Arkansas Arts Funding via Arkansas Heritage
Arkansas nonprofit organizations, including schools, libraries, festivals, and churches, can receive up to US $2,000 to reimburse up to 40% of the cost of hiring professional artists from the Arts on Tour Artist Roster. Arkansas arts groups can access funding via Arkansas Heritage to bring literary, performing, and visual arts programming to their communities.
Arkansas Heritage
Community Possible Grant Program: Play, Work, & Home Grants
The Community Possible Grant Program by U.S. Bank aims to foster economic and workforce advancement, as well as safe and affordable housing. By partnering with 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, the program seeks to drive lasting change within communities through collaborative grantmaking. Priority is given to organizations that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and that address multiple pillars of work, home, and play. This initiative reflects U.S. Bank's commitment to creating a more equitable society.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Grant
The Creag Foundation, established in 2009 in Woodinville, Washington, provides funding to innovative 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations addressing social issues. Focused on smaller organizations, the foundation seeks to support those with unique approaches to improve the human condition. Eligible applicants must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and present a new or previously unaddressed solution to societal challenges. Applications are by invitation only, encouraging creativity and passion in charitable work.
Creag Foundation
Early-Stage Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Arkansas tackling urgent social or environmental problems can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation support, with awards up to US $300,000 over three years. Funding combines unrestricted capital with intensive capacity-building and community to help scalable ventures grow their impact on underserved communities.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Early Literacy Program Funding for Nonprofits from Arkansas Community Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, schools, and government entities in Arkansas can apply for Arkansas Community Foundation’s Giving Tree – Early Literacy Grants to support early literacy programs and related professional development. Funding can back classroom instruction, teacher training, parent engagement, school readiness, attendance, summer learning, and whole-child supports in counties served by the foundation’s affiliate offices.
Arkansas Community Foundation Inc
Global Impact Cash Grants
The Global Impact Cash Grants by Cisco Systems Foundation support innovative early-stage solutions aimed at addressing significant social problems. Targeting nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations, these grants focus on four key sectors: crisis response, education, economic empowerment, and climate regeneration. Eligible organizations must demonstrate alignment with these areas, particularly serving underserved communities. The foundation seeks to leverage technology for impactful solutions, ensuring sustainability and community resilience through strategic investments.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Arkansas can seek Good Neighbor Citizenship company grants to support safety, education, and community development initiatives. State Farm Companies Foundation funding may benefit organizations offering training, leadership development, or other capacity-building tied to auto and home safety, disaster readiness, housing, jobs, or education.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Grants for Education
Arkansas nonprofits and social enterprises working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability can access funding through Michael & Susan Dell Foundation for project support or scaling efforts; awards are more than US $50,000. Organizations must serve children or youth in urban low-income communities and meet the foundation’s location and mission-alignment criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Grants
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
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant
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
Arts, Education, Faith Funding from Skokos Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in arts, humanity, education, or faith in Arkansas can seek program or project support that demonstrates strong leadership, impact, sustainability, and collaboration. Grants from Ted and Shannon Skokos Foundation help Arkansas nonprofits, especially those with ties to the founders, strengthen community services with sustainable, high-quality, and well-managed initiatives.
Ted and Shannon Skokos Foundation
Community Foundation Support for Arkansas Capacity Building
Applications due Sep 27, 2026
Arkansas 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking internal capacity building—such as staff or board training, technology upgrades, or planning—can access funding through the Community Foundation of Greater Memphis. Established organizations operating in the foundation’s multi-state service area may receive approximately US $15,000 for one-time projects tied to their strategic plan, with a required dollar-for-dollar cash match.
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Arkansas Arts Education Funding via Windgate
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofits and educational institutions offering contemporary craft or visual arts programs in Arkansas can seek support for fellowships, residencies, scholarships, and professional development. Windgate Charitable Trust funds K–12 visual art-integrated learning, teacher training, and college-level visual arts initiatives, including materials, tools, equipment, and museum acquisitions of contemporary craft by living artists.
Windgate Charitable Trust
Arkansas Preservation Planning Funding via National Trust
Applications due Oct 2, 2026
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Arkansas can access funding for historic preservation planning and education projects, with awards from US $2,500 - US $5,000. Grants from National Trust for Historic Preservation support activities like hiring preservation consultants, conducting feasibility studies, and building organizational capacity, which may include staff training and board development for local preservation organizations.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Arkansas Humanities Council Teacher Development Funding
Applications due Oct 2, 2026
With a mission to promote the humanities, Arkansas Humanities Council provides Arkansas educators and nonprofit literary organizations with up to US $2,000 for humanities-based classroom projects and professional development. Funds can support PK–12 projects, conferences, workshops, seminars, webinars, and related costs like registration, travel, books, and teaching aids that strengthen humanities education and programming.
Arkansas Humanities Council (HumanitiesAR)
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
Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
The Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant supports nonprofit charitable organizations recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Revenue Code. Established in 2002, the foundation aims to empower groups committed to positive change, fostering respect for life and the environment. Their vision emphasizes collaboration for a better future, encouraging applicants to embody these values in their initiatives. With a focus on impactful projects, this grant is an opportunity for organizations striving to make a critical difference in our world.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Arkansas Community Programs Funding via Assisi Foundation
Applications due Nov 6, 2026
Arkansas nonprofits working on health, education, social justice, arts, or community enhancement can access funding through the Assisi Foundation of Memphis for programs serving the Mid-South region. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations must operate in Crittenden County and support inclusive participation; faith-based groups are welcome if they do not restrict services or board roles by religion.
The Assisi Foundation of Memphis, Inc.
Ameriprise Financial Community Grants in Arkansas
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs can apply for Ameriprise Community Grants, part of a nationwide initiative. Grants from Ameriprise Financial help fund hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, adult self-sufficiency, community development, and arts and cultural enrichment efforts across the U.S.
Ameriprise Financial
Arkansas Arts Education Funding via Arkansas Heritage
Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Nonprofits, schools, government units, churches, and hospitals in Arkansas can receive up to US $10,000 to host professional artists for after-school or summer arts residencies. With a mission to strengthen arts in education, Arkansas Heritage supports programs in community centers, housing projects, juvenile facilities, social service centers, and other community-based organizations.
Arkansas Heritage
Arkansas Arts Education Funding via Arkansas Heritage
Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Schools, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and government entities in Arkansas can apply for Arkansas Heritage’s Arts Curriculum Project mini-grants, awarding up to US $10,000 for arts-in-education workshops, training, and curriculum projects. Funding can support professional development and other activities that enhance or establish ongoing arts programming using artists from the Arts in Education Artist Roster.
Arkansas Heritage
Arkansas Heritage Grants for Arkansas Art Education
Applications due Feb 5, 2027
Arkansas arts organizations, schools, and community or governmental partners in Arkansas can access funding through Arkansas Heritage to host in-school artist residencies that integrate arts into K–12 learning. The Arts in Education In-School Residency Program offers up to US $40,000 with a 1:1 match, supporting professional artists from the approved roster to work directly with students and educators.
Arkansas Heritage
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Youth
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs for underserved youth, families, food security, or environmental stewardship in Arkansas and beyond can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000. Focus areas include youth education and leadership, housing and family services, hunger relief, and community or environmental projects.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Multi-Sector Funding for Nonprofits from Kerr Foundation
Letter of inquiry due May 8, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Arkansas seeking support for education, arts and culture, health, or human services projects can apply for Kerr Foundation Grants to fund capital, program, or operating needs. Grants from Kerr Foundation help Arkansas nonprofits strengthen services, and organizations investing in staff or organizational capacity may be eligible when aligned with these program areas.
The Kerr Foundation Inc
National Trust Support for Arkansas Battlefield Preservation
Applications due Jun 2, 2027
Public agencies and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Arkansas preserving battlefields, viewsheds, and related historic structures can use this grant for planning, staff support, and preservation education efforts. Grants from the National Trust for Historic Preservation help launch or strengthen initiatives, including professional development, capacity building, and outreach to new audiences. Awards range from US $2,500 - US $10,000.
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Arkansas Rural Development Funding via USDA
Applications due Jun 15, 2027
Rural public entities and nonprofit organizations in Arkansas can use these grants to provide training, technical assistance, and other support for small rural businesses. USDA Rural Development funds projects such as business counseling, feasibility studies, leadership and entrepreneur training, rural business incubators, and community or technology-based economic development, with awards ranging from US $10,000 - US $500,000.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Mutual of America Foundation Partnership Grants
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Arkansas with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues may be eligible for national recognition and support through the Community Partnership Award. With a mission to honor exemplary collaboration, Mutual of America Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits a competitive awards program highlighting impactful, scalable models of cross-sector partnership.
Mutual Of America Foundation