Millions of dollars will go toward food programs and pantries across the province over the next coming weeks.

The province says the $4 million comes from selling off the last of the U.S. alcohol that was pulled from shelves in March in response to tariffs.

The new Feeding Communities Fund will provide one-time funding to support meal programs, community fridges and pantries, mutual-aid groups and affordable food box or market programs.

“Today’s announcement is about turning the sale of U.S. alcohol products into meaningful, community-level impact, putting food on kitchen tables across the province,” said Premier Tim Houston. “The grant program ensures food-security organizations of all sizes, inside and outside traditional food banks, have an opportunity to access this support.”

Non-proft societies and community organizations that are registered with the Registry of Joint Stock Companies will have $2 million available, as well as federally registered charities for not-for profit corporations.

The other $2 million will be available to other eligible organizations.

Applications open December 29 and close January 29.