US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Kentucky Communities
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can seek funding that supports community development and equity-focused programs. Focused on work, home, and play, US Bancorp Foundation invites organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color, to pursue collaborative, high-impact grants that may benefit teachers and education initiatives.
US Bancorp Foundation
Kentucky Education Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Kentucky that are 501(c)(3)s and run programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support from Costco Foundation. The program funds community-based initiatives where Costco operates, and education-focused nonprofits, including those serving teachers and students, may be eligible if they demonstrate measurable outcomes and broad financial support.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social service programs, including those in Kentucky, can seek support for new approaches to social problems through grants from Creag Foundation. Funding may benefit smaller or evolving organizations addressing issues like health, literacy, community development, public safety, or related human services. Note: applications are by invitation; submit a letter of inquiry if you fit their criteria.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children’s health, education, development, or welfare can seek funding for youth-focused programs from the Dan Paul Foundation, including those in Kentucky. Grants up to US $15,000 may support teacher and parent training, early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, refugee enrichment, and related youth services.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits tackling major social or environmental challenges can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale proven solutions. Organizations in Kentucky may be eligible if they operate in priority regions such as the U.S., Africa, Europe, or India and serve underserved communities at significant scale.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Kentucky Education
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology to address education, crisis response, or economic empowerment in Kentucky and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled programs serving mostly economically underserved communities, including initiatives that support teachers or expand educational access and equity.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Education Grants in Kentucky
Educational institutions and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Kentucky can seek funding for K–12 academic performance, STEM, higher education, and college and career pathways projects through State Farm Companies Foundation’s Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help programs that also advance safety and community development, which may benefit teachers and school-based initiatives.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Kentucky Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts, culture, or STEAM education programs can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant, with awards of more than US $100,000. Kentucky museums, performing arts organizations, and arts education programs serving large audiences may be eligible for program, capital, or limited general support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Education Grants in Kentucky
Kentucky education and community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations can apply for funding to support health, education, and community initiatives. Focused on health and welfare, education, and community, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based nonprofits to propose projects like STEM programming, food pantries, meal programs, and healthcare or screening services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Kentucky Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofit and public organizations working on education for urban low-income children in Kentucky and across the U.S. can apply for more than US $50,000 to support or scale projects. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports programs improving education outcomes, with grants generally covering no more than 25% of a project budget.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Kentucky Education Funding via PNC Foundation
PNC Foundation provides Kentucky education nonprofits with support for early childhood learning, teacher development, and youth programs, especially serving low- to moderate-income families. 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky communities where PNC has a significant presence may also receive funding for community development, affordable housing, arts education, and job readiness initiatives.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts and culture projects in Kentucky and worldwide can seek funding to support community development, youth education, health, and disaster relief efforts. Grants from La Roche help organizations whose programs align with its focus on sustainable development and allow active collaboration with local Roche affiliates and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Education Grants in Kentucky
Kentucky education and human services nonprofits supporting marginalized communities can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for health, education, and humanitarian programs. Organizations working on literacy, child welfare, health care access, or related services may be eligible; this global funder also supports work in the U.S., including efforts that benefit teachers and students.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Kentucky Education
Eligible 501(c)(3) charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations can seek funding to support broad-impact programs serving U.S. communities, including work based in Kentucky. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help education and related organizations that are soundly managed and materially advance the general welfare, which may include school- or teacher-centered initiatives.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $250,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities in countries including the U.S., India, Kenya, Mexico, and others may benefit, including Kentucky groups working on poverty, disability, or humanitarian services.
Gupta Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Kentucky Education
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving education, youth, or families in Kentucky and the broader Southern region can seek program funding to relieve hardship and support long-term success. Robinson Foundation supports education and related community services in Kentucky by prioritizing fiscally responsible nonprofits where single-year grants will have tangible, meaningful, and directly observable impact.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Kentucky Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations supporting community services in Kentucky counties where Insperity employees live and work can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to meet key service and fundraising goals. Insperity supports community-focused nonprofits through financial, volunteer, or in-kind contributions when there is employee involvement, a client relationship, or local community impact.
Insperity
Kentucky Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Kentucky can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. The foundation supports charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment, which may include education-related or teacher-led community programs.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and local government entities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, environmental, and community enrichment projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Focused on strengthening local well-being and sustainability, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites organizations within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community to apply; teacher-led or school-based initiatives may be eligible.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Kentucky Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, out-of-school enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. TJX Foundation supports education and youth-focused efforts that help vulnerable families and children build better futures.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Kentucky can apply for unrestricted funding to support environmental and human services programs, including teacher- and school-based initiatives. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help eligible organizations with general operating or project costs, typically awarding US $5,000 - US $10,000, with no geographic restrictions and reasonable indirect costs allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Kentucky Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Kentucky nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes with support for programs in hunger relief, shelter, economic development, arts access, and adult self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations showing measurable outcomes, financial stability, and alignment with Ameriprise volunteer engagement priorities.
Ameriprise Financial
Kentucky Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Kentucky education and community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation for projects in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural initiatives, and environmental programs. U.S.-based nonprofits may request US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of project support, with one application allowed per organization each grant year.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life through economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief in Kentucky and other O’Reilly service areas can seek project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports programs addressing hunger, homelessness, poverty, health access, literacy, and related community services.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Kentucky Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky serving youth, families, education, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs supporting teachers, student enrichment, hunger relief, family services, or community and environmental projects may be competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Kentucky with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary collaborative work. Programs that measurably improve lives and address significant social issues may be honored, which could benefit education-focused nonprofits that partner with schools and teachers.
Mutual Of America Foundation