Arkansas First Responder Funding via Academy Sports
Grants from Academy Sports + Outdoors help Arkansas first responder and safety-focused 501(c)(3) organizations support safer communities through sports and outdoor initiatives. Eligible collective groups, such as leagues or districts, must operate programs in Arkansas communities where an Academy store is present and submit donation proposals at least 90 days before the event.
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Arkansas Community Development Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, or community arts and culture can apply for the Community Possible Grant Program from U.S. Bank Foundation. Organizations, including those supporting first responders through workforce or community development, may submit a letter of interest; established partners apply by invitation in designated U.S. Bank communities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Arkansas Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Arkansas nonprofits supporting children, youth, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program support. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations whose work benefits local communities, including those serving first responder families or related human services, may apply; requests are reviewed within 4–6 weeks based on community need and measurable outcomes.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Arkansas
Arkansas first responder and public safety nonprofits with innovative human services or community safety programs may be eligible for support to address social problems. Arkansas first responders can access funding through Creag Foundation if they are 501(c)(3) organizations, have held that status for at least one year, and are piloting new approaches to societal issues.
Creag Foundation
Scaling Social Impact Funding for Startups from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven startups in Arkansas and beyond can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable social or environmental solutions. Organizations serving underserved communities, with proven pilots and plans to reach at least 10,000 people, may include innovative first responder and public safety initiatives.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Solutions
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to tackle crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, including work benefiting Arkansas communities. Focused on innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled programs for underserved populations, Cisco Systems Foundation invites year-round LOIs for initiatives such as disaster relief, workforce readiness, and green job creation.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Safety and Community Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Arkansas can seek Good Neighbor Citizenship support for safety, education, and community development initiatives. State Farm Companies Foundation funds efforts like disaster preparedness, firefighting and fire prevention, auto and home safety, neighborhood revitalization, and job training that benefit local communities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Arkansas organizations serving large audiences, especially in arts education, artist development, museums, and performing arts, may be competitive applicants.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health
Nonprofit and equivalent charitable organizations working on health, education, or community programs in the U.S., including Arkansas, may be eligible for funding to expand services and outreach. Focused on community health and welfare, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites projects like healthcare for underserved populations, food pantries, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives that can benefit first responder communities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Community and Humanitarian Funding from Roche
First responder and public safety organizations in Arkansas seeking support for humanitarian aid, community resilience, or disaster response projects can apply for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy. Grants from Roche help accredited charities worldwide deliver innovative, sustainable programs, which may include emergency response, youth services, health, environmental education, or arts and culture initiatives.
La Roche, Inc.
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 inclusion can access funding via Bank of America Charitable Foundation. Sponsorship support may benefit first responder agencies or partner nonprofits addressing housing, hunger, and neighborhood preservation in low- and moderate-income communities through regional programs and events.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Funding from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations providing humanitarian aid, poverty alleviation, disability services, or other social services, including those supporting first responders and disaster relief in Arkansas and worldwide, can seek grants from Gupta Family Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Eligible applicants are typically smaller, non-sectarian 501(c)(3)s or qualifying foreign entities.
Gupta Family Foundation
Community and Humanitarian Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help Arkansas 501(c)(3) organizations fund programs for children, education, animals, the environment, humanitarian aid, and arts and culture. U.S.-based nonprofits with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% may be eligible for US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support services that uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and aligned for-profits in Arkansas working in preservation, education, or wellness can use this grant to develop storytelling projects that highlight their community impact. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation help first responder support organizations and related nonprofits share powerful stories of conservation, education, mental health, or community wellbeing, with awards of more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Support for Arkansas Relief
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Arkansas first responder and community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations addressing disaster relief, medical assistance, poverty, or related humanitarian needs can access funding through the Robinson Foundation, if they serve communities below the Mason-Dixon line. Grants support single-year projects with tangible, meaningful impact for children and families, veterans, and vulnerable populations, but not capital facilities.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
With a mission to support charitable work, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Arkansas nonprofits with flexible funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations, including those serving first responders or public safety needs, may apply to advance programs that respect people, the environment, and all life.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities in Arkansas communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s grants to support education, entrepreneurship, environment, and community enrichment programs. First responder and public safety initiatives that strengthen local well-being and sustainability may be competitive if they meet the foundation’s investment priorities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Youth and Safety Grants in Arkansas
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety services can seek program support through TJX Foundation. Focused on helping vulnerable families and children build better futures, this national corporate funder may benefit first responder–adjacent programs that address emergency shelter, safety, or related community support near TJX locations.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Arkansas Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Arkansas 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can access funding through the Lawrence Foundation for environmental, human services, disaster relief, or other community-focused programs. Grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 are typically unrestricted and may support general operating or project expenses, which can include initiatives that benefit first responders and emergency-related services.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas and across the U.S. can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community programs, facilities, and services. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help fund cultural institutions, education and youth programs, health facilities, disability and senior services, environmental and wildlife efforts, and other community-based initiatives that benefit local residents and may support first responder-related work.
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 running basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs that address hunger, shelter, economic stability, or cultural enrichment. U.S.-based organizations serving Arkansas communities, including those supporting first responders’ clients or neighborhoods, may be competitive, especially where Ameriprise employees or advisors are actively engaged as volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Arkansas Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project support in education, health care, social services, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Focused on broad community improvement, the Dr Scholl Foundation may support initiatives that benefit first responders or enhance public safety and community well-being.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Arkansas that improve quality of life for underserved people through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides funding in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, which may benefit first responder and emergency relief efforts.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for First Responders
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Union Pacific Foundation provides Arkansas first responder and safety-focused 501(c)(3) organizations with US $5,000 - US $30,000 for local programs. Funding supports emergency preparedness, community safety, disaster response, and related services in communities served by Union Pacific, with emphasis on direct services and capacity building for diverse, underrepresented populations.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Arkansas Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
First responder and public safety nonprofits in Arkansas working with underserved youth, families, or communities can seek funding for programs in education, housing support, food security, or environmental stewardship. Focused on youth and community impact, Chick Fil A Foundation offers US $30,000 - US $350,000 True Inspiration Awards to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations.
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 that address significant social issues can apply for the Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. With a mission to recognize exemplary collaboration, Mutual of America Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with recognition that may benefit first responder initiatives built through cross-sector partnerships.
Mutual Of America Foundation