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Best Arkansas Grants for Nonprofits

Find nonprofit grants in Arkansas, including opportunities in Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith. Updated listings for 501(c)(3) organizations statewide.

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Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation Grant

Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation
Private
Israel, United States
Unspecified amount
The Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing Jewish life in the U.S. and Israel, addressing drug abuse, and combating hunger. Established in 1994, the foundation supports various charitable organizations, prioritizing the preservation of Jewish culture and child welfare. It funds programs in Israel, particularly in Be'er Sheva, and aims to strengthen communities in Chicago and beyond. The foundation emphasizes mental health, substance abuse prevention, and food security initiatives.
Jewish Culture Judaism

FWW: Research Award

Foundation for Womens Wellness Inc.
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The FWW Research Award supports innovative, short-term studies aimed at enhancing women's health, particularly in areas such as cardiovascular disease, female cancers, and hormonal impact on health. Eligible applicants include MDs and PhDs affiliated with accredited institutions. The program prioritizes research with direct clinical applications and seeks proposals that promise to attract additional funding for further study. Notably, sociological research is excluded from funding consideration.
Women's Health

Alkermes Medical Education Grants

Alkermes
Corporate
United States
Unspecified amount
Alkermes Medical Education Grants support educational initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care through continuing medical education. Proposals are invited for activities related to schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, narcolepsy, and idiopathic hypersomnia. Funding is available for various CME formats, focusing on practical training and understanding treatment complexities. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based organizations that are either non-profit or accredited CME providers. This initiative prioritizes innovative strategies to improve healthcare outcomes and knowledge dissemination.
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders Mental Health & Psychiatric Diseases Sleep

WKKF Grant

WK Kellogg Foundation
Private
Haiti, Mexico +1 more
Unspecified amount
The WKKF Grant, offered by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, is dedicated to fostering a future where every child and family thrives. With a focus on nurturing early education, accessible healthcare, and equitable food systems, this grant supports initiatives that empower communities across the U.S. and parts of Mexico and Haiti. Organizations meeting IRS regulations and being legal entities, particularly 501(c)(3) nonprofits, are encouraged to apply for funding to create lasting impacts in their communities.
Maternal And Perinatal Health Dental Health Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness +11 more

ICRG Seed Grant

International Center for Responsible Gaming
Private
United States
Up to US $40,000
The ICRG Seed Grant supports innovative research aimed at understanding and treating gambling disorders. With a focus on pilot studies, secondary data analysis, and developing new methodologies, it encourages both established and early-career researchers to apply for funding up to $40,000. The grant emphasizes the importance of addressing critical issues in gambling research while ensuring the inclusion of diverse participant groups. This initiative aims to enhance public education and promote responsible gaming practices.
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders

NCRG Large Grant

International Center for Responsible Gaming
Private
United States
Up to US $187,500
The NCRG Large Grant, provided by the International Center for Responsible Gaming, supports high-quality research on gambling disorders and responsible gambling. Eligible applicants can request up to $75,000 annually for a maximum of 24 months, totaling $187,500. The grant emphasizes scientific rigor through its advisory board, ensuring only the best proposals receive funding. This initiative aims to advance understanding and treatment of gambling-related issues through peer-reviewed research.
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders

Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) Grant Program

Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR)
Private
United States
Up to US $250,000
The Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) Grant Program, managed by the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR), provides urgent funding for research addressing unexpected threats to the food supply. This program supports diverse projects related to pest and pathogen outbreaks, facilitating quicker responses than traditional funding avenues. With grants up to $150,000, ROAR aims to enhance agricultural resilience by fostering collaborations among researchers, institutions, and organizations to combat emerging challenges in the food and agriculture sector.
Plant Pathology Agricultural Pest Management

Major Research Grants on Reducing Inequality

William T Grant Foundation Inc
Private
United States
US $100,000 - US $600,000
The Major Research Grants on Reducing Inequality, funded by the William T Grant Foundation, support research aimed at reducing inequality in youth outcomes for ages 5-25 in the U.S. Grants range from $100,000 to $600,000 over 2-3 years. Studies can explore various systems such as education, mental health, and justice, focusing on mechanisms for change, intervention effectiveness, and improved measurement of inequality.
Social Justice / Human Rights

Institutional Challenge Grant

William T Grant Foundation Inc
Private
United States
US $650,000
The Institutional Challenge Grant aims to foster collaborative research by requiring institutions to adapt their policies and enhance capacities for meaningful partnerships. It encourages applications from diverse leadership teams in youth-serving areas, focusing on addressing inequalities in youth outcomes. The grant outlines four key goals: strengthening partnerships, pursuing a joint research agenda, facilitating institutional change, and enhancing collaborative capacities for producing actionable research evidence.
Juvenile Justice Child Welfare Services Children’s Mental Health +4 more

John W. Newman Memorial Scholarship

Hamilton Community Foundation (Aurora, NE)
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The John W. Newman Memorial Scholarship is aimed at Hamilton County high school alumni who are in their second or third year of law school, pursuing a full-time juris doctorate at an accredited institution in the U.S. Selection is based on academic performance, ambition, societal contributions, and financial need, ensuring that deserving students receive support in their legal education.
Law

Alcon Foundation Grant (Requests greater than $10,000)

Alcon Foundation
Corporate
United States
More than US $10,000
The Alcon Foundation Grant aims to enhance eye care services and improve patient access, with a focus on educational and training programs. The foundation also supports cultural and community development initiatives that uplift the quality of life in areas where Alcon operates, including cities like Fort Worth, Houston, and Irvine. However, it does not fund non-501(c)(3) organizations, athletic leagues, or fundraising events, among other exclusions.
Eye Diseases & Disorders

Fred Jones Family Foundation Grant

Fred Jones Family Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Fred Jones Family Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) organizations in central Oklahoma, focusing on education, arts, and beautification projects. The foundation meets every 90 days to evaluate new donation requests. Eligible applicants must adhere to specific guidelines, including submitting a Board of Directors list with at least six members. The foundation prioritizes projects that enhance the quality of life and foster cultural growth in the region.
Education Art & Culture Greening & Beautification

Impact Fund Grants

The Impact Fund
Private
United States
US $10,000 - US $50,000
The Impact Fund provides recoverable grants to legal services nonprofits and small law firms working on social, environmental, and economic justice issues. With over $10 million awarded since 1992, the fund supports impactful litigation addressing systemic injustices. Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 and prioritize cases directly involving affected communities. Recipients must repay the grant amount with interest if they recover fees or costs, ensuring sustainability for future funding.
Social Justice / Human Rights Environmental Justice & Advocacy Economic Rights, Justice, & Mobility +1 more

Give 365 Memphis Grants

Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Private
Benton County, Mississippi, Benton County, Tennessee +30 more
Approximately US $5,000
The Give 365 Memphis Grants provide annual funding to support nonprofits in the greater Memphis area, focusing on a yearly theme. For 2025, the theme is 'Grow and Lead,' which aims to help children and youth develop essential life skills, emotional intelligence, and cultural heritage. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations can apply and must align their proposals with this theme. Members of Give 365 review applications and vote on grant awards based on presentations made by finalists.
All fields of work

Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants

Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Private
Alcorn County, Mississippi, Arkansas County, Arkansas +68 more
Approximately US $15,000
The Community Foundation of Greater Memphis offers Nonprofit Capacity Building Grants to enhance the organizational health of nonprofits in the Mid-South. These one-time financial grants, averaging $15,000 with a total of $210,000 available, are for projects that improve governance and management, rather than direct programming. Organizations must raise matching funds dollar-for-dollar to leverage additional resources. Eligibility requires a reviewed profile on LIVEGIVEmidsouth.org and meeting specific operational criteria.
All fields of work

Making a Difference in Real-World Bioethics Dilemmas Grant

The Greenwall Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Greenwall Foundation's Making a Difference in Real-World Bioethics Dilemmas Grant seeks proposals for innovative research addressing pressing bioethics issues in healthcare, policy, and practice. Projects should focus on topics such as trust in science, healthcare bias, public health crises, and healthcare access. The Foundation aims to support inclusive bioethics that incorporates diverse perspectives, promoting impactful solutions to real-world dilemmas while ensuring that bioethics remains central to decision-making in health-related fields.
Medical Ethics Health Policy & Advocacy Epidemiology & Public Health +1 more

HDR Foundation U.S. Community Grant

HDR Foundation
Corporate
United States
More than US $5,000
The HDR Foundation Grant Cycle supports community organizations aligned with HDR's values, focusing on education, healthy communities, and environmental stewardship. This employee-funded initiative emphasizes the importance of employee engagement in grant proposals, requiring a clear scope of work and completion within a year. Eligible applicants include U.S.-based nonprofits, educational institutions, and tribal governments, while grants are not provided for faith-based organizations or individual support.
Wellness & Healthy Living Preventative Healthcare Education - Preschool / Early Learning +8 more

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant supports charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations that are 501(c)(3) certified. This private funder emphasizes impactful service to diverse populations without discrimination. Grants must be utilized within the United States and cannot be awarded to individuals, political candidates, or lobbying efforts. The Trust is dedicated to enhancing the general welfare through soundly-managed initiatives that contribute significantly to community needs.
Health & Medicine Education Science +1 more

Global Perspectives in Teacher Preparation and Teacher Professional Development Grant

Longview Foundation
Private
United States
US $10,000 - US $22,000
The Longview Foundation's Internationalizing Teacher Preparation Grants aim to enhance teachers' global competencies through collaborative projects and online education. Established in 1966, the foundation prioritizes partnerships among institutions and the integration of global perspectives into teacher training. Successful proposals will demonstrate significant outreach, sustainable practices beyond the funding period, and collaboration with state education agencies. Grants range from $10,000 for single institutions to $30,000 for multi-institution initiatives, fostering a broader impact on K-12 education.
Teacher Development & Training

W. M. Keck Research Grant Program

W. M. Keck Foundation
Private
United States
US $1,000,000 - US $1,300,000
The W. M. Keck Foundation's Research Grant Program funds innovative medical research and engineering projects that challenge existing paradigms and explore new territories. Eligible applicants include research universities and independent institutes. Grants support groundbreaking technologies and methodologies, with emphasis on high-risk projects that could lead to transformative impacts. However, funding excludes general operating expenses and grants to individuals. The Foundation awards grants biannually, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary approaches.
Health & Medicine Engineering Science

Bauer Trust Fund Grant

Anthony F. Bauer Trust Fund
Private
United States
US $3,000 - US $5,000
The Bauer Trust Fund Grant supports charitable organizations benefiting blind or handicapped persons. Established by Anthony F. Bauer, it aims to provide lasting support for those in need. To be eligible, organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt and primarily operate in Connecticut. The fund does not support general operating costs, endowments, individuals, or political activities. This initiative reflects Mr. Bauer's legacy of generosity and commitment to aiding vulnerable communities.
Disability Care & Services Vision Impairment Care & Services

Brookreson Trust Grant

Marie H. Brookreson Trust
Private
United States
US $5,000 - US $10,000
The Brookreson Trust Grant aims to support financing homes for the blind and organizations that assist them. This grant is targeted towards 501(c)(3) exempt organizations across all states. The program focuses on key areas such as education, health, and human services, ensuring that vital resources are directed towards enhancing the quality of life for the visually impaired community. Grants are specifically intended for initiatives that facilitate housing and support services.
Vision Impairment Care & Services

Ella B. Cleveland Trust Grant

Ella B. Cleveland Trust
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Ella B. Cleveland Trust Grant supports charitable medical research organizations focusing on leukemia, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy. Established in memory of Ella B. Cleveland, the trust prioritizes 501(c)(3) entities and has no geographic limitations, though it often funds organizations in Georgia. Applications are accepted year-round, with an average grant size of $5,000, and total annual giving ranging from $10,000 to $15,000.
Leukemia Muscular Dystrophy Cerebral Palsy

Gilbert Memorial Fund Grant

J. Roland Gilbert, Mary R. Gilbert and Elizabeth A. Gilbert Memorial Fund
Private
United States
US $10,000 - US $40,000
The Gilbert Memorial Fund Grant supports organizations conducting innovative medical research. Established in memory of the Gilbert family, this fund aims to promote advancements in various areas of medicine. Applications are accepted year-round, with a review meeting held annually on March 1. Grants typically range from $10,000 to $40,000, and eligible organizations must be recognized as 501(c)(3) entities. This initiative reflects a commitment to enhancing healthcare through research and development.
Health & Medicine

Marsh Foundation Grant

The Edward N. and Margaret G. Marsh Foundation
Private
United States
US $52,000 - US $150,000
The Marsh Foundation Grant provides funding for charitable, scientific, literary, and educational purposes, focusing primarily on medical research in El Paso, Texas. Established under the will of Edward N. Marsh, the foundation offers grants ranging from $52,000 to $150,000, with an average total giving of $200,000 annually. Organizations must qualify as 501(c)(3) entities to be eligible, although there are no geographic limitations. Applications are accepted year-round, with a deadline of June 30 for review.
Education Health & Medicine Human & Social Services

Community Organizing Grants Program

Peace Development Fund
Private
American Samoa, Guam +6 more
Approximately US $5,000
The Community Organizing Grants Program by the Peace Development Fund empowers local organizations to drive social justice initiatives. It supports groups that foster grassroots leadership and systemic change while dismantling oppression. Grants are primarily for general support, focusing on projects that align with their mission. Eligible organizations include those in the U.S., Haiti, and Mexico, while excluding completed projects or lobbying activities. This initiative encourages sustainable, community-based solutions and diverse alliances for a just society.
Social Justice / Human Rights

Marcy Shulman Memorial Organization Grant Program

Colburn-Keenan Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000
The Marcy Shulman Memorial Organization Grant Program, established by the Colburn-Keenan Foundation, supports organizations improving the lives of individuals with chronic illnesses, particularly within the bleeding disorders community. Proposals should enhance health and quality of life, with examples including educational programs and facility upgrades. Only 501(c)3 organizations are eligible, and they may receive one grant per cycle. Applications must be submitted at least two months prior to the project start date.
Hematological Systems Chronic Illnesses

Arkansas Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

Arkansas grants for nonprofits provide funding to support rural development, education, healthcare, and cultural preservation. The following grants help nonprofits address pressing local needs, strengthen community programs, and improve the quality of life across Arkansas.


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Explore 113 funding opportunities for nonprofits in Arkansas, with $7.1M in resources. Instrumentl supports organizations with tailored funding searches, deadline management, and funder insights to advance community initiatives in Arkansas.

Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

Grant Insights : Arkansas Grants for Nonprofits

Grant Availability

How common are grants in this category?

Uncommon — grants in this category are less prevalent than in others.

100+ Arkansas grants for nonprofits grants for nonprofits in the United States, from private foundations to corporations seeking to fund grants for nonprofits.

31 Arkansas grants for nonprofits over $25K in average grant size

20 Arkansas grants for nonprofits over $50K in average grant size

22 Arkansas grants for nonprofits supporting general operating expenses

98 Arkansas grants for nonprofits supporting programs / projects

2,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Art & Culture

3,000+ Grants on Instrumentl focused on Education

Grant Deadline Distribution

Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for Arkansas grants for Nonprofits?

Most grants are due in the first quarter.

Q1
34.3%
Q2
21.5%
Q3
21.4%
Q4
22.8%

Typical Funding Amounts

What's the typical grant amount funded for Arkansas Grants for Nonprofits?

Grants are most commonly $10,000.

$500 $500 Min.
$10,000 $10 K Median
$95,535 $95.5 K Average
$1,250,000 $1.3 M Max.

Frequently asked questions

There are a variety of funding sources available for nonprofit grants in Arkansas. There are currently 31 individual grants with average awards over $25k. The median grant amount in the state is $10,000. As for specific grant focus areas, over 2,000+ available grants in Arkansas target art & culture, and more than 3,000+ grants focus on education. There are also 98 open grants that target specific programs or projects and 22 grants that aim to support general operating expenses.

Grants in Arkansas are funded by a variety of sources, including private foundations, the federal government, state/local government agencies, corporate funders, and associations. Here’s an overview of funders providing the largest number of grants:

  • Private Foundations: 60 grants in Arkansas are funded by private foundations targeting a large range of categories from anthropology and cultural studies to human and social services to social justice/human rights. Private foundations make up the largest category of funders.
  • Federal Government: 13 federal grants are available within Arkansas. These grants often focus on rural development, agriculture, and health and medicine.
  • State & Local Government: Currently, 24 grants are available from state/local government agencies in Arkansas. Focus areas across these grants typically include farms and farming, art and culture and art education, and land/habitat conservation.
  • Corporate Funders: 12 corporate grants are available in Arkansas. These grants focus on things like dental health, education, and children's mental health.

Given the current uncertainty about government funding for grants, nonprofits should stay up-to-date on funding availability and consider focusing efforts on private foundations and corporations.

Based on currently available data, the best time to apply for grants in Arkansas is in Q1, which holds the highest percentage of grant deadlines at 34.3%. Q4, Q2, and Q3 all have less grant activity but are similar to each other in rates, ranging from 22.8% to 21.4%. With a spike of deadlines in Q1 compared to the rest of the year, nonprofits applying for grants in Arkansas should focus efforts during this time.

The nonprofit funding landscape for grants in Arkansas has shown a change in activity over the last few years. Based on IRS funding reports, grant funding decreased by 8.47% from ~$1.39 billion in 2021 to ~$1.28 billion in 2022. The largest focus areas for funding during this time included single-organization support, alliance/advocacy organizations, and professional societies and associations. The top three counties in Arkansas that received the most funding were Washington County, Benton County, and Pulaski County.

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