Arkansas Community Programs Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Arkansas can apply for U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible grants to support economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture. Organizations addressing multiple pillars like work, home, and play, advancing equity, and serving designated U.S. Bank communities may be especially competitive, including those with environmental education components.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Arkansas
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative approaches to human and social services, environment, health, or related fields can access funding through Creag Foundation to tackle pressing social problems. Organizations must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year, and environmental education initiatives with creative solutions may be considered through a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Arkansas environmental education and youth-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through Dan Paul Foundation to support programs serving children’s health, education, development, and welfare. Grants up to US $15,000 may assist projects in environmental education, clean air and water, poverty and homelessness, child advocacy, refugee enrichment, and related youth development initiatives worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Scaling Impact Funding for Early Ventures via Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven startups in Arkansas addressing social or environmental challenges can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years. Organizations delivering scalable environmental education or sustainability solutions that benefit underserved communities and can reach at least 10,000 people may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
First Horizon Foundation Grants for Arkansas Communities
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas working on arts and culture, education, environmental sustainability, financial literacy, or health and human services can apply for program support through First Horizon Foundation. The foundation funds eligible groups in Northeast Arkansas, Northwest Arkansas, and Little Rock, which may include environmental education initiatives within its broader environmental sustainability and education priorities.
First Horizon Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Education
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in Arkansas and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation prioritizes innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial letter of inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programs. Arkansas organizations offering arts education, STEAM initiatives, or youth-focused cultural programming may be eligible for program, capital, or limited general and endowment support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health
Nonprofit organizations working in health, education, or community services in Arkansas may be eligible for funding to expand equitable care, education, and local support programs. Focused on health and welfare, education, and community needs, the Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports efforts like food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Arkansas education and youth-focused organizations can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation to support or scale projects serving children and youth in urban low-income communities. Eligible entities include nonprofits, schools, governments, social enterprises, and other organizations working in education, children’s health, and family economic stability, with requests of more than US $50,000 in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Health
Nonprofits and humanitarian organizations working on health, education, or disaster relief for marginalized communities in Arkansas and worldwide may be eligible for Semnani Family Foundation support. With a mission to empower vulnerable populations, the foundation provides funding for healthcare access, child and women’s health, humanitarian aid, literacy, and related social services across multiple countries, including the U.S.
Semnani Family Foundation
Southern Partners Fund Support for Environmental Justice
Arkansas rural grassroots community groups using organizing strategies for social, economic, environmental justice, or education reform can access funding through Southern Partners Fund for small projects, capacity building, and travel. Organizations focused on environmental education within SPF’s 12-state Southern region may be eligible if they are self-governed by the rural communities they serve.
Southern Partners Fund
Arkansas Community Development Funding via Bank of America Foundation
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or diversity initiatives can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. Organizations providing environmental education as part of preserving neighborhoods, supporting housing, jobs, or hunger relief may be competitive within its focus on housing, jobs, and hunger.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or other human and social services, including those in Arkansas, can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Gupta Family Foundation prioritizes smaller, non-sectarian organizations worldwide with strong founder-led leadership and high direct impact to beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Environmental and Education Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Environmental and education nonprofits in Arkansas and beyond can seek grants supporting environmental preservation, education access, youth services, and related programs. Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead under 25% fund work in children’s services, humanitarian aid, animal welfare, arts and culture, and basic human needs, with awards from US $1,000 - US $10,000.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas working in wildlife conservation, environmental preservation, education, or wellness can apply for the J.W. Couch Foundation Storytelling Grant, with awards of more than US $50,000 to share their impact through storytelling. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation help environmental education groups highlight their community and conservation work.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Environmental and Education Funding for Nonprofits from T L L Temple Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 10, 2026
Nonprofit and community organizations serving residents of Miller County, Arkansas can seek T L L Temple Foundation support for environmental education, conservation, and related community programs. The foundation offers up to US $5,000,000 for project support, general operations, capital improvements, and capacity building that benefit its 24-county service area and help break cycles of poverty.
T L L Temple Foundation
Robinson Foundation Support for Southern Environmental Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Arkansas environmental education and conservation nonprofits can access funding through Robinson Foundation for programs addressing nature, wildlife, poverty relief, disaster response, health, families, children, veterans, and spiritual initiatives. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must serve communities below the Mason-Dixon line, be operating for over three years, and seek single-year, non-capital support.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental conservation and related education in Arkansas can seek support for their programs, projects, or services. With a mission to respect all life and the environment, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit community-based environmental education initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Arkansas communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation grants supporting education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects. Eligible environmental education programs may be funded if they meet the foundation’s investment priorities and serve communities within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing facility.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Youth & Family Grants in Arkansas
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas working on basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can apply for funding that supports vulnerable children and families. Focused on building better futures, the TJX Foundation invites eligible nonprofits within 15 miles of a TJX location to begin with an eligibility questionnaire and Letter of Inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Arkansas Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Arkansas environmental and human services 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries can access funding through Lawrence Foundation for general operating support or specific programs. U.S.-headquartered organizations working on environment, human services, disaster relief, or related causes may receive unrestricted awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000, with reasonable indirect costs allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
Environmental Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas offering environmental education, conservation, or wildlife programs can apply for grants from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) groups, including schools, museums, and community programs, may be competitive when a relatively small grant would make a significant impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Community Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Grants from Ameriprise Financial help Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund programs meeting basic needs, strengthening community vitality, or supporting volunteer-driven causes. U.S.-based organizations focused on hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates can seek project, general operating, or capital support to improve quality of life for underserved people. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation backs programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, which may benefit Arkansas organizations that incorporate environmental education into broader community initiatives.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Environmental Education
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering environmental education and related programs in Arkansas communities served by Union Pacific can apply for the Community Ties Giving Program’s local grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $30,000. With a mission to strengthen local communities, Union Pacific Foundation supports projects in environmental sustainability, safety, workforce development, and community vitality that advance DEI goals.
Union Pacific Foundation