06/12/2026
Areawide Aging Agency is pleased to announce the upcoming release of the Request for Applications (RFA) for the Community Expansion of Nutrition Assistance (CENA) Grant Program. Applications will be open May 27,2026 until June 12, 2026 at 5pm. ***updated extended until June 26th, 2026 at 12noon. ***
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The CENA Grant is an Oklahoma state-funded program administered through the Oklahoma Department of Commerce in partnership with local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) and Councils of Government. The purpose of the grant is to support senior centers and expand nutrition and supportive services for older adults throughout Oklahoma communities. Eligible organizations who are multipurpose centers/senior centers are encouraged to apply for funding to support programs and services benefiting adults age 60 and older. Funding may be used for a variety of operational and program-related expenses, including but not limited to:
Senior meals and nutrition programs
Food purchases
Utilities
Kitchen and facility equipment
Building maintenance and repairs
Insurance
Transportation related to senior services
Other operational support for senior centers
Organizations interested in applying may request application materials and additional information by contacting: [email protected]
Additional application deadlines, eligibility requirements, and submission instructions will be provided within the official RFA packet upon release.
Areawide Aging Agency encourages all eligible organizations serving older adults to participate in this funding opportunity.
**** Please review state policy for detailed eligibility 150:100-1-2.
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