Arkansas Heritage Grants for Arkansas Arts Education
Eligible Arkansas museums, libraries, community centers, higher education institutions, and other adult-serving nonprofits can apply for Arkansas Heritage’s Arts for Lifelong Learning Veteran's Projects grants, awarding up to US $2,000 for short-term artist residencies. Funding supports hands-on arts activities for veterans, including optional in-service workshops, hosted in community-based or governmental settings.
Arkansas Heritage
Arkansas Museum Preservation Funding via Arkansas Historic Preservation Program
Museums and civic organizations in Arkansas seeking support to commemorate historic people, places, or events can access funding through the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program to install official state historical markers, with costs shared 50/50. Applicants must document significance (generally at least 50 years old) with strong primary sources and follow the program’s review, placement, and maintenance requirements.
Arkansas Historic Preservation Program
Arkansas Museum Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
Museums and 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits in Arkansas can apply for US Bancorp Foundation’s Community Possible grants to support community arts, culture, and public spaces. Organizations that also advance economic and workforce development or safe, affordable housing, especially those led by people of color in U.S. Bank communities, may be prioritized.
US Bancorp Foundation
Arkansas Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Arkansas museums and cultural nonprofits serving children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary support to strengthen community programs. Arkansas organizations can access funding through Costco Foundation if they are 501(c)(3) charities with evidence-based programs and broad financial support. Requests are reviewed within 4–6 weeks.
Costco Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Arkansas museums and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving youth can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation for programs advancing children’s health, education, development, and welfare. Grants up to US $15,000 may support child advocacy, early childhood development, environmental education, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, scholarships, and related youth-focused initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early Literacy Funding for Arkansas Organizations from Arkansas Community Foundation
Nonprofit organizations, schools, government entities, and some community groups in Arkansas can seek funding to support early literacy initiatives, including parent engagement, school readiness, classroom instruction, attendance, summer learning, and whole-child supports. Arkansas Community Foundation’s Giving Tree – Early Literacy Grants may benefit museums offering early childhood or family literacy programming in Arkansas communities.
Arkansas Community Foundation Inc
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Innovation
Arkansas museums and other nonprofits using technology for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment programs can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Focused on innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions for underserved communities, Cisco Systems Foundation invites eligible organizations to submit a year-round letter of inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits in Arkansas can seek funding for community safety, education, and development initiatives, including museum-related programming. With a mission to strengthen communities, State Farm Companies Foundation provides U.S. organizations with support for projects like disaster preparedness, financial literacy, STEM education, workforce readiness, and neighborhood revitalization that create long-term, sustainable impact.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on health, education, or community programs in Arkansas may be eligible for funding that supports food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based charities to apply for grants reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Arkansas museums and cultural organizations working in education, youth, or family services can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for projects serving urban children and youth in poverty. Grants over More than US $50,000 support project implementation or scaling in education, children’s health, and family economic stability across eligible U.S. locations.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Museum and Culture Funding from Roche
Museums and accredited cultural charities in Arkansas seeking support for exhibitions, education, or community programs may be eligible for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy. Grants from Roche help organizations worldwide deliver humanitarian, educational, environmental, and arts projects, with local Roche affiliates supporting programs based and operating in the same country as the affiliate.
La Roche, Inc.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Arkansas Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply; funded activities must take place in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help well-managed organizations expand services that significantly benefit their target populations, particularly those contributing broadly to community welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Arkansas Community Programs Funding via Bank of America
Arkansas museums and cultural nonprofits can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation to support arts and culture, community development, and related programming. 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, workforce development, housing, environment, or diversity and inclusion may also be eligible for these regional sponsorships across the U.S.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Museum and Arts Funding for Nonprofits from Kerr Foundation
Full proposal due Aug 15, 2026
Museums and other 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas seeking support for education, arts and culture, health, or human services projects can apply for Kerr Foundation Grants. Grants from Kerr Foundation help fund capital improvements, time-limited programs, or general operating needs, with a preference for initiatives that create new or enhanced opportunities, particularly for young people.
The Kerr Foundation Inc
Arkansas Heritage Arts Education Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
Arkansas museums, libraries, community centers, and other nonprofits in Arkansas can access funding through Arkansas Heritage to host short-term arts residencies for adult learners. Grants up to US $2,000 support up to 10-day programs with rostered professional artists, featuring hands-on arts activities and optional in-service workshops for adult participants.
Arkansas Heritage
Museum and Cultural Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Museums and cultural nonprofits in Arkansas working in arts and culture, education, children’s services, humanitarian aid, or environmental initiatives can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million advance programs that support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Museums and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Arkansas can seek the Storytelling Grant to share the real-world impact of their work through compelling narratives and media. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation support organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness, with awards of more than US $50,000 for storytelling projects.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Arkansas Community Facility Funding via USDA
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Arkansas museums and other community-based nonprofits in rural areas can use this program to build, purchase, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. Focused on rural development, USDA Rural Development invites eligible public bodies, nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes to apply for support in communities of 20,000 or fewer residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Arkansas Visual Arts Funding via Windgate
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Museums and arts nonprofits in Arkansas seeking support for contemporary craft and visual arts programs can apply for funding that advances fellowships, residencies, education, and equipment. Windgate Charitable Trust also backs college and K-12 visual arts initiatives, so Arkansas museums with educational outreach or artist programs may be eligible.
Windgate Charitable Trust
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Arkansas can seek project support through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. With a mission to empower forces for change, this private foundation provides flexible funding that Arkansas museums with qualifying charitable status may be eligible to receive.
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 support to advance education, entrepreneurship, environmental initiatives, and community enrichment. Arkansas museums that meet these criteria and operate within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community may be eligible for project or program funding.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Youth and Families Grants in Arkansas
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence can seek program funding that benefits vulnerable families and children. Focused on community support, TJX Foundation invites eligible organizations within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office to begin with an online eligibility questionnaire and letter of inquiry.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Arkansas Environment
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Arkansas museums and other 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries can seek funding for environmental and human services programs or operations. Arkansas organizations can access funding through Lawrence Foundation, with typical unrestricted awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000 and no geographic restrictions, including support for reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Museum and Cultural Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit museums and cultural institutions in Arkansas can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support programs, facilities, or community services. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations fund cultural and performing arts, education, youth and senior programs, disability services, environmental and wildlife efforts, and other community-based initiatives where modest awards make a big impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support, including in Arkansas. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation prioritizes underserved and underrepresented individuals and families; Arkansas museums with qualifying community-focused programs may be eligible if they meet these criteria.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Partnership Grants
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for national recognition and support through the Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. With a mission to honor exemplary collaborations, this program highlights U.S. nonprofits whose joint efforts address significant social issues and may include museum-led or museum-based initiatives.
Mutual Of America Foundation
Arkansas Museum Funding via Arkansas Heritage
Applications due Nov 10, 2027
Arkansas history museums, historical societies, historic sites, and military museums with budgets under $250,000 can receive up to US $2,500 in general operating support, collections care, exhibits, and education programs in Arkansas. Arkansas Heritage provides these Small Museum Grants to strengthen community-based institutions preserving and presenting the state’s cultural, historic, and natural resources.
Arkansas Heritage