Creag Foundation Grants for District of Columbia Innovation
District of Columbia nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can access funding through Creag Foundation. 501(c)(3) organizations held for at least one year, including those with paleontology-related education or community initiatives that improve the human condition, may submit a letter of inquiry to be considered for invitation-only grants supporting new approaches to societal issues.
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 seek support for direct-service programs, workshops, scholarships, and related initiatives. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation provides funding that may benefit District of Columbia projects involving youth development, basic needs, environmental education, or refugee and homelessness services.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Support for Scalable Solutions
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, 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 over three years for bold, scalable social or environmental solutions. Organizations working on issues like education, health, poverty, environment, or related fields may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Grants for Nonprofits from Cisco Systems Foundation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle education, crisis response, economic empowerment, or climate resilience challenges in the District of Columbia and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial LOI.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Support for Community Safety
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in the District of Columbia can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects. State Farm Companies Foundation supports initiatives like auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, financial literacy, and K–12 and higher education programs that may complement paleontology-related outreach or education.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Culture
Cultural nonprofits offering arts or science programming in the U.S., including those in the District of Columbia, can seek program, capital, or limited general support to expand impactful work. Focused on culture, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes large, well-established institutions engaging youth, developing artistic talent, or providing STEAM-related education, which may include paleontology-related initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding for Nonprofits from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for more than US $100,000 to support proven social service programs, capital needs, or general operations. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations, including those in District of Columbia, expand efforts in poverty alleviation, economic independence, housing, food access, legal aid, reentry, and youth development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Organizations such as nonprofits, schools, governments, and social enterprises can seek more than US $50,000 to support or scale programs in education, children’s health, and family economic stability. Focused on improving outcomes for urban low-income children and youth, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds work in the U.S., India, and South Africa; District of Columbia initiatives may be eligible.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian aid can apply for Semnani Family Foundation support for programs serving marginalized communities worldwide, including the U.S. Organizations in the District of Columbia with initiatives like healthcare access, disaster relief, or services for women, children, and vulnerable populations may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
District of Columbia Education Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
District of Columbia nonprofits working in charitable, educational, scientific, or medical fields can seek support that must be used in the U.S. Focused on broad public benefit, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust invites 501(c)(3) organizations with strong management and wide-reaching services to apply, which may include institutions with paleontology-related education or research programs.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the District of Columbia can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs that advance economic mobility and social progress. With a mission to strengthen communities, Bank of America Charitable Foundation provides funding for efforts such as basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, and diversity and inclusion, which may include paleontology-related outreach or education.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Grants for Paleontology
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian 501(c)(3) organizations and qualifying foreign charities working on disadvantage, poverty, disability, or humanitarian relief, including in the District of Columbia, can seek funding for programs helping people become self-reliant. Gupta Family Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $250,000, prioritizing smaller organizations where at least 90% of funds reach beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Grants for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in areas like education, social justice, health, the arts, ethical journalism, or research can apply for up to US $10,000 from the Cowles Charitable Trust. While it primarily supports Downstate New York and South Florida, mission-aligned programs, including those in the District of Columbia, may be considered, including general operating support.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Education Grants in DC
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on education, children’s programs, environmental initiatives, humanitarian aid, animal welfare, or arts and culture in the District of Columbia can apply for grants from the Hansen Family Foundation. Awards range from US $1,000 - US $10,000 and may support paleontology-related education or youth programs that fit these priorities.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling and Conservation Funding from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Wildlife conservation 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the U.S., including those based in the District of Columbia, can seek more than US $50,000 to tell impactful stories about their work. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation help organizations in preservation, education, or wellness create storytelling projects that highlight real-world community impact.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
District of Columbia Community Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern region, including District of Columbia, can seek funding for programs addressing education, health, poverty relief, families, children, veterans, disaster relief, animal welfare, and conservation. Grants from Robinson Foundation help established organizations with single-year projects that demonstrate fiscal responsibility and tangible, meaningful impact, excluding capital facilities.
Robinson Foundation
District of Columbia Community Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
District of Columbia community nonprofits can access funding through Insperity for philanthropic grants or event sponsorships that support local service goals. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations connected to Insperity employees, clients, or communities, so paleontology-focused nonprofits in the area may be considered if they meet these criteria.
Insperity
District of Columbia Environmental Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on community and environmental initiatives, this grant invites District of Columbia 501(c)(3) nonprofits to seek support for projects that respect life, people, and the environment. Organizations with paleontology or related environmental conservation programs may be eligible for funding from the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation.
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 in the District of Columbia can apply for The Tjx Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Eligible groups complete an online questionnaire, then may be invited to submit a letter of inquiry and full application.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental and human services work, including in the District of Columbia. Focused on broad environmental and community causes, Lawrence Foundation invites eligible organizations to apply for flexible, single-year funding.
Lawrence 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 through the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help U.S. organizations, including those with paleontology-related education or museum programming, fund impactful projects where modest awards make a significant difference.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs can apply for Ameriprise Financial grants supporting hunger relief, housing, economic stability, and cultural enrichment. District of Columbia groups with strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes may be especially competitive.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Support for Education Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural programs, or environmental initiatives, including those in District of Columbia, can seek project funding from the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually for one-year projects, with applications accepted October 1 through March 1.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates can apply for O'Reilly Automotive Foundation grants to support programs improving quality of life for underserved people. Funding may support project, operating, or capital needs in areas like economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, which may benefit District of Columbia organizations with related programming.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Youth Grants in District
Applications due May 1, 2027
District of Columbia nonprofits serving youth and families through education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship programs can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may apply for US $30,000 - US $350,000 to support initiatives such as academic enrichment, youth leadership, hunger relief, community services, or environmental projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
District of Columbia Nonprofit Funding via Mutual Of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations with strong community partnerships can receive national recognition and support for collaborative social impact work through the Community Partnership Award. With a mission to honor exemplary partnerships, Mutual Of America Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits, including those in the District of Columbia, with awards that highlight scalable, replicable approaches to significant social issues.
Mutual Of America Foundation