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Unspecified amount
Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions
Rolling deadline
The Costco Wholesale Charitable Contributions program prioritizes support for children, education, and health services within local communities. Nonprofit organizations seeking assistance must be 501(c)(3) certified and focus on monetary requests. Applications are reviewed within 4-6 weeks, factoring in community needs and collaboration. However, Costco limits grants to 10% of the program budget and typically restricts organizations to one request per fiscal year. They do not fund individuals or direct aid for various specific purposes.
Costco Foundation
Up to US $15,000
DanPaul Foundation Grants
Rolling deadline
The DanPaul Foundation aims to enhance early childhood development by training teachers and parents, protecting children from abuse, and promoting social responsibility. They provide grants to non-profits for programs that focus on education, health, and welfare of youth. Key initiatives include scholarships, environmental education, and support for underprivileged children. Grant amounts range from a few hundred dollars to $15,000 annually, with a focus on impactful, community-driven projects.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Up to US $300,000
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants
Rolling deadline
The Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation provides grants to early-stage social entrepreneurs working on scalable solutions to pressing social and environmental issues. By supporting organizations with innovative approaches and proven impact, they aim to uplift underserved communities globally. The foundation offers operational support, funding of up to $300,000 over three years, and fosters a collaborative community among its portfolio organizations. They focus on candidates demonstrating measurable impact and sustainable growth potential.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
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Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants
Rolling deadline
State Farm's Good Neighbor Citizenship Company Grants aim to enhance community safety, development, and education. Focused on long-term impact, they support initiatives in auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, and educational programs. Eligible recipients include nonprofits, educational institutions, and government entities. However, funding is not available for individuals, religious programs, or organizations outside the U.S. By addressing critical community needs, these grants foster safer and more resilient neighborhoods.
State Farm Companies Foundation
More than US $100,000
Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant
Rolling deadline
The Hearst Foundation: Culture Grant aims to support outstanding nonprofits that enhance cultural engagement and artistic talent in the U.S. With a focus on programs that reach young people, the grant prioritizes organizations that create lasting impacts in the arts and sciences. The Foundation allocates 25% of its funding to cultural initiatives, favoring established organizations with a history of significant results. Eligible nonprofits must encourage inclusivity and sustainability in their programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
More than US $100,000
Hearst Foundation: Social Service Grant
Rolling deadline
The Hearst Foundation's Social Service Grant focuses on tackling chronic poverty by funding direct-service organizations that implement effective solutions for economic independence and family strengthening. With a mission to support diverse nonprofits in the U.S., the Foundation allocates approximately 15% of its total funding to social services, prioritizing scalable programs that serve significant populations. The minimum grant size is $100,000, and special consideration is given to organizations addressing affordable housing, domestic violence, and youth development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Unspecified amount
Semnani Family Foundation Grants
Rolling deadline
The Semnani Family Foundation, established in 1993, is dedicated to supporting marginalized communities worldwide through health, education, and disaster relief initiatives. Founded by Khosrow and Ghazaleh Semnani, it began by funding an orphanage in Romania. The foundation also operates locally, providing free healthcare through the Maliheh Free Clinic in Utah. Its commitment to human welfare drives impactful partnerships in countries such as Afghanistan, India, and South Africa, focusing on the most vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Unspecified amount
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant
Rolling deadline
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.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Unspecified amount
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program
Rolling deadline
The Bank of America Foundation Sponsorship Program aims to enhance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities through partnerships with nonprofit organizations. This initiative focuses on critical areas such as workforce education, basic needs like food and housing, and community development. The Foundation invested $350 million last year and encourages employee volunteerism and giving, supporting nonprofits in various sectors, including arts, culture, and diversity initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
US $10,000 - US $50,000
Impact Fund Grants
Letter of inquiry due Jul 7, 2026
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.
The Impact Fund
US $5,000
Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program
Applications due Jul 11, 2026
The Augusta Bar Foundation Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, aims to enhance the lives of at-risk youth through funding and support for creative community initiatives. With over 25 years of community engagement, the foundation prioritizes proposals that address pressing needs, demonstrate measurable results, and align with funding areas such as education, mentoring, health, self-sufficiency, and family issues, fostering a sustainable impact beyond the grant period.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
Up to US $15,000
CFCSRA: Community Grants
Pre proposal due Jul 15, 2026
The Community Foundation for the CSRA offers funding to support charitable organizations in Georgia and South Carolina. With a focus on arts, education, health, and services for people in need, the foundation encourages innovative proposals. Grants may reach up to $15,000, supporting impactful community initiatives. Organizations must demonstrate long-term benefits and meet specific eligibility criteria, ensuring funds are used effectively to enhance community welfare and quality of life for residents.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
US $5,000 - US $250,000
Gupta Family Foundation Grant
Applications due Aug 31, 2026
The Gupta Family Foundation Grant aims to empower disadvantaged individuals by providing financial support to organizations that foster self-reliance. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, the foundation offers grants ranging from $5,000 to over $250,000, prioritizing smaller organizations with a strong commitment to their missions. Eligibility typically includes US-based IRS 501(c)(3) entities, with operations extending to countries like India and Kenya. The foundation emphasizes mission alignment and effective resource allocation to ensure maximum impact.
Gupta Family Foundation
More than US $50,000
J.W. Couch Foundation Grant
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
The J.W. Couch Foundation Grant focuses on supporting Wildlife Conservation nonprofit organizations that align with their mission of community betterment and environmental protection. The foundation seeks partnerships with organizations that promote animal wellbeing, early childhood education, teacher support, and outdoor activities. Eligible applicants must be registered 501(c)3 nonprofits or for-profit entities aligned with their charitable programs. This grant emphasizes collaboration and community engagement to create lasting impacts.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Unspecified amount
CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant
Applications due Oct 3, 2026
The CFCSRA: Women in Philanthropy Grant supports organizations that enhance the lives of women and children in Georgia and South Carolina. With over 200 members, the initiative funds high-impact projects while emphasizing collaboration and community engagement. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations or similar entities. The grant does not support individual grants, capital campaigns, or projects typically funded by government sources. This initiative aims to cultivate generosity and strengthen local nonprofits.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
Unspecified amount
Robinson Foundation Grant
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
The Robinson Foundation Grant, established in 2016, aims to alleviate hardships faced by individuals and communities, demonstrating God's love through charitable contributions. As a family-operated foundation, it focuses on creating meaningful, long-term impacts in various areas including animal welfare, education, and disaster relief. Organizations eligible for funding must be 501(c)(3) public charities. The foundation prioritizes fiscally responsible projects with the potential for tangible results, while not supporting capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
US $500 - US $1,500
Alice and Richard Henriquez Memorial Fund and Youth World Awareness Program
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
The Alice and Richard Henriquez Memorial Fund and Youth World Awareness Program, established by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, supports young individuals (ages 14-22) from Berkshire, Columbia, northeast Dutchess, and northwest Litchfield counties. It provides grants for international travel experiences aimed at promoting peace and justice. Since 1995, this initiative has encouraged students to engage in humanitarian work abroad, fostering cultural understanding and personal growth while addressing social injustices.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
US $5,000 - US $7,500
Mary Warren Foundation Grant
Applications due Dec 31, 2026
The Mary Warren Foundation Grant, managed by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, supports charitable organizations focused on women, children, and the elderly. With an average grant size between $5,000 and $7,500, the foundation seeks to enhance the community through educational programs and resources. Grants will not be awarded for individual needs, capital campaigns, or political activities, ensuring that funds are directed toward meaningful community impact.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
Up to US $15,000
The St. Joseph Foundation Grants
Applications due Dec 31, 2026
The St. Joseph Foundation Grants, administered by the Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area, aim to support nonprofit organizations addressing the evolving healthcare needs of individuals in the CSRA. With a commitment to enhancing community health, the foundation prioritizes initiatives related to health service education, medical uninsured populations, and hospice care. Grants are awarded based on a competitive process, ensuring that resources effectively meet local challenges.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
Unspecified amount
The Porter Fleming Foundation
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
The Porter Fleming Foundation, established in 1963, aims to enrich the Greater Augusta community through educational, artistic, and cultural initiatives. With no maximum requesting amount, the foundation supports local 501(c)(3) organizations that advance learning and cultural life in the region. While grants are available for innovative projects, they are not intended for usual operating expenses or expenses covered by governmental funding. The foundation encourages community engagement and philanthropy to enhance quality of life.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
US $1,000
Columbia Bank Kenneth R. Gifford, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program
Applications due Feb 25, 2027
Community Foundation of the North State
The Community Foundation builds trust through relationship, integrity, and by providing safe places for donors to give their resources.
We are a nonprofit, public charity serving the people of Shasta, Siskiyou and Tehama counties, with a mission to impact the region through the power of giving.
Scholarships
The Community Foundation of the North State manages many scholarship funds that are awarded to graduating high school seniors as well as students already in an undergraduate program. Some scholarships were started by families or individuals; others by businesses or organizations. All scholarships share one important focus: helping young people reach their educational goals.
Columbia Bank Kenneth R. Gifford, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program
The Columbia Bank Kenneth R. Gifford, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program (formerly Columbia Bank) awards ten, $1,000.00 scholarships each year. High school seniors attending school in Siskiyou, Shasta, Tehama, Glenn, Colusa, Placer, Sacramento counties may apply.
Columbia Bank recognizes that our continued success is contingent upon the health and vitality of the communities we serve. Taking action to improve the well-being of others is a community responsibility and commitment we fully believe in and commit to. We value the opportunity to provide financial support to the youth in our communities.
Community Foundation of the North State
Unspecified amount
Handel-Carter Assistance Fund
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
About
Central Carolina Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps generous people give back to the Midlands of South Carolina in ways that matter. Since 1984, we’ve been a trusted partner, helping individuals, families, and businesses make smart, meaningful contributions that support local nonprofits, scholarships, and community projects.
Handel-Carter Assistance Fund ($2,200)
This renewable scholarship was established to provide educational opportunities for people living, or those who have lived within the past two years, in a Richland County transitional housing program or within Columbia Housing Authority transitional housing in Columbia, SC.
Central Carolina Community Foundation
Unspecified amount
Katherine K. Greiner Scholarship
Applications due Mar 6, 2027
About
Central Carolina Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that helps generous people give back to the Midlands of South Carolina in ways that matter. Since 1984, we’ve been a trusted partner, helping individuals, families, and businesses make smart, meaningful contributions that support local nonprofits, scholarships, and community projects.
Katherine K. Greiner Scholarship ($3,000)
This renewable scholarship was established to support students who plan to become elementary, middle or high school teachers.
Central Carolina Community Foundation
US $200 - US $800
BTCF: Simple Gifts Fund Grant
Applications due Mar 16, 2027
The BTCF: Simple Gifts Fund Grant supports young artists aged 13-19 in the Berkshire Taconic region, providing financial assistance for summer enrichment programs in the arts. Established in 1998 in memory of folk singer Bill Crofut, the fund aims to empower youth through small grants that can cover costs for tuition, art supplies, or living expenses. The grant fosters creativity and personal growth, ensuring that young individuals have opportunities to pursue their passions.
The Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation
Unspecified amount
Hansen Family Foundation Grant
Applications due Mar 23, 2027
The Hansen Family Foundation Grant seeks to empower organizations that uphold the American values of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Focused on diverse causes like children, education, animals, environmental conservation, humanitarian efforts, and arts, the foundation is committed to supporting initiatives that create positive change. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits, while political campaigns and organizations with high budgets or overheads are ineligible. This grant fosters impactful contributions to society.
Hansen Family Foundation
US $500 - US $1,000
Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
The Sand Hills Garden Club Grant Program, managed by the Community Foundation for the CSRA, aims to enhance the quality of life in Augusta, Georgia. This program supports projects that promote gardening knowledge, environmental protection, and the preservation of native plants. Eligible organizations include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public entities. The focus is on ecology, horticulture, conservation, and education, fostering community engagement and collaboration for local initiatives.
Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
Unspecified amount
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
The O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing community welfare through philanthropic initiatives that support economic stability, workforce development, health services, and disaster relief. Established in 2020, the Foundation seeks to empower underrepresented individuals and organizations in the U.S. by addressing vital community needs. It particularly aims to provide assistance to nonprofits that foster positive change and improve quality of life for those in need, ensuring a lasting impact in local communities.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Georgia
Average Grant Size
What's the typical amount funded for Georgia?
Grants are most commonly $142,145.
$142,145
Total Number of Grants
What's the total number of grants in Columbia County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?
In 2024, funders in Georgia awarded a total of 23,039 grants.
2022 54,952
2023 54,343
2024 23,039
Top Grant Focus Areas
Among all the Columbia County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Georgia, 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 Columbia County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?
Funding has increased by -52.09%.
2022 $7,076,484,488
2023
$6,816,917,399
-3.67%
2024
$3,266,050,933
-52.09%
Georgia Counties That Receive the Most Funding
How does grant funding vary by county?
Fulton County, Dekalb County, and Clarke County receive the most funding.
| County | Total Grant Funding in 2024 |
|---|---|
| Fulton County | $1,792,615,608 |
| Dekalb County | $724,518,184 |
| Clarke County | $486,385,037 |
| Cobb County | $185,284,044 |
| Gwinnett County | $127,427,488 |
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