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Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grant

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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

US $2,500

Central Indiana Community Foundation Law Grants in Marion County

Applications due Jan 3, 2027
Students pursuing a law career who are current or former students of specified Central Indiana high schools can receive US $2,500 for college tuition and related educational expenses, plus a paid internship. Grants from Central Indiana Community Foundation help Marion County, Kentucky grantseekers spot this national legal scholarship opportunity for eligible students in their networks.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Ameriprise Financial Grants for Marion County Nonprofits

Applications due Jan 15, 2027
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Marion County, Kentucky addressing hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for Ameriprise Financial’s community grants. U.S.-based organizations with strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes may be prioritized, especially those aligning with Meeting Basic Needs, Supporting Community Vitality, or Volunteer-Driven Causes.
Ameriprise Financial

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Nursing Education Funding from Central Indiana Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Marion County, Kentucky nonprofits will not be eligible; this scholarship is for individual high school seniors. Marion County, Indiana students pursuing nursing credentials at accredited colleges, universities, or vocational, technical, or trade schools can access funding through Central Indiana Community Foundation for tuition, required fees, and in some cases room, board, and books.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Central Indiana Community Foundation Education Grants

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Students pursuing college, university, vocational, technical, or trade education who are Marion County residents and have faced significant personal hardship can apply for the St. Catherine of Alexandria Scholarship from Central Indiana Community Foundation. Funding supports eligible educational expenses and may benefit Marion County, Kentucky nonprofits assisting such students in their programs.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Central Indiana Community Foundation Support for Students

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Black students pursuing post-secondary education can receive scholarships for tuition and other educational expenses through this program, though eligibility is limited to Marion County, Indiana residents. Grants from Central Indiana Community Foundation help higher education and vocational students with financial need fund degrees, certifications, and technical or trade programs, which may interest Kentucky nonprofits supporting similar student populations.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Marion County Education Funding via Central Indiana Community Foundation

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Students pursuing higher education or vocational training who live in Marion, Hamilton, Hancock, or Henry County, Indiana can receive scholarship support for tuition and related educational expenses. Central Indiana Community Foundation’s Wallach Scholarship Fund assists those with financial need or other barriers, prioritizing applicants showing academic promise or vocational aptitude and initiative toward post-secondary credentials.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Central Indiana Community Foundation Grants for Architecture

Applications due Feb 2, 2027
Marion County, Kentucky students pursuing degrees in design, architecture, fine or performing arts, or construction management can receive scholarship support for higher education costs. With a mission to build opportunity, Central Indiana Community Foundation provides need-based awards for tuition, fees, and in some cases room, board, or books at accredited postsecondary institutions.
Central Indiana Community Foundation

US $1,000

T. Llyle and Marion S. Keith Scholarship

Applications due Feb 2, 2027

Community Foundation of Henderson County

Individuals, families, organizations and businesses establish funds at the Foundation to carry out their charitable giving now and in the future.

Community Foundation of Henderson County is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, public charity, governed by a volunteer board of directors, that has been assisting donors fulfill their philanthropic dreams since 1982.

Our Mission: Helping people who care make lasting contributions to causes that matter.

Scholarships

Community Foundation of Henderson County's Scholarship Program began in 1984. Thanks to the generosity of passionate donors, over 2,000 traditional and non-traditional students have been provided more than $10 million in scholarships to pursue higher education.

T. Llyle and Marion S. Keith Scholarship

The applicant must be a graduating senior or a graduate of a public high school in Henderson County. This scholarship is not based on merit (however, must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0 or better), but on financial need. Students must be pursuing their undergraduate education in a two or four year accredited institution.

The schlarship is renewable.

Community Foundation of Henderson County

US $1,000

Healthcare Scholarship Funding for Students from Samaritan Health Services

Applications due Feb 19, 2027
East Linn County college students in medical fields can access funding through Samaritan Health Services’ Lebanon Community Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship, which awards US $1,000. Applicants must have completed at least one term in an accepted medical program and meet Linn County residency, schooling, or parent residency criteria; Marion County, Kentucky students may not be eligible.
Samaritan Health Services

US $2,000

Marion County Scholarship Funding via San Antonio Area Foundation

Applications due Feb 24, 2027
High school seniors and undergraduate students pursuing associate, bachelor’s, or technical/vocational degrees can receive US $2,000 for tuition, fees, and books through the Rapier Education Fund. Focused on higher education, San Antonio Area Foundation invites eligible students living in select Texas and Florida counties, including those from Marion County, Kentucky nonprofits’ service areas, to apply; awards are renewable for up to three years.
San Antonio Area Foundation

US $1,000

FBi Construction Scholarship

Applications due Feb 28, 2027

About Us

We are one of over 900 community foundations in the US. We serve the 7 county Pee Dee region of South Carolina. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in our area of the state.

Who We Are

Eastern Carolina Community Foundation, founded in 2006, is the newest community foundation in South Carolina. We have a permanent endowment to meet the changing needs of the Pee Dee.

  • We foster philanthropy.
  • We build resources for nonprofits.
  • We support our local communities.

FBi Construction Scholarship

FBi Construction created a scholarship fund at ECCF in 2017 to encourage students to enter the construction industry. This interest stems from a strong belief in education and a commitment to improve the quality of life where they do business. This scholarship funding will improve the talent pool which maintains FBi’s commitment to excellence.

Eastern Carolina Community Foundation

Up to US $2,000

Vocational Education Funding from Community Foundation

Applications due Mar 16, 2027
Graduating high school seniors pursuing vocational or technical programs at accredited two-year or trade schools can receive up to US $2,000 through the Polk County Tech Scholarship, renewable for one year. With a mission to support education, Community Foundation of the Ozarks provides this award for students from specified Missouri high schools, not organizations in Marion County, Kentucky.
Community Foundation of the Ozarks Inc.

US $1,000 - US $10,000

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 $1,000

Samaritan Health Services Medical Education Grants

Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Students pursuing higher education in a human medical field can receive US $1,000 for tuition, books, and required program supplies through scholarships from Samaritan Health Services. Although funded by a Linn County, Oregon hospital service area, Marion County, Kentucky nonprofits supporting such students may help them identify and apply if they meet the residency requirements.
Samaritan Health Services

More than US $1,000

Health Education Scholarships for Students from Samaritan Health Services

Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees in health-related fields, including those connected to Marion County, Kentucky, can apply for more than US $1,000 to support their education. With a mission to sustain excellent health care providers, Samaritan Health Services offers this scholarship, giving special consideration to current health workers, U.S. military members or veterans, and students at select Oregon institutions.
Samaritan Health Services

US $1,500

Marion County Medical Education Funding via Samaritan Health Services

Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Students pursuing medical or paramedical degrees who live in Lincoln County can access scholarship support for health education through the Mary Decker Scholarship, part of Samaritan Health Services’ programs. Grants from Samaritan Health Services help Marion County, Kentucky residents interested in higher medical education explore this opportunity, with awards of US $1,500 for accredited programs.
Samaritan Health Services

US $1,500

Samaritan Health Services Grants for Marion County Healthcare Training

Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Students and current healthcare workers pursuing medical or technical training can receive up to US $1,500 for tuition through the North Lincoln Hospital Foundation Medical Training Scholarship, open to applicants in Marion County, Kentucky. Focused on medical education and professional training, Samaritan Health Services invites those studying nursing, imaging, lab sciences, and related fields to apply.
Samaritan Health Services

Up to US $1,000

Samaritan Health Services Nursing Grants in Kentucky

Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Students in Marion County, Kentucky pursuing RN, BSN, or MSN degrees can receive up to US $1,000 for tuition, books, and school fees through the Nursing Excellence Scholarship. Focused on nursing education, Samaritan Health Services invites applicants in good academic standing, with preference for current Samaritan employees, to support their final year of accredited nursing programs.
Samaritan Health Services

Unspecified amount

Marion County Medical Education Funding via Samaritan

Applications due Apr 10, 2027
Marion County, Kentucky students pursuing higher education in medically related fields can access funding through Samaritan Health Services’ Benton County–Virginia Welch Scholarship. High school seniors, undergraduates, and graduate students enrolled in or accepted to hospital-focused medical programs may be eligible. This scholarship supports future health care providers through higher and professional medical education.
Samaritan Health Services

Approximately US $5,000

Samaritan Health Services Grants for Oregon Medical Education

Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Marion County, Kentucky students pursuing accredited medical education can access funding through Samaritan Health Services’ Frank Girod, MD, Medical Scholarship, which awards approximately US $5,000 for medical school costs. Applicants must have their primary residence in specified east Linn County, Oregon communities and demonstrate dependable performance and commitment to the medical profession.
Samaritan Health Services

Approximately US $1,000

Samaritan Health Services Support for Nursing Education

Applications due May 29, 2027
Caregivers and certified nursing assistants pursuing continued nursing education can receive approximately US $1,000 for tuition and related college expenses. With a mission to strengthen health education, Samaritan Health Services provides scholarships that may benefit Marion County, Kentucky nonprofits supporting local CNAs and caregivers seeking advanced nursing training.
Samaritan Health Services

US $3,000

Samaritan Health Services Nursing Grants in Oregon

Applications due Jul 17, 2027
Adult learners in Lincoln County, Oregon pursuing registered nursing education can receive up to US $3,000 for tuition and training through the Gribler Loving Trust Nursing Education Scholarship. Grants from Samaritan Health Services support higher and adult education in nursing; Marion County, Kentucky nonprofits may share this with local residents who plan to study and work in Oregon.
Samaritan Health Services

Up to US $10,000

Marion County Community Services Funding via Central Kentucky Community Foundation

Applications due Aug 1, 2027
Marion County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services, programs, or organizational needs can access funding through Central Kentucky Community Foundation, with awards up to US $10,000. Eligible organizations must operate within CKCF’s nine-county region and may request capacity building, capital improvement, or programming support for local projects.
Central Kentucky Community Foundation

Unspecified amount

Marion County Inclusion Funding via Central Kentucky Community Foundation

Applications due Aug 1, 2027
501(c)(3) nonprofits with missions aligned to Central Kentucky Community Foundation and serving Marion County, Kentucky can apply for the Marvin and Joyce Benjamin Fund to support projects that foster kindness, understanding, and inclusiveness. Eligible programs combat hatred, bigotry, and anti-Semitism and must expend grant funds within the CKCF nine-county region.
Central Kentucky Community Foundation

Up to US $1,000

Samaritan Health Services Grants for Midwifery Education

Applications due Aug 15, 2027
Women pursuing midwifery or doula education who have a primary residence in Benton, Linn, or Lincoln County can receive up to US $1,000 for accredited training through the Jeanne Hazleton Scholarship. Focused on medical and higher education, Samaritan Health Services invites students, including those with community service, who may also serve areas like Marion County, Kentucky in their careers.
Samaritan Health Services

US $2,000

Angela G. Muns Nursing Scholarship

Applications due Aug 17, 2027

Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County 

The mission of the Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County is to enhance the quality of life for all residents of our community by fostering philanthropy and stewarding charitable resources. We strive to identify and address the most pressing needs in our area, and to support innovative solutions that create positive, sustainable change. Through partnerships with donors, nonprofits, and other community leaders, we seek to build a thriving, inclusive, and resilient community that provides opportunities for all to succeed.

Angelica G. Muns Nursing Scholarship

The Community Foundation for Ocala Marion County is pleased to administer the Angelica G. Muns Nursing Scholarship.

Mrs. Muns, a United States Airforce Lt. Colonel, was a registered nurse who served during World War II. Her love of her service and her profession led to her desire to establish a nursing scholarship to ensure that those wanting to excel in the field of nursing had the opportunity to attend school to become an RN or BSN.

Mrs. Muns and her husband were provided excellent healthcare in Marion County and her scholarship is established for those students who plan on staying in Marion County and working at a Marion County acute healthcare facility.

Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA through the duration of nursing school. 

The Community Foundation For Ocala Marion County Inc

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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 Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion 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

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