Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Arkansas
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can access funding through the Creag Foundation. Eligible organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and be developing new approaches to existing or previously unaddressed social issues, which may include biology-related community or health initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding for Innovators from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Arkansas and globally can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable social and environmental solutions. Organizations working in areas like health, environment, education, or poverty that serve underserved communities and plan to scale may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Solutions
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in Arkansas and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Focused on innovative, tech-enabled solutions for underserved communities, Cisco Systems Foundation invites early-stage projects that address significant social challenges and expand service reach and efficiency.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million, including those in Arkansas, can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, which typically award more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Funding prioritizes arts and science programs, especially youth arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Arkansas biology and education-focused organizations serving urban low-income children can access funding for project support or scaling efforts, with awards of more than US $50,000. The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports programs in education, children’s health, and family economic stability in the U.S., India, and South Africa for a wide range of nonprofit and social enterprise entities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Arkansas Health
With a mission to support marginalized communities, Semnani Family Foundation provides Arkansas health and human services organizations with funding for healthcare access, disease prevention, disaster relief, and vulnerable populations. Nonprofits working in areas like children’s and women’s health, vaccines, literacy, and social services may be eligible alongside similar groups worldwide.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Arkansas Biology
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations conducting charitable, scientific, medical, or educational work in Arkansas can use this U.S.-focused funding to support biology-related programs. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help tax-exempt organizations whose well-managed projects have broad impact and materially advance general welfare within the country.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Arkansas Community Programs Funding via Bank of America
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community needs can access funding through Bank Of America Charitable Foundation for sponsorships that advance economic mobility and social progress. Support may benefit programs in basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, and diversity and inclusion, which can include biology-related initiatives within these areas.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian nonprofits providing humanitarian, poverty alleviation, disability, or social services in Arkansas may be eligible for Gupta Family Foundation support, including biology-related programs that help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. This global funder offers US $5,000 - US $250,000 to smaller organizations, typically 501(c)(3)s, with most grant funds reaching direct beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Pew Charitable Trusts Biomedical Grants in Arkansas
Full proposal due Sep 3, 2026
Early-career biomedical assistant professors at nominated Arkansas institutions can seek multi-year research funding to advance human health. Pew Charitable Trusts supports creative, high-impact basic, translational, or applied biomedical projects, providing US $75,000 - US $300,000 for personnel, equipment, supplies, and travel, plus annual meetings for collaboration with other Pew Biomedical Scholars.
Pew Charitable Trusts
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in fields like conservation, education, or wellness can seek more than US $50,000 to tell impact stories through the Storytelling Grant. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation help Arkansas biology and environmental groups, especially wildlife conservation nonprofits, showcase their work and community outcomes through professional storytelling projects.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Biology
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Arkansas biology and conservation-focused 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern region can access funding through the Robinson Foundation for programs in wildlife health, nature conservation, medical assistance, education, or related humanitarian needs. Eligible nonprofits must be over three years old, seek single-year program support (not capital projects), and demonstrate tangible, meaningful impact with other financial contributors.
Robinson Foundation
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified government entities in Arkansas communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation grants supporting education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment programs. Biology-related or environmental initiatives that enhance long-term community well-being within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community may be especially competitive.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Youth and Families Grants in Arkansas
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or families facing domestic violence can seek program funding that helps vulnerable children and families build better futures. Focused on community support, TJX Foundation invites eligible groups located within 15 miles of a TJX site to submit a letter of inquiry, which may benefit biology-related health or care programs.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Arkansas Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Arkansas 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries working on environmental or human services programs can access funding through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Eligible organizations may request unrestricted support for general operations or specific projects, including biology-related environmental initiatives, with no geographic restrictions on where programs operate.
Lawrence Foundation
Arkansas Biology Education Funding via Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Applications due Nov 7, 2026
With a mission to conserve wildlife, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission provides Arkansas schools and conservation districts with funding for fish, wildlife, and conservation education. Eligible projects include field trips to AGFC sites, outdoor classrooms, schoolyard habitats, archery and shooting sports programs, and other conservation education curricula and supplies, with funds varying by county.
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission
Biology and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas and across the U.S. working on education, environmental, wildlife, or community programs can seek project or program support through the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help biology-related and other community-focused organizations expand impactful services.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Aerospace Biology Research Funding from Arkansas Space Grant Consortium
Applications due Dec 6, 2026
Arkansas university researchers and students working in space-related biology or other aerospace fields can seek up to US $90,000 to support collaborative research projects. Arkansas biology programs may be eligible if projects involve at least two affiliate campuses and advance aerospace-related science, workforce development, or technology with potential for larger NASA or industry funding.
Arkansas Space Grant Consortium
Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help U.S. organizations addressing hunger, shelter, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and arts access, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee or advisor volunteer teams.
Ameriprise Financial
Arkansas Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas can seek project funding in education, health care, social services, civic and cultural, environmental, and related areas. Focused on broad community impact, Dr Scholl Foundation invites U.S. applicants to request US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one-year initiatives, which may include biology-related work within these categories.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Aerospace Research Funding from Arkansas Space Grant Consortium
Applications due Feb 6, 2027
Arkansas university faculty collaborating across at least two in-state campuses can seek up to US $90,000 to support aerospace-related research, including biological and other sciences. Arkansas biology and related STEM departments can access funding through Arkansas Space Grant Consortium to pursue NASA-relevant projects that build workforce capacity, advance space research, and position teams for larger awards.
Arkansas Space Grant Consortium
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving communities in Arkansas and other areas with an O’Reilly Auto Parts presence can seek funding for programs improving quality of life for underserved people. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides project, general operating, and capital support for efforts in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, which may include biology-related health initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Arkansas Native Plant Society Botany Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Undergraduate and graduate students in Arkansas studying botany or related plant science can receive up to US $2,000 for botanical education or research on native or naturalized flora. With a mission to support biology-focused learning, Arkansas Native Plant Society provides scholarships to promising students, limited to one award per academic classification.
Arkansas Native Plant Society
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 to run direct-service programs in safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability. With a mission to strengthen local communities, Union Pacific Foundation provides local charities with project funding that may support biology-related or environmental education and conservation work in communities along its rail network.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Biology
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs in environmental education, youth development, food security, or community services in Arkansas and beyond can apply for the True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Focused on community impact, Chick Fil A Foundation invites biology-related and environmental stewardship initiatives supporting youth and families to apply.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Community Partnership Grants
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. With a mission to highlight exemplary collaborations, Mutual of America Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with recognition that may benefit biology-focused initiatives working through cross-sector partnerships.
Mutual Of America Foundation