Arkansas Community Programs Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Arkansas can apply for the U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible funding to support economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture initiatives. Organizations addressing community safety or violence prevention within these areas, especially those led by people of color, may be prioritized in designated U.S. Bank communities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Arkansas Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Arkansas nonprofits focused on children, education, or health and human services can access funding through the Costco Foundation for monetary support of community-based programs. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations may strengthen prevention, intervention, or support services, which can include initiatives that address factors contributing to gun violence and support affected youth and families.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in Arkansas
Arkansas nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status and innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can access funding through Creag Foundation. The foundation supports smaller or evolving organizations developing new approaches to societal issues, which may include community-based gun violence prevention, safety, or related human and social services initiatives. Note that applications are by invitation, following a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Arkansas organizations working with youth on health, education, development, and welfare can access funding through the Dan Paul Foundation for programs serving children and teens. 501(c)(3) nonprofits may receive up to US $15,000 for initiatives such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, refugee enrichment, or related prevention and support efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Early-Stage Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit social impact organizations in Arkansas and beyond can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support, with awards up to US $300,000 for scaling proven solutions. Funding backs scalable ventures tackling major social and environmental challenges; gun violence prevention initiatives that meet these criteria may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Support for Tech Solutions
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, including organizations in Arkansas. Focused on innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions for underserved communities, Cisco Systems Foundation offers up to US $100,000, which may benefit gun violence prevention efforts that fit these priorities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety Funding for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Arkansas can seek community grants supporting safety, education, and community development initiatives from State Farm Companies Foundation. Organizations working on gun violence prevention through community safety, education, or neighborhood revitalization may be eligible for this invitation-only charitable funding.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Arts and Culture Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant to support arts and science programming, capital projects, or limited general and endowment needs. Arkansas organizations working on gun violence prevention through arts education or youth engagement may be eligible if they meet these criteria and scale expectations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Support for Community Health
Nonprofit organizations working on health, education, or community services in Arkansas may be eligible for funding to expand equitable care, education, and local support programs. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations to propose projects such as healthcare access for underserved populations, food pantries, STEM education, and preventative health initiatives.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Arkansas Youth Programs
Arkansas organizations working on education, childhood health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children and youth can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other entities requesting more than US $50,000, with projects located in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding from Roche
Nonprofit charities in Arkansas working on humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts initiatives can seek support for innovative, sustainable projects that engage local partners and Roche employees. Grants from Roche help organizations worldwide, including those whose gun violence prevention work overlaps with social development, youth services, health, or community-strengthening efforts.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Grants for Global Health
With a mission to strengthen community health and education, nonprofits in Arkansas and worldwide can seek support for humanitarian, medical, and social services initiatives; the Semnani Family Foundation funds programs in multiple countries including the U.S. Organizations working on health access, disaster relief, or vulnerable populations may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Support for Arkansas Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs may be eligible for grants that must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help organizations with broad, measurable impact on their target populations, which can include community-based gun violence prevention and related public welfare efforts.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Arkansas Community Development Funding via Bank of America
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on community development, basic needs, workforce readiness, arts, environment, or inclusion can access funding through Bank of America Charitable Foundation to support local programs and events. Organizations with gun violence prevention initiatives that advance housing, jobs, hunger relief, or neighborhood preservation may be eligible under this regional sponsorship program.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Community and Humanitarian Funding from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on children’s services, education, humanitarian aid, basic human needs, or related community programs in Arkansas and beyond can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Hansen Family Foundation help eligible groups, including those addressing violence-affected communities, advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofits focused on wildlife conservation and related preservation, education, or wellness work in Arkansas can use this grant to develop storytelling that highlights their impact. Grants from Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation help organizations share transformational work through media and narratives, supporting visibility for programs such as mental health, education, outdoor access, and community wellbeing. Awards are More than US $50,000.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Support for Arkansas Communities
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Arkansas 501(c)(3) organizations addressing needs like children and families, education, poverty relief, disaster response, or related community hardships can access funding through the Robinson Foundation. Eligible applicants must serve the Southern region, be operating for more than three years, and seek single-year program support rather than capital projects; some gun violence prevention efforts may fit these priorities.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Arkansas can seek funding for their programs. With a mission to support positive change, Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides grants that may benefit groups addressing gun violence prevention within these broader focus areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Community Programs Funding for Nonprofits from Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Arkansas communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation grants supporting education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental programs. Organizations working on gun violence prevention that fit these focus areas and serve GP communities may be considered.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Lawrence Foundation Grants for Arkansas Communities
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Arkansas nonprofits with 501(c)(3) public charity status, public schools, and libraries can access funding for environmental, human services, disaster relief, and related community programs through the Lawrence Foundation; awards typically range from US $5,000 - US $10,000. Organizations working on community-based gun violence prevention within these areas of interest may be eligible for unrestricted program or operating support.
Lawrence Foundation
Crisis Intervention Grants for Agencies from Arkansas
Applications due Nov 14, 2026
Arkansas justice agencies and related public entities working on crisis intervention and gun violence reduction can access funding through the State of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration to support court-based crisis proceedings, law enforcement crisis intervention programs, and referrals to community services. Funding supports efforts that prevent or reduce crime and violence, with particular attention to gun violence risk factors.
State of Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration
Ameriprise Financial Community Vitality Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas working on basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, or volunteer-driven programs can seek support for services like hunger relief, shelter, financial literacy, and job readiness. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help U.S. nonprofits, including those addressing gun violence impacts through housing, economic stability, and community revitalization, that can demonstrate measurable outcomes and strong volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Arkansas Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas can seek project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs via Dr Scholl Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $25,000. Groups working on community-based gun violence prevention within these areas may be eligible during the annual October–March grant cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Union Pacific Foundation Support for Community Safety
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas working on community safety, workforce development, vitality, or environmental sustainability can apply for Union Pacific Foundation’s Community Ties Local Grants, with awards of US $5,000 - US $30,000. Programs addressing crime prevention, community safety, or support for violence survivors may be especially relevant for gun violence prevention efforts.
Union Pacific Foundation
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Arkansas Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Focused on youth and family services, Chick Fil A Foundation invites Arkansas nonprofits and 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for True Inspiration Awards funding. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 support programs in education, youth leadership, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship, which may benefit organizations addressing gun violence prevention through community-based initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Community Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award, a national U.S. competition. With a mission to recognize exemplary collaborations, Mutual of America Foundation provides recognition to partnerships that measurably improve lives and model innovative, scalable approaches that may include gun violence prevention efforts.
Mutual Of America Foundation