Sports Safety Funding from Academy Sports
Kentucky 501(c)(3) organizations promoting safety and responsibility in sports or outdoor activities, or supporting first responder programs, can receive in-kind donations to enhance community quality of life. Academy Sports + Outdoors provides support for collective groups, such as leagues or school districts, for initiatives held in Kentucky communities where its stores are located.
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Community Quality of Life Funding from Haile Foundation
Tax-exempt nonprofits and fiscally sponsored groups in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky can seek funding for arts, education, human services, housing, and community development projects that enhance quality of life. Grants from Carol And Ralph Haile Jr Foundation support programs in eligible Kentucky counties such as Boone, Campbell, and Kenton focused on access, equity, and community vitality.
Carol And Ralph Haile Jr Foundation
Appalachian Regional Healthcare Grants for Kentucky Health
Nonprofit organizations improving health and quality of life in Kentucky can apply for Appalachian Regional Healthcare’s Community Grant Program, with awards up to US $5,000. Funding supports health education, health outcomes, human services, disaster preparedness and relief, and other civic efforts benefiting women and children in designated Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia counties.
Appalachian Regional Healthcare
Kentucky Community Needs Funding via Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and eligible governmental units addressing community betterment, basic human needs, health, or the arts in Kentucky can seek project funding through the Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation. Grants may support efforts like food security, affordable housing, disease prevention, wellness programs, and cultural activities, as long as services are provided within the foundation’s operating states.
Frankenmuth Insurance Foundation
Kentucky Cabinet Grants for Kentucky Nursing Homes
Consumer advocacy groups, resident and family councils, CMS-certified long-term care facilities, and related organizations in Kentucky can seek funding to improve nursing home residents’ quality of care and quality of life. Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services supports patient care and residential care projects such as relocation assistance, family council support, and facility quality improvement initiatives.
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
Old National Bank Grants for Kentucky Events
Kentucky nonprofits planning community events, fundraisers, or special activities can access funding through Old National Bank to support quality-of-life initiatives in eligible counties. Sponsorships prioritize programs serving underrepresented groups and low- to moderate-income communities, especially those focused on economic development, workforce readiness, affordable housing, small business support, or financial education.
Old National Bank
Community Development Funding from R. C. Durr Foundation
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits running education, social services, community development, or public health programs in the larger Northern Kentucky region can access funding through the R. C. Durr Foundation. Grants prioritize innovative, collaborative, and measurable projects in counties including Boone, Kenton, Campbell, and nearby areas that improve overall quality of life and show long-term viability.
R. C. Durr Foundation
Greater Cincinnati Foundation Support for Children
Full proposal due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children’s health, education, and social welfare can apply for project support in the Greater Cincinnati tri-state region, including Kentucky counties. With a mission to build thriving communities, Greater Cincinnati Foundation provides quality-of-life funding for programs benefiting children, with a particular interest in ages 0–6, generally through high school.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Community Program Grants for Kentucky Nonprofits via Central Kentucky Community Foundation
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in Breckinridge, Grayson, Hardin, Hart, LaRue, Marion, Meade, Nelson, or Washington counties can receive up to US $10,000 for community services projects. Central Kentucky Community Foundation funds capacity building, capital improvements, and programming that enhance quality of life within its nine-county Kentucky region.
Central Kentucky Community Foundation
Community Foundation Women and Children Grants in Kentucky
Applications due Aug 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and government agencies serving women and children in Kentucky’s South Central counties can seek project funding through the Women’s Fund Impact Grant. Focused on improving quality of life, The Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky supports capital, education, health, human services, community development, and related initiatives that promote gender equity and long-term impact.
The Community Foundation of South Central Kentucky
Kentucky Workforce Development Funding via Truist Foundation
Applications due Aug 7, 2026
Truist Foundation provides Kentucky workforce development nonprofits with funding to deliver innovative career pathways, AI literacy, and wraparound support for adult workers. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations headquartered in the Truist footprint, including Kentucky, can compete for US $10,000 - US $250,000 Inspire Awards to expand training, upskilling, and career navigation services that improve quality of life.
Truist Foundation Inc
Quality of Life Funding for Kentucky Nonprofits from Blue Grass Community Foundation
Applications due Aug 18, 2026
Qualified charitable organizations serving Boyle County in Kentucky can receive up to US $7,500 to support public education and services for disadvantaged or disabled youth and adults. Blue Grass Community Foundation funds projects that benefit Boyle County and demonstrate sustainable impact with clear, measurable outcomes, making this a strong option for local quality-of-life initiatives.
Blue Grass Community Foundation, Inc.
Community Foundation of Louisville Grants for Kentucky Quality of Life
Applications due Aug 29, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofits and fiscally sponsored charitable projects in Kentucky’s Daviess, Hancock, McLean, Ohio, Union, and Webster counties can apply for Community Foundation of Louisville’s Green River Area Community Foundation Grant to support quality-of-life initiatives. Funding may benefit programs in youth services, health and dental care access, child welfare, and supportive housing and shelters.
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Foundation for the Tri-State Community Community Grants in Kentucky
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and other eligible charities can receive up to US $2,000 for projects that enhance quality of life in Carter County, Kentucky. Foundation for the Tri-State Community’s Carter County Community Fund supports innovative community development, volunteerism, and capacity-building efforts that address local needs and strengthen charitable organizations.
Foundation for the Tri-State Community
Kentucky Community Vibrancy Funding via Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Sep 30, 2026
Tax-exempt nonprofits and government agencies in Kentucky’s Boone, Kenton, and Campbell counties can receive up to US $25,000 to enhance community and cultural vibrancy through Greater Cincinnati Foundation. Funding may support parks and public spaces, arts and culture access, safe neighborhoods, resident-led programs, capital improvements, or organizational capacity that improve quality of life.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Perdue Foundation Community Grants in Kentucky
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving community quality of life can apply for the Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation’s corporate giving program, with awards of More than US $1,000 for programs and events. Funding may support education, health, hunger and poverty relief, agriculture, environment, social services, public safety, and cultural heritage initiatives.
Franklin P. and Arthur W. Perdue Foundation
STEM and Workforce Grants for Nonprofits from Toyota
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Nonprofits, public schools, and state or municipal agencies in select Kentucky counties can seek funding for STEM education, workforce readiness, and other community quality-of-life programs. Grants from Toyota help Kentucky organizations serving Scott, Fayette, Harrison, Madison, Franklin, and Montgomery counties create long-term, inclusive opportunities for under-resourced residents.
Toyota
US $150,000 - US $500,000
Community Vitality Grants for Louisville Nonprofits via Brown Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in the Louisville metro area seeking catalytic projects in education, community and economic development, civic and cultural assets, or health and well-being can apply for Louisville Responsive Community Grants, typically covering US $150,000 - US $500,000. Focused on strengthening quality of life in Kentucky, the James Graham Brown Foundation favors collaborative, well-supported initiatives with strong, sustainable impact.
James Graham Brown Foundation
Greater Cincinnati Foundation Support for Education
Applications due Oct 17, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and government agencies serving PK–12 children and young adults in Kentucky’s Boone, Kenton, and Campbell counties can seek funding to launch, expand, or strengthen education programs. With a mission to connect generous people with trusted nonprofits, Greater Cincinnati Foundation provides support for mentoring, tutoring, SEL, college and career exploration, and overall academic improvement, including general operating and capacity-building needs.
Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Quality of Life Grants for Nonprofits from Raymond B Preston Family Foundation
Applications due Oct 17, 2026
Grants from the Raymond B Preston Family Foundation help Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits deliver education, arts, culture, social services, and civic programs that improve quality of life, especially in Henderson County. Organizations with innovative, measurable projects that build good citizenship, inclusiveness, and long-term community impact may be strong candidates.
Raymond B Preston Family Foundation Inc
Horizon Community Funds Support for Health
Applications due Oct 27, 2026
Nonprofit organizations improving health, mental health, or substance use outcomes in Boone, Campbell, or Kenton counties can receive US $15,000 to advance quality of life in Northern Kentucky. Horizon Community Funds invites innovative projects that accelerate solutions and leverage community resources, offering a fit for Kentucky groups focused on community wellness and civic engagement.
Horizon Community Funds Of Northern Kentucky Inc
Kentucky Community Services Funding via Foundation for the Tri-State Community
Applications due Oct 30, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) charities and similar organizations improving community services in Kentucky can seek up to US $10,000 to enhance capacity or pilot new solutions to local problems. The Foundation for the Tri-State Community funds projects serving residents of Boyd and Greenup Counties through its twice-yearly Community Grants program.
Foundation for the Tri-State Community
Old National Bank Grants for Kentucky Communities
Applications due Feb 13, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Kentucky counties within Old National Bank’s footprint can apply for approximately US $15,000 to support quality-of-life programs in affordable housing, workforce development, economic development, and financial empowerment. Grants from Old National Bank prioritize underrepresented and low- to moderate-income communities and require clear, measurable outcomes and local impact.
Old National Bank
Humana Foundation Support for Kentucky Health
Applications due Feb 20, 2027
Kentucky nonprofits, government entities, and faith-based organizations improving community health and quality of life can access funding through the Humana Foundation for programs in Louisville and across the state. Support may cover mental health and suicide prevention, substance use treatment, senior services, nutrition and food security, wellness education, and disaster relief and preparedness.
Humana Foundation
Arts Operations Funding for Louisville Nonprofits via Louisville Metro Government
Applications due Feb 24, 2027
Focused on arts and culture, this program invites Jefferson County 501(c)(3) organizations to seek operational support for programs, services, and facilities that enhance quality of life in Kentucky. Grants from Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government range from US $25,000 to US $50,000, with eligibility tied to local arts-focused missions and at least two years of operation.
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government
Thompson Charitable Foundation Grants for Kentucky
Letter of inquiry due Mar 16, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Bell, Clay, Laurel, and Leslie Counties in Kentucky can apply for Thompson Charitable Foundation support for health, human services, education, workforce, community development, and quality of life projects. Funding is available for matching funds and capital projects that improve quality of life in these communities.
The Thompson Charitable Foundation
Kentucky Social Welfare Foundation Community Grants in Kentucky
Applications due Apr 4, 2027
Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits expanding or launching social welfare programs can access funding through the Kentucky Social Welfare Foundation to improve quality of life for residents, especially in rural areas and small towns. Grants support program expansion or new projects that offer self-help and training, but not capital campaigns, ongoing operations, or salaries.
Kentucky Social Welfare Foundation Fund