Kentucky Social Justice Funding via Appalachian Community Fund
Kentucky grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored groups working for social, economic, racial, or environmental justice in Appalachian counties can access funding through Appalachian Community Fund for technical assistance and capacity building. Grants support leadership development, fundraising, planning, financial management, community organizing, communications, and related training costs to strengthen community-led social change efforts.
Appalachian Community Fund
US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Kentucky Communities
Focused on economic opportunity, housing, and community vitality, US Bancorp Foundation invites Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits to seek funding for workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and arts and culture programs. Grassroots organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and advancing equity, may be prioritized.
US Bancorp Foundation
Kentucky Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky focused on children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for monetary program support. Grants are reviewed within 4–6 weeks and consider community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support, which may benefit grassroots organizations serving local communities.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social services approaches, including grassroots groups in Kentucky, can seek support for new ways of addressing social problems. Creag Foundation considers invitations for programs tackling issues such as health, community development, literacy, safety, and more, particularly from smaller or evolving organizations ready to grow or shift direction.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs from the Dan Paul Foundation, including groups in Kentucky. Grants up to US $15,000 may support child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, early childhood development, environmental education, refugee enrichment, and related grassroots initiatives.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations tackling major social or environmental challenges can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for scalable, impact-driven solutions. Focused on bold, systems-oriented models, the fund supports ventures in priority regions including the U.S., so Kentucky grassroots groups with growth plans may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Kentucky Innovation
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to tackle education, crisis response, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in Kentucky and beyond can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants. Awards up to US $100,000 support innovative, early-stage solutions serving mostly economically underserved communities, which may include grassroots organizations focused on digital skills, jobs, or community resilience.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Community Development Grants in Kentucky
Grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofits, volunteer fire companies, educational institutions, and government programs in Kentucky can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like disaster preparedness, neighborhood revitalization, financial literacy, affordable housing, job training, and K–12 or higher education programs with long-term community impact.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Kentucky
Grassroots and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kentucky can seek funding for health and welfare, education, or community initiatives that expand equitable care and education. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports projects like food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programming, and healthy lifestyle initiatives; U.S.-based organizations meeting these priorities may be eligible.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Kentucky LGBTQ Organizing Funding via Appalachian Community Fund
Grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations and fiscally sponsored groups in Kentucky’s Appalachian counties can access funding to build LGBTQ institutional resources, capacity, and organizational development. Grants from Appalachian Community Fund help community-led efforts using organizing and education strategies, with special priority for new and emerging LGBTQ youth initiatives and groups with limited access to traditional funding.
Appalachian Community Fund
Kentucky Youth Opportunity Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations working on education, health, or family economic stability projects in Kentucky can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds initiatives serving urban low-income children and youth in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Kentucky Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
PNC Foundation provides Kentucky grassroots and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for early childhood education and community economic development initiatives. Organizations in Kentucky communities where PNC has a significant presence may be eligible for programs in early learning, affordable housing, small business support, neighborhood revitalization, arts and culture, and essential services for low- and moderate-income residents.
PNC Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Kentucky
Kentucky grassroots and community-based organizations working in health, education, or humanitarian aid may be eligible for support to serve marginalized and vulnerable populations. Kentucky groups can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation, which backs projects such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and services for women, children, and people experiencing hunger or homelessness in the U.S. and abroad.
Semnani Family Foundation
Southern Partners Fund Organizing Grants in Kentucky
Grassroots rural community groups in Kentucky can seek funding for community organizing, capacity building, and voter engagement work through the Discretionary Fund, with awards up to US $3,500. Grants from Southern Partners Fund help rural, member-led organizations pursuing social, economic, and environmental justice, including education reform and immigration rights, in the Southeastern U.S.
Southern Partners Fund
Interact for Health Grants for Kentucky Rural Health
Applications due Sep 8, 2026
Grassroots organizations working on rural health and social determinants of health in Kentucky can seek US $10,000 - US $70,000 to support projects that promote vital conditions for well-being. Grants from Interact for Health fund 12–18 month efforts in its eligible rural counties, which also span parts of Ohio and Indiana.
Interact For Health
Insperity Grants for Kentucky Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing community services in Jefferson County, Kentucky can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to support their programs and fundraising efforts. Insperity supports organizations connected to its employees, clients, or local communities, with applications reviewed in about 45 days and sponsorship requests due 90 days before events.
Insperity
Kentucky Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Kentucky grassroots and other 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Organizations focused on local engagement, environmental stewardship, or promoting peace may be eligible to support new or existing programs through this national, mission-driven foundation.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Kentucky Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities near a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental initiatives. Focused on strengthening communities, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites grassroots organizations within 30 miles of a GP facility to apply for projects that enhance long-term community well-being.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Kentucky Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kentucky can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs if they are within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation reviews eligibility questionnaires and letters of inquiry on a rolling basis, with full applications by invitation only.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environment and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries in Kentucky can seek unrestricted funding for environmental, human services, disaster relief, and related programs. Grants from Lawrence Foundation typically range from US $5,000 - US $10,000 and may support either program/project or general operating needs for grassroots and other organizations.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Kentucky Communities
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Kentucky grassroots and other 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven programs. U.S.-based nonprofits addressing hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible, with preference for sites engaging Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Kentucky Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Kentucky grassroots 501(c)(3) organizations working in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based nonprofits may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of project support, with one application accepted per organization each grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Kentucky Grassroots Arts Funding via Kentucky Arts Council
Applications due Feb 16, 2027
Small, community-based arts and cultural nonprofits in Kentucky that offer year-round arts programming can receive $1,500 in operational support to strengthen their organizations. Kentucky Arts Council provides Kentucky grassroots arts groups with funding to sustain programming, promote diverse arts and culture, and increase arts participation across the state.
Kentucky Arts Council
LGBTQ Antiracism Funding for Kentucky Grassroots Groups from Just Fund Education Project
Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Grassroots organizations in Kentucky advancing LGBTQ acceptance, leadership, and antiracist work can apply for $1,000 - $10,000 to run projects that brighten life for LGBTQ people. Just Fund Education Project’s Cliff Todd program supports efforts that build inclusive communities, bridge LGBTQ and non-LGBTQ groups, and reach queer and trans people in rural areas.
Just Fund Education Project Inc
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Grassroots and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kentucky working to improve quality of life can seek project, general operating, or capital support for community-focused programs; the grant is open to U.S.-based organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation prioritizes economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief for underserved people.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Grassroots Justice Funding from Southern Partners Fund
Applications due May 6, 2027
Rural, grassroots 501(c)(3) community organizations in Kentucky and the rural Southeast can apply for Southern Partners Fund’s Hubert E. Sapp Regular Grant Cycle to support community organizing for social, economic, and environmental justice. Eligible groups use grassroots strategies on issues like voting rights, housing, education reform, youth leadership, and criminal justice or health policy advocacy.
Southern Partners Fund