldwide.

Eligibility

Eligible organizations include:

• Nonprofit organizations operating outside the United States
• Organizations that are not international chapters of US-based nonprofits
• Organizations demonstrating positive community impact
• Focused on plant-based food systems or alternatives to industrial animal agriculture
• Organizations with an annual budget below $500,000 (priority consideration)

The program encourages applications led by women, people of color, and marginalized communities.

Benefits

Selected organizations can receive grants ranging between:

• $10,000 and $30,000

Grants can support impactful projects, advocacy campaigns, educational initiatives, and community-centered plant-based solutions.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official online application system on the Thrive Philanthropy website. Email proposals are not accepted. Africa-based organizations must have an invitation to apply or be previous Thrive grantees.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling cycle with four annual deadlines: March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1, by 11:59 PM GMT.