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 may support hydrology-adjacent community needs through the Community Possible Grant Program. Focused on equitable, high-impact partnerships, US Bancorp Foundation prioritizes organizations in its service areas, especially those led by people of color and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
US Bancorp Foundation
Kentucky Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding via Costco Foundation for programmatic needs. Grants support evidence-based projects with measurable outcomes and strong community collaboration. Organizations working on hydrology-related initiatives that intersect with child welfare or community health may be eligible if they meet these priorities.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social services approaches, including work related to hydrology in Kentucky, may be eligible for this grant supporting new solutions to social problems. Creag Foundation considers proposals from smaller or evolving organizations that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and are addressing unmet societal needs.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through health, education, development, or welfare programs can seek up to US $15,000 for projects such as clean water education, air quality awareness, and basic needs support. The Dan Paul Foundation supports work worldwide, and Kentucky groups with hydrology or environmental education components may be eligible.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Kentucky and globally can seek up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale innovative social or environmental solutions. Focused on bold, scalable models for underserved communities, organizations working on hydrology-related challenges within its broad impact areas may be competitive.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Kentucky Innovation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can seek up to US $100,000 to scale innovative programs in Kentucky and worldwide. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled initiatives serving predominantly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an initial Letter of Inquiry.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Kentucky
Eligible Kentucky educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that may support water, flood, or disaster-related work. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help organizations advance disaster preparedness, mitigation, recovery, and community revitalization projects with long-term, sustainable impact.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Kentucky Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programs. Kentucky museums, performing arts groups, and arts education or STEAM initiatives serving broad audiences may be eligible for program, capital, or limited general support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Kentucky
Kentucky 501(c)(3) and equivalent charitable organizations can seek funding for health, education, or community initiatives that fit their programs. Focused on community wellbeing, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites applications supporting food pantries, healthcare access for underserved groups, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Requests are reviewed twice yearly, in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Kentucky Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations working on education, childhood health, or family economic stability projects that benefit urban low-income children, including those in Kentucky, can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds eligible nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and related entities in the U.S., India, and South Africa whose work aligns with its mission and values.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Kentucky Community Development Funding via PNC Foundation
PNC Foundation provides Kentucky nonprofits with funding for early childhood education and community economic development initiatives. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky communities where PNC has a significant presence may receive support for programs serving low- and moderate-income families, including education, affordable housing, small business support, job training, arts, and neighborhood revitalization.
PNC Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Charitable organizations in Kentucky and worldwide seeking support for humanitarian, science education, community development, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can apply for philanthropic funding; grants are managed through local Roche affiliates. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities deliver innovative, sustainable programs that may include environmental education and water-related community initiatives.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Kentucky
Kentucky nonprofits and humanitarian organizations serving marginalized communities through health, education, or disaster relief programs can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation. This global funder supports initiatives such as healthcare access, child and women’s health, humanitarian aid, and social services, which may benefit projects that intersect with water, sanitation, or hydrology-related community needs.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Kentucky Organizations
Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help Kentucky 501(c)(3) organizations fund charitable, scientific, medical, and educational programs within the U.S. Eligible nonprofits with sound management and broad, meaningful impact may be competitive, and those working in hydrology-related science or education may find project support opportunities under this flexible funding scope.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants supporting humanitarian and social services work, including in Kentucky. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help fund poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, and related programs worldwide, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Kentucky Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Kentucky and other Southern states can seek funding for programs in animal welfare, education, health, disaster relief, poverty relief, and related services. Robinson Foundation supports single-year projects with tangible, meaningful impact; hydrology or conservation efforts that fit their nature and wildlife priorities may be eligible.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for community services or fundraising events, including those connected to Kentucky through Insperity employees or clients, may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships. Insperity supports charitable programs and approved fundraising events in U.S. communities where its employees live and work, with organizations able to apply once per year.
Insperity
Kentucky Environmental Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental conservation, community services, or peacebuilding in Kentucky can seek support for their programs. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit hydrology-related projects that protect ecosystems, natural resources, or community well-being as part of broader environmental or community initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Kentucky Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environment, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and qualified local government entities near GP manufacturing communities to apply. Eligible projects must be within 30 miles of a GP facility and support the long-term well-being and sustainability of those communities, including environmental and hydrology-related efforts.
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, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports initiatives that help vulnerable families and children access resources and opportunities for better futures; hydrology-related nonprofits may be eligible if their programs align.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental and human services nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in Kentucky can seek $5,000 - $10,000 in unrestricted program or operating support through grants from the Lawrence Foundation. U.S.-headquartered 501(c)(3) organizations working on environmental conservation or related community services, including hydrology-related efforts, may be eligible if they align with the foundation’s stated funding interests.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Kentucky, can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs and facilities. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, cultural and performing arts initiatives, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife efforts, and job readiness or life-skills training that benefit local communities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Kentucky Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Kentucky nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status can access funding for education, social services, health care, civic, cultural, or environmental projects through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Organizations working on hydrology-related environmental initiatives may be eligible if they meet the foundation’s broad program and financial history requirements.
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 in Kentucky can seek project, operating, or capital support for economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S. communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates, so Kentucky groups with relevant local programs may be eligible.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Kentucky Community Programs Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky working on youth development, 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 may include environmental education, community gardens, or other projects that intersect hydrology-related community and environmental work.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Kentucky with strong, collaborative community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors exemplary cross-sector initiatives. Programs using hydrology or water-focused work as part of broader community solutions may be eligible if they demonstrate measurable impact, replication potential, and innovative approaches to significant social issues.
Mutual Of America Foundation