Delaware Division of the Arts Library Grants
Delaware libraries and nonprofit organizations offering public arts programs in Delaware can receive up to US $1,250 to support occasional arts projects. Grants from Delaware Division of the Arts help Delaware library services expand arts access, especially for underserved audiences, support lifelong learning, and present professional artists in community-focused settings.
Delaware Division of the Arts
Delaware Library Arts Funding via Delaware Division of the Arts
Delaware libraries and other community-based organizations can access funding through the Delaware Division of the Arts to present performing, visual, literary, media, or folk arts programs. Grants up to US $5,000 support occasional arts programming that features professional artists and is open to the broader community, including eligible nonprofit, government, and educational entities across the state.
Delaware Division of the Arts
Costco Foundation Youth and Health Grants in Delaware
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware that support children, education, or health and human services can apply for Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions to fund monetary program needs. Eligible library-related programs serving youth or family health and human services near Costco locations may be considered if they demonstrate community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Grants for Delaware Innovation
501(c)(3) nonprofits with at least one year of status and innovative approaches to social problems can apply for Creag Foundation support, including organizations in Delaware. Funding can help smaller or established groups pilot new human services models, which may benefit library services or related community programs. Invitation-only; start with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Child Welfare Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth and children’s health, education, development, and welfare worldwide can apply for grants up to US $15,000 to support direct programs. Focused on child advocacy, early childhood development, poverty, homelessness, and related needs, the Dan Paul Foundation may benefit Delaware libraries with youth-focused or educational initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Delaware library and other early-stage social impact organizations can access funding for scalable programs addressing urgent social or environmental problems. Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides Delaware library services and similar entities with up to US $300,000 over three years, plus intensive capacity-building support and peer community, for ventures serving underserved communities in priority global regions.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Focused on safety, education, and community development, State Farm Companies Foundation invites U.S. educational institutions, government programs, and eligible nonprofits to apply for Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants. Delaware libraries and library-related programs may be eligible if they advance auto or home safety, disaster preparedness, community development, financial literacy, or K–12 and higher education initiatives.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Cultural Programs
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Delaware and across the U.S. can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programming, capital needs, or limited general and endowment support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, STEAM-focused science programs, and organizations with sizable budgets and demonstrable, lasting impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Delaware Community Health Funding via Labcorp
Delaware libraries and related 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can seek support for programs such as food pantries, STEM education, or health outreach. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based nonprofits to apply for grants that expand equitable healthcare access, education, and local community support.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
PNC Foundation Grants for Delaware Communities
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering early childhood education, community development, or services for low- and moderate-income residents can apply for PNC Foundation’s Foundation Grant. Grants from PNC Foundation help Delaware organizations expand early learning, housing, small business support, arts, and other community services, which may include library-based or library-partnered programs in eligible PNC communities.
PNC Foundation
Health and Education Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Delaware libraries and community-based nonprofits serving marginalized populations can seek support for health, education, and humanitarian programs benefiting vulnerable groups. Delaware library services that incorporate literacy, health education, or social services may be eligible for Semnani Family Foundation funding alongside other U.S. and international initiatives focused on human welfare and access to care.
Semnani Family Foundation
Delaware Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can apply for grants from the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust. With a mission to strengthen broadly beneficial services, the Trust provides U.S.-based organizations with funding for projects that significantly impact their target populations and general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Solar Energy Grants for Delaware Nonprofits from Sustainable Energy Utility
Delaware 501(c) nonprofit organizations and public libraries seeking to install solar panels can apply for grants up to Up to US $500,000 to cover system components, installation, and utility upgrades. Grants from Sustainable Energy Utility help eligible sites add roof, ground, or carport-mounted solar systems; Solar Renewable Energy Credits are retained by Energize Delaware.
Sustainable Energy Utility Inc
Bank of America Grants for Delaware Communities
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, environment, or inclusion programs can apply for the Bank of America Charitable Foundation Sponsorship Program. Library organizations offering community services, cultural programming, or workforce development may be eligible for regional U.S. sponsorships that strengthen local economic, social, and cultural life.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can seek US $5,000 - US $250,000 for social and human services work, including poverty alleviation, disability support, and disaster relief. With a mission to empower disadvantaged individuals, Gupta Family Foundation provides funding to smaller 501(c)(3) entities, which may include Delaware organizations whose library-related programs advance these goals.
Gupta Family Foundation
Delaware Community Safety Funding via Baltimore Life Foundation
Applications due Sep 12, 2026
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits running family, safety, community enhancement, or library-related programs can apply for Baltimore Life Foundation’s community grants; awards US $500 for specific projects. Funding supports efforts like child safety education or community clean-ups, favoring groups with strong volunteer involvement in areas served by Baltimore Life local offices.
Baltimore Life Foundation
Community Facilities Funding for Rural Libraries via USDA
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Delaware public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and Federally Recognized Tribes in rural areas can use this program to build, purchase, or improve essential community facilities, including libraries and related equipment. Library services in communities under 20,000 residents may be eligible for graduated grant support from USDA: Rural Development based on local median household income.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Delaware Community Foundation Support for Health Programs
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Health-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits and eligible public agencies in Delaware can seek funding for projects and services improving health access, equity, and outcomes, with awards up to US $50,000. Grants from Delaware Community Foundation may benefit library-based or library-partnered initiatives that expand health information, early childhood health programs, or address social determinants of health.
Delaware Community Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Library Services
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Delaware library services and related 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support charitable programs. Grants may benefit community services, environmental education, or peacebuilding initiatives delivered through libraries or library-affiliated nonprofits in Delaware and beyond.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and eligible government entities supporting education, environment, entrepreneurship, or community enrichment may be eligible for community program funding in Delaware and other Georgia-Pacific communities. Georgia-Pacific Foundation supports projects near its manufacturing facilities that strengthen local well-being and sustainability, which can include library-related services where they meet these priorities.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Delaware Libraries
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Delaware public schools, libraries, and 501(c)(3) public charities can access funding for environmental, human services, or other community programs through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Eligible library-related organizations may request unrestricted operating or project support if their work fits the foundation’s stated priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for Delaware Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Delaware seeking support for community-based programs can apply for funding from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, with awards of US $1,000 - US $20,000. With a mission to help impactful nonprofits, the foundation supports cultural institutions, education, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental efforts, and related initiatives that may benefit libraries and similar organizations.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Library Grants in Delaware
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Libraries and other 501(c)(3) organizations in Delaware can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, and environmental areas. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help Delaware library services and related nonprofits with one-year initiatives, offering US $5,000 - US $25,000, primarily to U.S.-based applicants with at least three years of financial activity.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Arts Project Funding for Delaware Nonprofits via Delaware Division of the Arts
Applications due Mar 3, 2027
Focused on community arts projects, Delaware Division of the Arts invites Delaware community-based nonprofits, libraries, civic groups, and similar organizations to apply for grants of US $2,000 - US $10,000. Eligible Delaware organizations planning non-credit or community arts activities, including library programs, can seek support for projects with at least $5,000 in direct cash expenses.
Delaware Division of the Arts
Delaware Division of Public Health Support for Library Health Access
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Delaware library systems and partners seeking to expand health access services can use this grant to fund rural, library-based health care access and delivery. Delaware Division of Public Health supports library services in Delaware by financing telehealth technology, connectivity upgrades, private consultation spaces, navigation and enrollment assistance, outreach, data systems, and related administrative infrastructure.
Delaware Division of Public Health
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Delaware Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Delaware 501(c)(3) nonprofits serving local communities with programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports community-focused organizations in areas where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, which can include initiatives connected to library-based community services.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc