Upcoming Webinar
Instrumentl Fall Launch: Grant Work, Leveled Up.
Thu, Oct 29 or Wed, Nov 4 @ 2PM ET

Skip to main content
Main content

Best Carlisle County Grants for Nonprofits in Kentucky

Looking for grants for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations working in Carlisle County? Find the perfect grant for your nonprofit on Instrumentl.

9,000+

Available grants

$3.23B

Total funding

$5K

Median grant

9,000+ grants
$3.23B total
$5K median

Skip the search. Get matched with grants that fit your non-profit.

Skip the search.

Get matched with grants that actually fit.

Smart recommendations based on your profile — in minutes.

Find me grants

Filters

9,070 Results based on applied filters

Catholic Extension Support for Carlisle Leadership

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses in Carlisle County, Kentucky can receive funding to recruit, educate, and provide ongoing formation for ordained, religious, and lay church leaders. Catholic Extension provides support for seminarians, deacons, lay ministers, and other pastoral leaders in approved mission dioceses, including subsidies, professional development, and leadership training opportunities.
Catholicism

Building Foundation Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Foundation Grants by Catholic Extension aim to support essential pastoral and administrative functions in under-resourced communities. These grants provide salary subsidies and operational funding to ordained, religious, and lay ministers, ensuring access to Catholic services. Prioritizing areas with significant financial need, this initiative seeks to sustain the church's presence where it is most critical, enabling continued ministry and outreach for those who may otherwise be underserved.
Catholicism

Grants to Help Build & Finance Churches: Major & Minor Funding Requests

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Up to US $100,000
Catholic Extension provides essential funding to support the construction, expansion, or renovation of churches and community facilities. This initiative aims to meet the facility needs of under-resourced Catholic dioceses across the U.S. By focusing on active projects, Catholic Extension ensures that communities can enhance their worship spaces and support local ministries, ultimately fostering a stronger church community. Funding is available for both minor and major requests, with an emphasis on urgent needs and robust funding strategies.
Catholicism

Community Development Funding from LG&E and KU Foundation

Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations in Carlisle County, Kentucky can apply for LG&E and KU Foundation’s community grants to support economic development, education (including K–12, higher education, and STEM), environmental initiatives, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Eligible groups may receive one award per year to improve quality of life in local communities.
Education - K through 12 Education - Higher Education Diversity, Equity & Inclusion +3 more

Catholic Youth Ministry Funding from Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses and parishes serving children, teens, young adults, and families with faith formation programs in Carlisle County, Kentucky may be eligible for youth and young adult ministry support. Catholic Extension supports Extension dioceses with operational funding, salary subsidies, or seed money for campus ministry, parish youth ministry, religious education, and young adult programs.
Catholicism

PGA Tour Grants for Carlisle County Education

PGA Tour Inc
Private
Adair County, Oklahoma, Alexander County, Illinois +120 more
US $1,000 - US $25,000
Nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions expanding educational opportunities or access to learning resources in Carlisle County, Kentucky can apply for US $1,000 - US $25,000 to support programs serving the Mid-South. PGA Tour supports education and educational access through the Positively Memphis Community Fund’s quarterly grant cycles.
Education Educational Access & Equity

PGA Tour Grants for Carlisle County Community Development

PGA Tour Inc
Private
Adair County, Oklahoma, Alexander County, Illinois +120 more
US $1,000 - US $25,000
PGA Tour provides Carlisle County, Kentucky nonprofits, government entities, and educational institutions with community development and revitalization funding. Eligible 501(c)(3)s and public agencies serving the Mid-South can apply for US $1,000 - US $25,000 to support projects that foster community growth and empowerment through quarterly, focus-area-based grant cycles.
Community Development & Revitalization

Kentucky Department for Local Government Community Grants in Carlisle County

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $850,000
Carlisle County local governments planning community development facilities like senior centers, crisis centers, or fire stations can access funding through the Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Community Development Block Grant Community Projects program. Eligible cities and counties may receive up to US $850,000 for projects serving low- and moderate-income residents and addressing urgent community needs.
Basic Human Needs Senior Services Crisis Intervention +4 more

Kentucky Department for Local Government Economic Development Grants in Carlisle County

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Local governments in Carlisle County, Kentucky can seek funding to support economic development projects that create or retain jobs and benefit low- and moderate-income residents. Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Community Development Block Grant program offers up to US $1,000,000 per community for traditional job-focused or non-traditional community development activities.
Economic Services & Development Human & Social Services Job Creation

PGA Tour Health and Sports Grants in Carlisle County

PGA Tour Inc
Private
Adair County, Oklahoma, Alexander County, Illinois +120 more
US $1,000 - US $25,000
Nonprofit organizations, government entities, and educational institutions in Carlisle County, Kentucky can access funding through PGA Tour for health, wellness, and sports initiatives, with awards from US $1,000 - US $25,000. Eligible applicants must serve the broader Mid-South region and offer services in a non-discriminatory manner.
Wellness & Healthy Living Sports & Athletics

Carlisle County Nutrition Funding via Bayer Fund

Bayer Fund
Corporate
Ada County, Idaho, Adams County, Nebraska +488 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations and public entities offering food access and nutrition programs in Carlisle County, Kentucky can access funding via Bayer Fund to address malnutrition, obesity, and food insecurity. Eligible, established 501(c)(3)s, schools, and local governments in legacy-Monsanto communities may be invited to apply for education, behavior-change, and food security initiatives serving underserved families and young children.
Nutrition & Healthy Eating Food Access & Hunger

Lg&E and Ku Foundation Support for Tree Planting

Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
US $500 - US $5,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local government programs in Carlisle County, Kentucky can seek funding for habitat and ecosystem restoration through tree-planting projects. Grants from Lg&E and Ku Foundation help cover one-year urban, suburban, or rural tree planting in forests, parks, and along roadways, with awards from US $500 - US $5,000.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Habitat Restoration Grants for Nonprofits from NFWF

National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private
Adams County, Mississippi, Alexander County, Illinois +103 more
US $150,000 - US $750,000
Nonprofit and conservation-focused organizations in Carlisle County, Kentucky can seek funding to restore bottomland hardwood forests and wetlands, improve soil health on working lands, enhance aquatic connectivity, and boost community resilience. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation offers US $150,000 - US $750,000 for large-scale habitat and ecosystem restoration projects in the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley region.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

Kentucky Department Support for Carlisle Recovery Services

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $200,000
Existing Recovery Kentucky substance abuse centers in Carlisle County, Kentucky can receive operational funding to support public services for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The Kentucky Department for Local Government’s CDBG Public Services program offers up to US $200,000 to help centers serve low- and moderate-income individuals and address urgent community development needs.
Crisis Intervention Homelessness Services Addiction & Substance Use Disorders +1 more

Ferguson Support for Community Development Programs

Ferguson
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Accomack County, Virginia +722 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on affordable housing, skilled trades, clean water, sanitation, or community revitalization in Carlisle County, Kentucky may be eligible for this funding. Grants from Ferguson help U.S.-based nonprofits within its geographic footprint build partnerships that improve economic wellbeing and quality of life in local communities.
Equitable & Affordable Housing Community Development & Revitalization Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water +2 more

Water Infrastructure Grants for Local Governments via Kentucky Department for Local Government

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
US $300,000 - US $3,000,000
Grants from the Kentucky Department for Local Government help Carlisle County, Kentucky local governments develop and improve public water and wastewater facilities. Eligible jurisdictions can seek US $300,000 - US $3,000,000 for sanitation and clean drinking water and broader water resource management projects that meet federal Community Development Block Grant objectives for community development.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water Water Resource Management

Affordable Housing Grants for Local Governments via Kentucky Department for Local Government

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Focused on equitable and affordable housing, this program invites Carlisle County local governments to seek funding for developing decent, safe, and sanitary housing. Administered by the Kentucky Department for Local Government through HUD’s Community Development Block Grant Housing Program, awards up to US $1,000,000 support projects benefiting low- and moderate-income residents or addressing urgent community development needs.
Equitable & Affordable Housing

Building Capacity Grants

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Capacity Grants by Catholic Extension aim to enhance the financial and operational capabilities of dioceses. This initiative focuses on funding projects that promote efficiency, financial stability, and effective fiscal management, ultimately fostering a self-sustaining community. Eligible programs include fundraising development initiatives and operational assessments, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently while supporting professional development for church leadership. This grant empowers dioceses to strengthen their foundations for future growth.
Catholicism

Pastoral Ministry Grants for Dioceses from Catholic Extension

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses in Carlisle County, Kentucky that are designated Extension Dioceses can seek grants to strengthen pastoral and social outreach ministries. With a mission to expand church ministry, Catholic Extension provides support for catechetical resources, marriage and family programs, evangelization media, liturgical life, social outreach to vulnerable populations, and minor post-disaster assistance.
Catholicism Family Services Homelessness Services +3 more

Catholic Extension Support for Catholic School Leaders

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Carlisle County, Kentucky Catholic school educators and diocesan groups can access funding through Catholic Extension to pursue graduate-level leadership training. This one-year online certificate in Catholic school administration, offered with Loyola Marymount University, builds mission effectiveness, operational management, and instructional leadership skills, helping dioceses retain and develop promising K–12 Catholic school leaders.
Education - K through 12 Catholicism Religious / Theological Education

Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Dioceses

Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Mission Catholic dioceses in Carlisle County, Kentucky can apply for Catholic Extension’s Francis Grants to fund major diocesan events and leadership development. Awards support occasions like a new bishop’s ordination, special diocesan anniversaries, papal visits, or a bishop’s continuing education in pre-approved poor dioceses across the U.S.
Catholicism

Carlisle County Workforce Funding via Delta Regional Authority

Delta Regional Authority
Federal Government
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adams County, Mississippi +250 more
US $50,000 - US $300,000
Nonprofits and other organizations in Carlisle County, Kentucky that run workforce training, job readiness, or career education programs can apply for Delta Regional Authority’s Delta Workforce Grant Program, with awards from US $50,000 - US $300,000. Funding supports initiatives that build local talent pipelines and strengthen long-term economic competitiveness in the Delta region.
Workforce Preparation & Job Readiness Economic Services & Development Career / College Preparation

Hemophilia Alliance Joe Pugliese Educational Award

Hemophilia Alliance Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

Hemophilia Alliance Joe Pugliese Educational Award

The Hemophilia Alliance, The Alliance Pharmacy, and the Hemophilia Alliance Foundation are pleased to support the 2026-2027 Joe Pugliese Educational Award. This award is a scholarship provided annually to individuals diagnosed with an inherited bleeding or inherited thrombotic disorder who are active patients in a federally funded Hemophilia Treatment Center, in support of post-secondary educational pursuits.

The 2026-2027 education award will provide each of four recipients with $12,500 for tuition and/or any qualified educational expense to be used within one academic year of award receipt. 

It is a shared goal of the Hemophilia Alliance and the Hemophilia Alliance Foundation that this scholarship program continues for many years to help support individuals with inherited bleeding or inherited thrombotic disorders throughout their education.

Qualified Expenses:

  • Tuition
  • Housing or food expenses
  • Tools or instruments required for educational program
  • Books, computers or other supplies
Education - Higher Education Hematological Systems

Spearfish Volunteer Firefighters' Association Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Spearfish Volunteer Firefighters' Association Scholarship

To provide financial support to individuals pursuing an education and training in the public safety industry.

The Spearfish Fire Department, established in the late 1880s as a volunteer organization, serves the northern Black Hills in western South Dakota. Its mission is to protect lives and property within the fire protection district and mutual aid area. Additionally, the department advocates for fire safety and provides fire safety education in local schools and the wider community.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Fire Ecology +1 more

Stanley Nase Family Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Stanley Nase Family Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates of Hot Springs High School or a current resident of Fall River County pursuing a business degree.

Applicants must be graduates of Hot Springs High School or residents of Fall River County with an interest in pursuing a business-related degree, such as accounting, business management, business education, or economics who demonstrate a financial need. The selection committee wants to understand why you are interested in pursuing a business degree as part of the application process.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education Business Education

Wilmer & Esther Werner Family Scholarship

South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount

South Dakota Community Foundation

As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.

Scholarships

At South Dakota Community Foundation (SDCF), we proudly manage more than 350 scholarship funds in partnership with generous donors who are committed to supporting students. These scholarships offer countless opportunities to help ease the financial burden of continuing their education.

Wilmer & Esther Werner Family Scholarship

To provide financial support to graduates who plan to attend a college or technical school.

Education - Higher Education Vocational & Trade Education

The Meruelo Family Scholarship

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Up to US $5,000

Community Foundation of Northern Nevada

Established in 1998 as a Nevada nonprofit 501(c) 3 Corporation, the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada has distributed more than $200 million in grants and scholarships from over 300 charitable funds to strengthen our Nevada home. 

Scholarship Program

The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada’s Scholarship Program is intended to help students cover the ever-increasing cost of tuition. Some of our scholarships are based on financial need, but others represent an award for achievement. These scholarships typically go to students who have excelled in an academic area or have shown they can balance academics, volunteer work, and extracurricular activities. There are also scholarships designated for students who have overcome adversity, students pursuing degrees in high-need areas, and adult learners outside the traditional college age group. Community Foundation scholarships can help cover tuition, books, and on-campus housing.

The Meruelo Family Scholarship

The Meruelo Family Scholarship was established to provide support for dependents of Grand Sierra Resort & Casino and SAHARA Las Vegas team members who are a graduating high school senior or who are enrolled in a college or advanced learning program.

The qualifying Team Member must be a full-time employee at a qualifying property, have a minimum of one (1) year of employment, and be in good standing with the company at the time of application.

A total of $40,000 will be awarded annually; $20,000 for dependents of Grand Sierra Resort & Casino team members and $20,000 for dependents of SAHARA Las Vegas team members. Five (5) awards in the amount of $3,000 and one (1) Diamond Scholarship award in the amount of $5,000 will be awarded by each property. Funds will be distributed to any college or university for the student's benefit upon confirmation of enrollment and upon completing and signing a scholarship acceptance agreement. This scholarship is a one-time award but is renewable with reapplication.

Education - Higher Education

Carlisle County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

Looking for Carlisle County grants for nonprofits?


Read more about each grant below or start your 14-day free trial to see all Carlisle County grants recommended for your specific programs.

Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Kentucky

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Kentucky?

Grants are most commonly $109,567.

$109,567

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Carlisle County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Kentucky awarded a total of 22,947 grants.

2022 21,785

2023 21,128

2024 22,947

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Carlisle County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Kentucky, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Carlisle County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by -8.86%.

2022 $1,911,078,212

2023 $2,749,886,359
43.89%

2024 $2,506,220,272
-8.86%

Kentucky Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Jefferson County, Kenton County, and Fayette County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Jefferson County $2,891,811,659
Kenton County $622,235,633
Fayette County $177,080,873
Madison County $78,275,790
Whitley County $69,351,226

Related Grants in Kentucky

Browse Grants by Cities within Kentucky

Browse Grants by Counties within Kentucky

Adair County Allen County Anderson County Ballard County Barren County Bath County Bell County Boone County Bourbon County Boyd County Boyle County Bracken County Breathitt County Breckinridge County Bullitt County Butler County Caldwell County Calloway County Campbell County Carroll County Carter County Casey County Christian County Clark County Clay County Clinton County Crittenden County Cumberland County Daviess County Edmonson County Elliott County Estill County Fayette County Fleming County Floyd County Franklin County Fulton County Gallatin County Garrard County Grant County Graves County Grayson County Green County Greenup County Hancock County Hardin County Harlan County Harrison County Hart County Henderson County Henry County Hickman County Hopkins County Jackson County Jefferson County Jessamine County Johnson County Kenton County Knott County Knox County Larue County Laurel County Lawrence County Lee County Leslie County Letcher County Lewis County Lincoln County Livingston County Logan County Lyon County Madison County Magoffin County Marion County Marshall County Martin County Mason County McCracken County McCreary County McLean County Meade County Menifee County Mercer County Metcalfe County Monroe County Montgomery County Morgan County Muhlenberg County Nelson County Nicholas County Ohio County Oldham County Owen County Owsley County Pendleton County Perry County Pike County Powell County Pulaski County Robertson County Rockcastle County Rowan County Russell County Scott County Shelby County Simpson County Spencer County Taylor County Todd County Trigg County Trimble County Union County Warren County Washington County Wayne County Webster County Whitley County Wolfe County Woodford County