Costco Foundation Grants for New Jersey Youth
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits running programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support that strengthens local community services. Focused on youth and family well-being, Costco Foundation invites organizations with evidence-based, collaborative programs and broad financial backing to apply; dance nonprofits may be eligible when their work advances these child-focused outcomes.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs may be eligible for funding, including those in New Jersey. Grants from Creag Foundation help smaller or evolving organizations test new approaches to societal issues; interested groups can submit a letter of inquiry to be considered.
Creag Foundation
New Jersey Youth Programs Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can seek up to US $15,000 in funding for direct-service programs, including those in New Jersey. The Dan Paul Foundation backs efforts such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, and enrichment opportunities that benefit children and young people worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Scalable Impact
With a mission to support early-stage social impact organizations, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides New Jersey nonprofits and impact-first startups with up to US $300,000 over three years for scalable solutions. Dance and arts organizations serving underserved communities may be eligible if they operate in DRK’s priority geographies and meet its growth and impact criteria.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
New Jersey Tech-Driven Community Funding via Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in New Jersey and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving predominantly economically underserved communities, especially those advancing workforce readiness, green jobs, and equitable educational access.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies in New Jersey can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects from State Farm Companies Foundation. Dance nonprofits may be eligible if their programs advance areas like community development, education, financial literacy, or neighborhood revitalization rather than solely artistic performance.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in New Jersey
Nonprofit cultural institutions in New Jersey offering arts or science programs for broad U.S. audiences can seek more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or limited general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM initiatives, especially for large, well-established 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Health and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Labcorp Charitable Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services, including those in New Jersey, can apply for Labcorp Charitable Foundation grants to support equitable care and education. Funding may assist food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM programs, and healthy lifestyle initiatives that could complement dance nonprofits’ community or education-focused work.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth Programs
New Jersey education and youth-serving organizations can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation to support or scale projects improving outcomes for children and youth in urban low-income communities. Eligible entities include nonprofits, schools, governments, and social enterprises in the U.S., with requests of more than US $50,000 for education initiatives that may include dance-focused programming.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Health and Human Services Grants from Semnani
Nonprofit organizations providing health, humanitarian aid, or human services can seek funding to support marginalized communities in New Jersey and worldwide. Semnani Family Foundation provides global nonprofits with support for healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, women and girls’ services, and related programs that prioritize society’s most vulnerable people.
Semnani Family Foundation
New Jersey Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in charitable, educational, scientific, or medical fields can access funding through Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for programs serving people in the U.S. Eligible organizations must be tax-exempt under federal law, and where applicable California law, and use grant funds domestically to benefit broad target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Arts
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits planning community, arts, cultural, or neighborhood-focused initiatives can seek sponsorship support through Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s regional U.S. program. Funding may benefit dance and ballet organizations advancing arts and culture, community development, diversity and inclusion, or basic needs like housing and hunger in low- and moderate-income communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Services
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for social and humanitarian programs. Eligible 501(c)(3)s and similar organizations in New Jersey and other listed countries may benefit, including dance nonprofits whose work addresses poverty, disability, or related social barriers.
Gupta Family Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for New Jersey Arts
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) arts and culture nonprofits, including dance organizations, can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation for programs that advance its mission of supporting life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 are available to smaller organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25%.
Hansen Family Foundation
Local Arts Funding from Somerset County Cultural
Applications due Sep 12, 2026
Nonprofit arts organizations and eligible public agencies in Somerset County can seek funding for general operations, special arts projects, or creative placemaking initiatives that benefit local residents in New Jersey. Focused on community arts access and development, the Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission invites applications that expand public participation in dance and other arts disciplines.
Somerset County Cultural & Heritage Commission
Storytelling and Impact Funding from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in New Jersey can seek more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work. The Storytelling Grant from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation supports creating media that highlights real-world impact, which may benefit dance and arts organizations whose programs fit these pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
New Jersey Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can access funding through Insperity’s corporate contributions program. Insperity provides New Jersey nonprofits with philanthropic grants and event sponsorships when they are clients, engage Insperity employees, or serve communities where employees live and work, which may benefit dance-focused organizations.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Environmental Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can apply for funding that may benefit dance-focused nonprofits in New Jersey with related programming. With a mission to support positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible support for charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities supporting education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, or environmental programs in New Jersey communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities may be eligible for this funding. Georgia-Pacific Foundation prioritizes projects within 30 miles of its manufacturing communities that enhance long-term well-being and sustainability, which can include dance and arts initiatives.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in New Jersey can apply for The TJX Foundation’s grants to support basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Dance nonprofits may be eligible if their programs serve vulnerable families or at-risk youth and meet TJX’s community mission and nondiscrimination requirements.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted program or operating support for environmental and human services work, including in New Jersey. Focused on broad community and environmental causes, the Lawrence Foundation offers US $5,000 - US $10,000 grants that may benefit dance nonprofits whose missions intersect with these priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey and across the U.S. can seek Ameriprise Financial funding for programs meeting basic needs or strengthening community vitality. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, economic and workforce development, financial literacy, and arts and cultural enrichment, which may benefit dance organizations offering arts education and access.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in New Jersey
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
New Jersey 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based organizations may request US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of support, which could include dance or ballet initiatives that fit these categories.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Services Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations providing community services like economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief in New Jersey may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. With a mission to improve quality of life for underserved people, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s in communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in New Jersey working on youth education, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Dance nonprofits serving underserved youth or families through these types of programs may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
National Partnership Awards for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable partnerships to address significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. Dance and ballet nonprofits in New Jersey may be eligible if they collaborate with public, private, or social sector partners to measurably improve their communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation