Oakland Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax Grant Awards for Senior Nutrition
February 17, 2026
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The Frame
This resolution authorizes the distribution of $866,666 in city tax revenue to three specific non-profit organizations to support nutrition programs for Oakland seniors through 2027.
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Oakland older adult residents
These residents are the intended recipients of the nutrition services provided by the grant-funded programs.
Mercy Retirement and Care Center
The organization is authorized to receive up to $300,000 in grant funding to provide nutrition services.
Service Opportunity for Seniors
The organization is authorized to receive up to $300,000 in grant funding to provide nutrition services.
Alameda County Community Food Bank Inc.
The organization is authorized to receive up to $266,666 in grant funding to provide nutrition services.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The City Council approved $866,666 in total grant funding for senior nutrition services.
- Mercy Retirement and Care Center will receive up to $300,000.
- Service Opportunity for Seniors will receive up to $300,000.
- Alameda County Community Food Bank Inc. will receive up to $266,666.
- The funding source is the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Distribution Tax.
- The grant period covers fiscal years 2025 through 2027.
- The services are specifically designated for older adult residents of Oakland.
- The resolution was introduced on January 12, 2026.
Why It Matters
This resolution authorizes the distribution of $866,666 in city tax revenue to three specific non-profit organizations to support nutrition programs for Oakland seniors through 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the money for these grants come from?
Who is eligible to receive the nutrition services funded by these grants?
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Tax Revenue Reinvestment
The city is directly linking revenue from the sugar-sweetened beverage tax to nutrition-focused health interventions for seniors.
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