Costco Foundation Support for Community Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the District of Columbia that support children, education, or health and human services can apply for Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions; awards fund monetary requests only. First responder agencies partnering with eligible nonprofits on youth, health, or human services initiatives may benefit if they meet these priorities and operate near Costco locations.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Grants for District of Columbia Innovators
District of Columbia first responder and public safety nonprofits with innovative human services programs can access funding through Creag Foundation to tackle social problems in new ways. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must have held their status for at least one year and be testing fresh approaches to existing or previously unaddressed community issues.
Creag Foundation
Youth Development Funding from Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, and welfare can request up to US $15,000 for direct-service programs, training, or enrichment activities, including in the District of Columbia. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation provides funding that may benefit first responder agencies with youth-focused safety, advocacy, or community education initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Impact
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in the District of Columbia can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000 for scalable social or environmental solutions. First responder organizations with innovative, systems-level models that directly benefit underserved communities and can grow to reach large populations may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Impact Grants for Nonprofits from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to address crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience, including those serving first responders and disaster relief in District of Columbia, can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities worldwide.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture
Nonprofit cultural institutions with U.S. programs in the arts or sciences that serve large audiences can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or limited general support, including in the District of Columbia. Focused on arts education, artist development, and STEAM initiatives, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes organizations with strong impact and sustainability.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. providing direct social services, economic mobility, or anti-poverty programs, including those serving District of Columbia communities, can apply for more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or general operations. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritize large, proven organizations focused on affordable housing, reentry, legal aid, workforce training, and related services.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
District of Columbia Community Funding via Labcorp
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations supporting health, education, or community initiatives, including those serving first responders in the District of Columbia, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants. Funding may support food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programs, or healthy lifestyle initiatives such as medical research and screening.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth
Organizations in the District of Columbia working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can seek project or scaling support of more than US $50,000 from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. First responder agencies with youth-focused safety, health, or family stability initiatives may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Humanitarian Funding for Charities from Roche
Accredited charities running humanitarian, social development, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects in the District of Columbia may be eligible for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy support. Roche prioritizes innovative, sustainable initiatives, including disaster relief and community-strengthening efforts, which can complement first responder and emergency preparedness programs managed locally by its U.S. affiliate.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian and Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support for marginalized communities, including work that intersects with first responders in the District of Columbia. Funding can back healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and related human and social services in the U.S. and internationally.
Semnani Family Foundation
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
District of Columbia 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. With a mission to strengthen communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides support for basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, and diversity initiatives, which may benefit organizations serving first responders and local public safety efforts.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Grants for Self-Reliance
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those providing disaster relief and human services, can seek funding that supports social services and humanitarian aid in the District of Columbia and worldwide. Gupta Family Foundation supports poverty alleviation, disability services, and disaster relief with grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 for smaller 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities.
Gupta Family Foundation
First Responder and Hero Funding from Wawa Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Aug 1, 2026
First responder, veteran, and K–12 youth–serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on health, hunger, or everyday hero programs in the District of Columbia can apply for grants over More than US $2,500. With a mission to strengthen communities, Wawa Foundation provides financial support within its six-state market area, including D.C.
Wawa Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust grants of up to US $10,000 to support programs in education, social justice, health, arts, ethical journalism, or related research. First responder and public safety groups in District of Columbia may be eligible if their work aligns with these priorities and has diverse funding support.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Humanitarian Grants in District
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help District of Columbia first responder organizations and related 501(c)(3) nonprofits fund humanitarian, disaster relief, youth, education, environmental, animal welfare, or arts and culture programs. U.S.-based nonprofits with budgets under $1 million and overhead under 25% can request US $1,000 - US $10,000 for eligible projects, including work that supports emergency response and community resilience.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
First responder and public safety nonprofits in District of Columbia seeking to highlight their impact through media or narrative projects can apply for the Storytelling Grant, which offers more than US $50,000 for storytelling efforts. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation support organizations aligned with preservation, education, or wellness across the U.S.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
District of Columbia Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
District of Columbia first responder and public safety nonprofits can access funding through Insperity for community service programs or fundraising event sponsorships. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must either engage Insperity employees, be Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work, with support limited to U.S.-based charities.
Insperity
District of Columbia Community Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
District of Columbia first responder and public safety nonprofits working on community services, peacebuilding, or environmental initiatives can apply for support from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. Focused on forward-looking, charitable 501(c)(3) work, this grant may benefit organizations enhancing community resilience, emergency preparedness, and overall well-being.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Youth Support Funding via TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near a TJX location that serve vulnerable children and families can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. First responder and public safety nonprofits in the District of Columbia may be eligible if their programs align with these community impact areas.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking funding for environmental or human services programs, including disaster-related work in the District of Columbia, may be eligible for unrestricted support. Focused on environment and human services, Lawrence Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants for program or general operating needs.
Lawrence Foundation
Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Grants from Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation help District of Columbia 501(c)(3) public charities provide community services, education, health, arts, environment, and justice programs. Eligible nonprofits must serve DC-area residents, including nearby Maryland and Virginia counties, and can request US $10,000 - US $250,000 for direct services, capacity building, and systemic change efforts that benefit vulnerable and underserved people.
Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Community Grants in District of Columbia
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in the District of Columbia can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs, facilities, and services. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. museums, cultural institutions, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife efforts, and similar organizations, which may include first responder–adjacent initiatives.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
First responder and public safety nonprofits in the District of Columbia can seek project funding for education, health care, social services, civic, cultural, or environmental initiatives. Dr Scholl Foundation provides U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations with US $5,000 - US $25,000 in one-year grants, primarily for programmatic work rather than general operating support.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Youth Grants in District of Columbia
Applications due May 1, 2027
District of Columbia nonprofits serving youth and families through education, housing, food security, or environmental programs can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants from US $30,000 - US $350,000. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) organizations; programs that enhance community well-being may benefit first responder–adjacent initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Community Partnerships Funding via Mutual Of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships can receive national recognition and support for collaborative social impact work. With a mission to honor exemplary collaborations, Mutual Of America Foundation provides awards to partnerships whose models may interest first responder agencies and allied nonprofits in the District of Columbia working to strengthen community resilience.
Mutual Of America Foundation