Private Social Advocacy Grants

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Colorado that help families and communities, particularly in rural areas, by promoting self-sufficiency and aiding the economically disadvantaged, youth, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and government entities focused on improving safety and wellness through various community services, including mental health, disaster relief, and healthcare accessibility.

This grant provides funding to organizations in Utah that focus on education, environmental conservation, social services, basic science, and healthcare for underserved populations, especially projects that intersect these areas.

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations in Hall County to address various community needs, including arts, health, education, and support for vulnerable populations.

This funding opportunity supports organizations in Memphis, Tennessee, that promote health improvement, education, and access for the uninsured, while fostering good citizenship through projects in the arts, civic engagement, education, social services, and youth initiatives.

The Thomas W. Briggs Foundation, established in 1986 in Salt Lake City by Roy W. and Elizabeth E. Simmons, is committed to fostering virtues of good citizenship in Memphis, Tennessee. The Foundation prioritizes funding for organizations and projects that align with its focus areas: Arts, Civic, Education, Social Services, and Youth. These projects should promote health improvement, community health access and/or health education, encourage healthy behaviors, support prevention initiatives, and provide direct health services to the uninsured within the Foundation's 103-county service area, excluding Johnson and Wyandotte counties. Grant renewed every year. Annual semiyearly deadline: August 1st and February 1st

The Sarah Ralston Foundation's Innovative Project Support grants target organizations that develop novel solutions for the aging population in Philadelphia, focusing on serving older adults residing in Philadelphia County. Grants range from $25,000 to $125,000 annually, with potential multiyear support up to 3 years. The foundation encourages projects that offer new approaches to care, support, and socialization for older adults, including co-funding opportunities with other funders. Grant renewed every year. Annual deadline: September 1st

The Wellness Fund Grant aims to support non-profit organizations in southern New Mexico focused on improving maternal/child health and wellness outcomes. Eligible organizations located in Doña Ana, Hidalgo, Grant, Lincoln, Luna, Otero, and Sierra counties can apply for funding. The grant supports projects in education, direct services, prevention/wellness, programmatic support, and addressing social determinants of health. Grants typically range from $3,000 to $10,000 annually, with multi-year grants for 2024 ranging from $20,000 to $30,000.

This grant supports local LGBTQIA+ groups in selected counties of New Mexico. It aims to fund ongoing programs that offer social support across all ages within the queer community. The grant encourages initiatives in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, focusing on human rights, public health, sex education, and various cultural expressions. Projects that address significant needs within the queer community are prioritized.

WKCF Community Grants, merging Operating and Core grant applications since January 2024, support organizational needs across operating, programmatic, or both areas. Available thrice yearly with deadlines in March, July, and November, these grants cater to 501(c)(3) organizations or equivalent in specific Kansas counties. Exclusions apply, including grants to individuals and for capital campaigns. Awards typically do not exceed $10,000, focusing on projects that align with WKCF's mission and address broad community needs. Applications must be submitted online by the specified deadlines. Grant renewed every year. Annual deadline: March 1st, July 1st, November 1st.

This program provides funding to nonprofits and government entities in Cimarron and Texas Counties, Oklahoma, for innovative projects that improve community quality of life and promote economic development.

The Community Investment Program (CIP), initiated by Grid United at the Cherokee Strip Community Foundation in 2023, aims to empower communities in Cimarron and Texas Counties, Oklahoma. This initiative supports projects that significantly enhance community and economic development, addressing issues through innovative and creative approaches. With a focus on benefiting areas around the Three Corners Connector, the program invites 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities to apply. Grants can go up to $50,000, supporting projects that have a broad impact on quality of life, encourage community involvement, leverage additional support, and respond to emerging needs. Grant renewed every year. Annual Spring deadline: November 16th to May 15th.

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Oregon's Lane, Benton, and Deschutes counties that are working on impactful projects in the arts, education, health, and community development.

This funding opportunity supports grassroots organizations and innovative projects with modest budgets, enabling them to develop scalable initiatives that can create a broader impact.

This funding opportunity supports non-profit organizations and government agencies in the Greater New Orleans area that focus on education, civic affairs, and social services.

The Roundhouse Foundation's Open Call Grants aim to support organizations that contribute to the thriving of rural Oregon communities, including Tribal communities. These grants prioritize proposals that span 12-18 months, with funding amounts not exceeding $50,000; however, the median award is approximately $20,000. Preferred projects are innovative, collaborative, and align with the foundation's focus areas: Arts & Culture, Environmental Stewardship, Social Services, and Education. Proposals should demonstrate a commitment to rural Oregon, support sustainable practices, and foster economic resilience. Capital requests for facility development are not funded, but program-aligned infrastructure enhancements are considered. Grant renewed every year. 2 cycles per year

This funding opportunity provides financial support to non-profit organizations in Anderson, Oconee, and Pickens Counties, South Carolina, for projects that enhance community engagement and sustainability.

The foundation promotes the public welfare with private resources in accordance with the goals and purposes established by Tom and Frances Leach. They support effective organizations that are creating significant, lasting, and transformational change either through smart and innovative responses to today's needs or through systematic solutions that address the root causes of economic and societal challenges. A significant portion of our grantmaking is geographically focused in the Bismarck-Mandan area and Western North Dakota.

This grant provides funding to non-profit organizations and government agencies focused on education, civic affairs, and social services in the Greater New Orleans area, with some consideration for organizations outside the region if a trustee is familiar with them.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations that assist individuals facing life challenges, particularly those who are blind or visually impaired, with requests up to $5,000.