Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) human and social service organizations developing innovative approaches to social problems may be eligible for support in Louisiana and beyond. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving programs that are finding new ways to address societal issues, considering proposals from nonprofits that have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can seek funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs, including human services work in Louisiana. The Dan Paul Foundation supports projects such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, environmental education, and scholarships, offering awards up to US $15,000 per year.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Human Services Innovation Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Nonprofit and mission-driven human services organizations in Louisiana tackling urgent social or environmental challenges can apply for up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale proven, impact-first solutions. Focused on early-stage, post-pilot ventures, the foundation offers three years of capital plus intensive capacity-building and community support for scalable models.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
State Farm Community Development Grants in Louisiana
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, educational institutions, government programs, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Louisiana can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants may support disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, food insecurity, financial literacy, job training, and other human and social services that strengthen local communities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Louisiana Cultural Programs Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programming, capital needs, or limited general support. Programs in Louisiana that engage youth, provide arts education, or develop artistic talent may be competitive for William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
La Roche Support for Human Services
Human and social service nonprofits in Louisiana can seek funding for humanitarian aid, youth services, children’s health, and related community programs. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities deliver sustainable development projects, science and education initiatives, community and environmental efforts, and contemporary arts and culture activities through local affiliate offices worldwide.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Human Services Grants
Louisiana human and social services nonprofits can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian programs for marginalized communities. Organizations working on healthcare access, child welfare, domestic violence, food insecurity, or disaster relief may be eligible, alongside similar efforts in the U.S. and internationally.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Louisiana Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing human or social services in Louisiana can seek funding for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs that benefit people in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help Louisiana organizations with sound management and broad, measurable impact on their target populations and the general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Louisiana working on human and social services like housing, hunger, workforce development, or community development may be eligible for sponsorship support. Bank of America Foundation supports basic needs, supportive housing, job readiness, arts and culture, environment, and diversity and inclusion through its regional U.S. sponsorships program.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Human Services Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit human and social service organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant may be eligible for Gupta Family Foundation grants, including those serving Louisiana. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation support poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, and related humanitarian programs worldwide, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Community Foundation Human Services Grants in Louisiana
Letter of inquiry due Aug 21, 2026
Louisiana human and social service nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status can seek up to US $500,000 for program, general operating, or capital support serving Caddo and/or Bossier Parishes. Focused on civic engagement, economic development, education, environment, health and science, human services, and organizational development, the Community Foundation of North Louisiana supports established organizations with annual revenue of $250,000 or more.
The Community Foundation of North Louisiana
Human Services Funding for Louisiana Nonprofits via Boo Grigsby Foundation
Applications due Sep 15, 2026
Louisiana 501(c)(3) organizations providing human services, education, health, arts, conservation, or community development programs can apply for the Boo Grigsby Foundation’s grants, awarding US $1,000 - US $5,000. Nonprofits outside Greater Baton Rouge typically need a direct connection to the foundation’s trustees and may benefit if they deliver human and social services in Louisiana communities.
The Boo Grigsby Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit human and social services organizations in Louisiana can seek funding to tell powerful stories about their community impact, with awards of more than US $50,000 for storytelling projects. The Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant supports 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits working in preservation, education, wellness, conservation, and related fields.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Baton Rouge Area Foundation Human Services Grants
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Nonprofit organizations serving South Louisiana with human services, education, healthcare, or religious programs can seek support for new, creative, and beneficial projects. With a mission to strengthen South Louisiana communities, Baton Rouge Area Foundation provides grants reviewed quarterly, requiring fiscal and narrative reports on how funded projects impact the communities they serve.
Baton Rouge Area Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Louisiana Services
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing human and social services in Louisiana and the broader Southern region can seek program support from the Robinson Foundation. Grants may assist efforts in poverty relief, children and families, disaster relief, medical assistance, veterans’ issues, and related needs, with emphasis on tangible, meaningful impact rather than capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Louisiana Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) human and social service organizations in Orleans Parish, Louisiana seeking community services funding may be eligible for grants or event sponsorships that support key service and fundraising goals. Insperity supports community-focused nonprofits where its employees live and work, including approved charities hosting fundraising events once per year.
Insperity
TJX Foundation Grants for Louisiana Human Services
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) human and social service organizations in Louisiana 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 vulnerable families and children through a rolling, invitation-only LOI and application process.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Human Services Funding for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Louisiana seeking support for human services or environmental programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help cover general operating or program/project costs, issued as unrestricted support, with no geographic restrictions and reasonable indirect costs allowed.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Foundation Support for Louisiana Human Services
Full proposal due Nov 15, 2026
Small 501(c)(3) nonprofits with under $250,000 in annual revenue can seek up to US $15,000 for programs, operations, or capital needs serving Caddo and Bossier Parishes in Louisiana. With a mission to improve quality of life, Community Foundation of North Louisiana funds human services alongside arts, education, health, environment, and related community programs.
The Community Foundation of North Louisiana
Human Services Funding for Nonprofits from Frost Foundation
Applications due Dec 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing human and social services in Louisiana can seek support for innovative programs and operating needs. Frost Foundation supports human service, environmental, and education initiatives that encourage self-reliance, creativity, and collaboration, prioritizing exemplary or pioneering efforts with potential for broader impact beyond a single community.
Frost Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Louisiana Human Services
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) human and social service organizations in Louisiana can seek funding for basic needs, community development, or volunteer-driven programs that fit Ameriprise’s focus areas. With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides U.S. nonprofits with support for hunger relief, shelter and housing, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality, prioritizing sites with active Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Louisiana Human Services Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Louisiana human and social service nonprofits seeking program support can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation, with typical awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000. 501(c)(3) organizations may also propose projects in education, health care, civic and cultural, environmental, and related community initiatives within the annual October–March grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Human Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit human and social services organizations in Louisiana addressing poverty, health, literacy, workforce readiness, or disaster relief can seek project, operating, or capital support through the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation. This U.S.-based 501(c)(3)-focused funder supports community-benefit programs in O'Reilly Auto Parts service areas that improve quality of life for underserved individuals and families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Louisiana human and social services nonprofits can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants for programs in safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations serving Louisiana communities on the Union Pacific service list may request US $5,000 - US $30,000 for direct services or capacity-building projects emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Union Pacific Foundation
Louisiana Human Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) human and social service organizations in Louisiana serving youth and families can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Funding supports youth development, housing and family services, food access and hunger, and community or environmental initiatives that improve local quality of life.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Louisiana Human Services Arts Funding via Louisiana Division of the Arts
Applications due Jun 12, 2027
Nonprofit organizations, schools, colleges, universities, and government agencies in Louisiana can apply for Louisiana Division of the Arts project grants of US $2,500 - US $7,500 to support community-focused arts initiatives. Grants from Louisiana Division of the Arts help Louisiana human and social service providers integrate arts projects that address local needs and expand public access to cultural experiences.
Louisiana Division of the Arts