Community Investment Grant

Cox Charities Community Investment Grants are offered by Cox Communications, a private company providing internet, TV, phone, and smart home security services throughout various regions of Arkansas. The grant initiative reflects the organization’s broader philanthropic mission to support community well-being and foster long-term local impact. These grants are specifically designed to invest in nonprofit organizations delivering impactful programs in the communities Cox serves. The primary objective of the Community Investment Grant is to support specific programs that address community needs. Eligible nonprofits may apply for up to $5,000 to fund one particular initiative. However, funding requests must be focused strictly on programmatic activities—applications to support events, administrative overhead, capital campaigns, or pass-through regranting purposes will not be considered. The grant program prioritizes proposals that demonstrate sustainable financial health, outcome-based evaluation practices, and evidence of leveraging other funding sources. To ensure meaningful allocation of resources, several strict eligibility rules apply. Applicants must be IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) organizations and must operate within the designated Cox service areas in Arkansas, which include over 50 municipalities such as Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Rogers, and Springdale. Only one application may be submitted per market; organizations submitting multiple requests within the same geographic market will be disqualified. Furthermore, organizations are expected to meet unmet community needs without duplicating existing services and must exhibit sound governance and fiscal practices. Applications that rely exclusively on Cox Charities as their sole source of support are not eligible. Instead, successful applicants will show a mix of funding streams. Athletic organizations, endowments, and political or religious programs are specifically excluded from funding. Requests for fundraising, marketing, or administrative salaries not tied directly to service provision will also be denied. Cox Charities aims to fund long-term programming that delivers measurable, sustainable outcomes. The grant application process is conducted online, and no pre-application or letter of intent is required. There is no indication of a rolling or recurring schedule, and applicants should monitor the Cox Charities site for deadline announcements. No application forms or specific component lists are provided in the source, and the grant cycle timeline and award notification schedule are not disclosed. There are no available contacts or downloadable PDFs accompanying the public call. Applicants must design proposals that demonstrate community value and fiscal responsibility while adhering to the specific exclusion criteria. Given the emphasis on leveraging other resources and showing proven results, successful proposals will likely reflect an established track record and strong financial footing.