Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs, including those in Louisiana, can seek support for new or unaddressed social issues. Creag Foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations across diverse fields; transportation and transit-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their work advances creative human and social services solutions.
Creag Foundation
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
CSX Foundation Transportation Support Grants in Louisiana
Louisiana nonprofits, schools, and government agencies can receive in-kind intermodal transportation services and donated railroad equipment to support community, military, and first responder initiatives. Grants from CSX Foundation help eligible organizations within its service network reduce freight costs or obtain rail-related materials for programs that benefit local communities.
Csx Foundation Inc
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 those in Louisiana. Grants up to US $15,000 may support child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, refugee enrichment, and related youth-focused initiatives that match the foundation’s mission.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Louisiana Innovation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle education, economic empowerment, crisis response, or climate resilience can seek Global Impact Cash Grants supporting innovative programs in Louisiana and worldwide, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities, including those improving access to jobs, education, or essential services.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Louisiana Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. Louisiana arts institutions, museums, and performing arts organizations serving large audiences may be competitive, especially those emphasizing youth engagement and measurable impact.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Louisiana Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in Louisiana working on education or children’s health can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Grants over More than US $50,000 focus on urban low-income children and youth, emphasizing measurable impact and family economic stability.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Affordable Housing Funding for Nonprofits from LHC
With a mission to expand affordable housing, Louisiana Housing Corporation provides Louisiana nonprofit housing developers with open-cycle funding to create small permanent multifamily rental projects. Experienced CHDOs, CDCs, and similar organizations may develop up to four-unit properties, including new construction or acquisition with rehabilitation, that meet HOME rent limits and can incorporate project-based vouchers near transportation and healthcare.
Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC)
Professional Development Funding from South Arts
Louisiana arts nonprofits and public or tribal arts agencies seeking professional development for staff or board members can use this grant to build organizational capacity and sustainability. With a mission to advance Southern vitality through the arts, South Arts provides up to US $1,000 for travel, registration, consultants, and related training costs, requiring a dollar-for-dollar cash match.
South Arts, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Louisiana
Louisiana public transportation and community organizations can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian services for marginalized populations. Programs improving healthcare access, disaster relief, child and women’s health, literacy, or social services may be eligible, including efforts that intersect with transit or serve vulnerable riders and communities.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Louisiana Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Louisiana seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs may be eligible for this funding, which must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help organizations with broad service scope and strong management, including those working on transportation-related initiatives within their communities.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Louisiana seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, or related initiatives can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation’s U.S. sponsorships may benefit transportation or transit-related projects that help preserve neighborhoods, strengthen communities, or support local cultural and environmental goals.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or other human and social services can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Louisiana transportation-focused nonprofits if their programs serve disadvantaged populations within the foundation’s current priority countries.
Gupta Family Foundation
South Arts Accessibility Grants in Louisiana
Applications due Sep 4, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) arts organizations and eligible public or tribal entities in Louisiana can receive US $500 - US $2,500 to make arts programs more accessible for people with disabilities. South Arts supports costs like transportation for disabled constituents or performers, accessibility training, sign language interpretation, audio description, and other accommodations that can improve transportation-related access to arts experiences.
South Arts, Inc.
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian aid, or arts and culture can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, this funder considers organizations worldwide, including Louisiana groups with related transportation or access initiatives.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can receive more than US $50,000 to create storytelling projects that highlight their impact in preservation, education, or wellness, including work in Louisiana. J.W. Couch Foundation supports efforts such as environmental conservation, public education, and community wellness that may intersect with transportation and access needs.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Louisiana Services
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Louisiana 501(c)(3) organizations active for over three years that serve communities in the Southern region can seek single-year funding for programs such as poverty relief, education, medical assistance, disaster relief, or family and youth services. Robinson Foundation supports impactful, fiscally responsible projects where results are tangible and directly benefit people in need.
Robinson Foundation
Insperity Grants for Louisiana Community Services
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services in Louisiana, particularly in Orleans Parish, can seek philanthropic grants or event sponsorships to support key service and fundraising goals. Insperity supports charities that are clients, engage its employees, or benefit communities where its employees live and work; organizations may apply once per year.
Insperity
Louisiana 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 Louisiana can access funding via the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This broad, charitable support may benefit organizations whose transportation or transit initiatives advance community well-being, environmental protection, or related social impact goals.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Louisiana Youth Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Louisiana located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports community initiatives that help vulnerable families and children build better futures, which may include transportation-related services within these focus areas.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Transportation-Related Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Louisiana working on community, education, cultural, environmental, health, or other local programs, including transportation-related services, can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to strengthen their work. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations where relatively small grants can make a significant difference.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Louisiana Communities
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Louisiana nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, and volunteer-driven causes with competitive funding opportunities. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations working on hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, workforce readiness, financial literacy, arts access, or community and economic development in the U.S. may be considered, with priority where Ameriprise volunteers are actively engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Louisiana Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Louisiana 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, primarily to U.S. applicants, for one year of funding rather than general operating support.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Louisiana STEM Education Funding via Brown Foundation
Applications due Mar 15, 2027
K-12 schools, colleges, and nonprofits in Louisiana can seek funding for curriculum implementation and STEM instruction support, including transportation costs that directly enhance STEM education. With a mission to strengthen STEM learning, Joe W & Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation provides grants up to Up to US $30,000 for professional development, materials, equipment, and ongoing K-12 STEM programs.
Joe W & Dorothy Dorsett Brown Foundation
Professional Development Funding for Southern Arts Organizations from South Arts
Applications due Apr 22, 2027
Nonprofit and governmental arts presenting organizations in Louisiana and other Southern states can receive up to US $1,000 to support staff and guest artist travel and training. South Arts funds professional development and artistic planning for film, visual, performing, literary, traditional, and multidisciplinary arts presenters, which may benefit groups enhancing transportation-related access to arts programming.
South Arts, Inc.
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Transportation Safety
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Louisiana transportation and community nonprofits can access funding through Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants to support safety, workforce development, community vitality, and environmental sustainability projects. Eligible 501(c)(3) public charities in Union Pacific–served communities may receive US $5,000 - US $30,000 for direct services or capacity-building efforts that advance these priorities.
Union Pacific Foundation
Louisiana Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Louisiana serving youth, families, or communities can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 for education, housing, hunger relief, and environmental stewardship programs. Organizations improving access or support for community transportation users may be eligible within these focus areas.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Louisiana Rural Development Funding via USDA
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Rural public entities in Louisiana seeking support for small business development and related infrastructure can apply for USDA Rural Development’s Rural Business Development Grants. With a mission to strengthen rural economies, USDA: Rural Development provides funding for technical assistance, transportation improvements, community and technology-based economic development, revolving loan funds, and other projects benefiting small rural businesses.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)