Children and Education Funding from Costco Foundation
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program needs in communities where Costco operates. Eligible organizations with literacy or related youth and family services may be considered, with decisions based on documented community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Vermont Literacy Innovation Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative literacy or human services programs in Vermont can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Creag Foundation considers invited proposals from smaller or evolving organizations that are addressing existing or previously unaddressed social issues in creative ways, starting with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Youth Welfare Grants in Vermont
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can seek funding for programs such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty, or refugee enrichment, including in Vermont. With a mission to enrich children’s lives, Dan Paul Foundation provides up to US $15,000 for projects that directly benefit young people worldwide.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Vermont Literacy Funding via Draper Richards Kaplan
Literacy and education organizations in Vermont working with underserved communities can seek up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale proven, early-stage programs. Focused on bold, scalable social impact, it supports independent nonprofits and impact-first ventures that integrate with existing systems and can rapidly expand their reach.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Education
Vermont literacy and education-focused nonprofits and NGOs using technology to serve mostly economically underserved communities can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation for innovative programs in crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience. Grants up to US $100,000 support scalable, tech-enabled solutions rather than general operations, with applications accepted year-round via an LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Vermont Education
Educational institutions, government programs, and eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Vermont can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that build stronger communities. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support K–12 academic performance, STEM, higher education, and college and career pathways, which may benefit literacy-focused programming within broader education efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Vermont Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in the U.S. offering arts, science, or arts education programs, including those serving Vermont, can apply for more than US $100,000 to support program, capital, or limited general support. Grants from William Randolph Hearst Foundation help organizations with strong impact and large constituencies, and may benefit groups integrating literacy into arts or STEAM education.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Support for Social Services
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in the U.S. with audited expenses over $2 million that provide direct social services, economic opportunity, or family-strengthening programs may be eligible for more than US $100,000 in support, including Vermont groups. William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds program, capital, and general support for scalable, proven poverty-focused initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Education Grants in Vermont
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in education, health, or community services can apply for support for programs such as STEM education, literacy-related education, and community welfare. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides funding for U.S.-based organizations that advance health and welfare, education, and community initiatives, including services for underserved populations.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Vermont Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and other eligible organizations working on education initiatives in Vermont can apply for more than US $50,000 to support or scale projects from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. Grants primarily benefit urban low-income children and youth, and Vermont literacy programs that fit these priorities may be competitive.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Vermont Humanities Grants for Vermont Humanities Projects
With a mission to foster reading and learning, Vermont Humanities provides Vermont literacy and humanities nonprofits with rapid-response funding for small, humanities-focused community projects. Eligible organizations can request up to US $1,000 for short-term or pop-up programs that offer humanities experiences, including literacy activities, that can be completed within three months.
Vermont Humanities
Vermont Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in literacy, education, science, or health can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs. Eligible organizations must use awarded funds within the U.S. and demonstrate strong management, broad service reach, and meaningful impact on their target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, or cultural programming can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation considers U.S. proposals preserving neighborhoods, addressing hunger and emergency shelter, supporting arts and culture, the environment, and diversity and inclusion, which may include literacy-related initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Vermont Community Foundation Literacy Grants in Vermont
Vermont school, municipal, and public nonprofit libraries can receive $250 - $1,000 to run youth literacy projects and enhance young adult reading spaces in Vermont. Focused on literacy, Vermont Community Foundation invites libraries to propose book and e-book acquisitions with usage plans, enrichment programs, author visits, workshops, or small capital improvements for children’s and teen sections.
Vermont Community Foundation
Vermont Social Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those offering literacy or related social services in Vermont, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000. With a mission to support focused interventions worldwide, Gupta Family Foundation prioritizes smaller, non-sectarian organizations where at least 90% of funds reach beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Education and Arts Grants for 501(c)(3)s via Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for education, social justice, health, arts, or ethical journalism programs can apply for funding, including general operating support. Cowles Charitable Trust awards up to US $10,000, primarily favoring organizations in Downstate New York and South Florida, but occasionally supporting mission-aligned national efforts such as literacy initiatives.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Education and Youth Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on education, youth services, or related literacy efforts in Vermont can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. Hansen Family Foundation supports smaller organizations worldwide (under $1 million budget, overhead below 25%) advancing children’s welfare, educational access, humanitarian aid, and aligned community programs.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Support for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations seeking to share the impact of their preservation, education, or wellness work can access funding through the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant. This national opportunity may benefit literacy and education programs looking to tell compelling stories about their community impact, with awards of more than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Vermont can use this grant to support their programs. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding, and Vermont literacy nonprofits whose work intersects with these areas may be eligible to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community and Environmental Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Vermont working on environmental or human services programs can seek general operating or project support through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Literacy-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their work fits these funding priorities and program areas.
Lawrence Foundation
Vermont Community Program Funding via Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Vermont seeking US $1,000 - US $20,000 for community-based programs can apply for support from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. The funder supports museums, cultural and performing arts, education and skills training, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife protection, health facilities, and other local initiatives, which may include literacy-related efforts.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs and Community Grants from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants to support hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and neighborhood development. Vermont organizations working on literacy alongside financial education, workforce readiness, or life skills training may be eligible if they meet the focus and volunteer engagement priorities.
Ameriprise Financial
Literacy and Workforce Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Vermont 501(c)(3) nonprofits focused on literacy, workforce readiness, or related community services can access funding for project, general operating, or capital support; awards back programs improving life for underserved people. Organizations in communities with an O’Reilly Auto Parts presence may be eligible for support from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Youth and Community Funding from Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations supporting youth education, family services, housing, food security, or environmental stewardship in Vermont and beyond can apply for the True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Chick Fil A Foundation provides funding to 501(c)(3) organizations and equivalent charities whose programs may incorporate literacy within broader youth and community initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Vermont Children's Trust Foundation Support for Early Childhood Programs
Applications due Jun 4, 2027
Vermont early childhood and literacy-focused nonprofits, including home-based child care programs, can access funding through Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation for innovative services supporting children from birth to age five and their families. The Turrell Fund’s S. Whitney Landon Awards offer up to US $5,000 in unrestricted funding for exemplary, collaborative programs seen as community leaders in child and family well-being.
Vermont Children's Trust Foundation
Mutual of America Support for Community Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Vermont and across the U.S. that lead strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for this national recognition award supporting collaborative social impact work. Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award honors up to six partnerships each year that measurably improve lives and model effective cross-sector collaboration.
Mutual Of America Foundation