EQT Foundation Capacity Building Grants

The EQT Foundation, established by EQT Corporation, operates as the philanthropic arm of one of the leading natural gas producers in the United States. Since its inception, the Foundation has distributed nearly $80 million in grants to nonprofit organizations across the geographic footprint where EQT operates. The Foundation places emphasis on community engagement and responsible corporate citizenship and embraces a trust-based philanthropy model that aligns corporate success with community stability. The EQT Foundation prioritizes funding initiatives that enrich communities, support continuous learning, promote workforce readiness, and preserve natural resources. The EQT Foundation offers grant funding in several key focus areas. These include community enrichment, education and workforce development, environmental preservation, and nonprofit capacity support. For community enrichment, the Foundation supports efforts that create diverse, safe, and sustainable environments capable of fostering residential and economic growth. Educational grants focus on advancing STEM education and supporting career readiness programs for youth. Environmental initiatives supported by the Foundation seek to conserve natural resources and promote environmental education. Capacity grants, introduced in June 2024, provide up to $25,000 to help nonprofits improve their operational, financial, and organizational capabilities. Grant funding is available only to nonprofits that demonstrate a measurable and meaningful impact in communities that align geographically with EQT Corporation’s operations. Proposals must show creative and evidence-based approaches to solving critical community issues. Additionally, applicants should demonstrate sound resource management and be capable of generating public recognition and support. The Foundation does not provide immediate decisions or grant evaluations via phone or email, emphasizing a structured and consistent application review process. All grant applications must be submitted through the EQT Foundation’s online portal. The Board of Directors meets quarterly to review applications, and submission deadlines are set for February 1, May 1, August 1, and November 1 of each year. Capacity grant applications specifically are open annually from May 1 through August 1. Grant decisions may be postponed at the discretion of EQT Foundation staff, and additional information may be requested from applicants during the review process. The grant program does not operate on a rolling basis, but it does recur quarterly. If an organization misses one deadline, it may still apply in a subsequent cycle. The next expected application cycle after the August 1, 2025, deadline will begin in November 2025. Eligibility is limited to nonprofits working within EQT’s operational geographies; no other types of organizations are eligible for these grants. For questions or additional information, applicants may contact Ellen Rossi, President of the EQT Foundation, via email at erossi@eqt.com. All interested applicants are encouraged to carefully review the funding priorities and eligibility requirements before applying to ensure alignment with the Foundation’s mission and strategic goals.