Enbridge Grants for Mercer County Communities
Enbridge
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adair County, Kentucky +636 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
Nonprofits and community organizations in Mercer County, Kentucky, working near Enbridge operations can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 for safety, youth, social services, or environmental initiatives. Enbridge supports safe, vibrant, and sustainable communities through donations, sponsorships, and in-kind support in eligible areas along its North American pipeline network.
Community / Public Safety
Sustainability
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
+12 more
Catholic Campus Ministry Funding from Newman Foundation
Newman Foundation Inc.
Private
Anderson County, Kentucky, Bath County, Kentucky +48 more
US $500 - US $1,000
Catholic student groups, Newman Center-sponsored organizations, and Catholic clubs in Mercer County, Kentucky can receive US $500 - US $1,000 for projects that promote worship, fellowship, or service. Newman Foundation supports youth faith formation and campus ministry initiatives that align with the Newman Apostolate and the Catholic Diocese of Lexington.
Catholicism
Religious / Theological Education
Youth Development & Leadership
Affordable Housing Grants for Kentucky Communities via DLG
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Focused on equitable and affordable housing, the Kentucky Department for Local Government invites Mercer County, Kentucky local governments to seek Community Development Block Grant Housing Program support for safe, decent, and sanitary housing projects. Eligible projects must benefit low- to moderate-income residents, address slums or blight, or meet urgent community development needs, with awards up to US $1,000,000.
Equitable & Affordable Housing
Water Infrastructure Grants for Kentucky Communities via Department for Local Government
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
US $300,000 - US $3,000,000
Local government entities in Mercer County, Kentucky can apply for Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities funding to develop or improve water and wastewater systems. Awards range from US $300,000 - US $3,000,000 for projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents, address slums or blight, or meet urgent community development needs.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water
Water Resource Management
Kentucky Department for Local Government Recovery Grants in Mercer County
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $200,000
Existing Recovery Kentucky substance abuse centers providing homelessness and crisis intervention services in Mercer County, Kentucky can seek operational funding to support their programs. Kentucky Department for Local Government supports addiction treatment, supportive housing, and related public services statewide through the Community Development Block Grant Public Services program, offering up to US $200,000 per award.
Crisis Intervention
Homelessness Services
Addiction & Substance Use Disorders
+1 more
Kentucky Department Economic Development Grants in Mercer County
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Kentucky cities and counties in Mercer County, Kentucky can access economic development funding to create or retain jobs and support low- and moderate-income residents, with awards up to US $1,000,000 per community. The Kentucky Department for Local Government’s CDBG Economic Development funds may support traditional job-creation projects or non-traditional activities benefiting low- and moderate-income persons.
Economic Services & Development
Human & Social Services
Job Creation
Community Development Funding from LG&E and KU Foundation
Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations in eligible Kentucky and Virginia counties, including Mercer County, can seek support for programs in economic development, education, environment, and diversity. Focused on community improvement, LG&E and KU Foundation invites initiatives such as STEM education, K–12 and higher education projects, environmental excellence, and inclusion efforts; organizations may receive one award per year.
Education - K through 12
Education - Higher Education
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
+3 more
Community Facility Grants for Kentucky Localities via Kentucky Department for Local Government
Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $850,000
Cities and counties in Mercer County, Kentucky (excluding specified entitlement cities) can apply for up to US $850,000 to develop community facilities such as senior centers, crisis centers, fire stations, and other services for low-income residents. With a mission to strengthen community development, Kentucky Department for Local Government administers these HUD Community Development Block Grant Community Projects funds.
Basic Human Needs
Senior Services
Crisis Intervention
+4 more
Catholic Extension Church Facility Grants in Mercer County
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Up to US $100,000
Catholic dioceses and parishes serving Mercer County, Kentucky in Extension dioceses can seek up to US $100,000 for construction, expansion, or renovation of churches and related ministry spaces. Grants from Catholic Extension help under-resourced Catholic communities fund minor repairs, furnishings, and major building projects through both direct support and matching challenges.
Catholicism
Catholic Extension Grants for Mercer County Catholicism
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Mercer County, Kentucky Catholic organizations in approved Extension Dioceses can access funding through Catholic Extension to sustain basic pastoral and administrative services in under-resourced communities. Support covers salary subsidies for priests, women religious, lay leaders, and key administrators, as well as essential operating costs like heating, minister travel, and other core ministry resources.
Catholicism
Catholic Leadership Training Grants for Dioceses via Catholic Extension
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Mercer County, Kentucky Catholic dioceses and parishes can access funding through Catholic Extension to recruit, educate, and provide ongoing formation for seminarians, deacons, and lay or religious leaders. Only designated Extension Dioceses approved by Catholic Extension’s Board of Governors may apply, supporting tuition, professional development, recruitment, and specialized skills training for church ministers.
Catholicism
Mercer County Catholic Youth Funding via Catholic Extension
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic dioceses and parishes serving Mercer County, Kentucky youth can seek funding to create, sustain, or expand Catholic faith formation ministries for children, teens, young adults, and families. Focused on Catholic youth and young adult ministry, Catholic Extension supports campus ministry, parish youth programs, religious education, and leadership development in eligible Extension dioceses.
Catholicism
Building Capacity Grants
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
The Building Capacity Grants by Catholic Extension aim to enhance the financial and operational capabilities of dioceses. This initiative focuses on funding projects that promote efficiency, financial stability, and effective fiscal management, ultimately fostering a self-sustaining community. Eligible programs include fundraising development initiatives and operational assessments, ensuring resources are utilized efficiently while supporting professional development for church leadership. This grant empowers dioceses to strengthen their foundations for future growth.
Catholicism
Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic Extension's Enhancing Pastoral and Social Ministry Grants aim to empower the church to broaden its outreach and foster societal transformation through targeted pastoral and social initiatives. This program supports specific elements of the church's ministerial efforts, including funding for catechetical resources, marriage and family ministries, and social outreach for vulnerable populations. By investing in these areas, Catholic Extension seeks to enhance the church's role in communities, especially following disasters.
Catholicism
Family Services
Homelessness Services
+3 more
Catholic Extension Support for Catholic School Leaders
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Catholic school educators in Mercer County, Kentucky seeking leadership development can apply for Catholic Extension’s Catholic School Leadership Development Grant, which funds graduate-level training in Catholic school administration. Dioceses and schools in eligible Extension Dioceses may nominate 1–3 promising leaders for this one-year online certificate, building local leadership capacity and strengthening K–12 Catholic education.
Education - K through 12
Catholicism
Religious / Theological Education
Catholic Extension Support for Catholic Dioceses
Catholic Extension
Association/Society
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Accomack County, Virginia +994 more
Unspecified amount
Mission dioceses serving Mercer County, Kentucky can apply for Catholic Extension’s Francis Grants to fund major diocesan events and leadership development. These grants support occasions such as a new bishop’s ordination, special diocesan anniversaries, papal visits, or a bishop’s continuing education in pre-approved poor dioceses across the U.S.
Catholicism
Enbridge First Responder Grants in Mercer County
Enbridge
Corporate
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adair County, Kentucky +636 more
US $1,000 - US $10,000
Emergency response organizations in Mercer County, Kentucky can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to purchase safety equipment, fund professional training, or deliver safety education programs. With a mission to strengthen community safety, Enbridge provides eligible fire, EMS, 9-1-1, ambulance, law enforcement, and emergency management agencies near its operations with this support.
First Responders
LG&E and KU Habitat Grants in Mercer County
Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
US $500 - US $5,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and local government programs in Mercer County, Kentucky can receive US $500 - US $5,000 for tree-planting projects that restore habitats and ecosystems. LG&E and KU Foundation supports urban, suburban, or rural planting in forests, parks, and along roadways for applicants with a proven record of successful tree planting.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration
Mercer County Community Funding via Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Adair County, Oklahoma +758 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and qualified local government entities in Mercer County, Kentucky can apply for Georgia-Pacific Foundation’s community grants to support education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment initiatives. Eligible applicants must be located within 30 miles of a Georgia-Pacific manufacturing community and serve communities where Georgia-Pacific operates.
Education
Environment
Community Development & Revitalization
+4 more
Spectrum Digital Literacy Grants in Mercer County
Charter Communications / Spectrum Mobile LLC
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Acadia Parish, Louisiana +1125 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing technology access and digital literacy programs for families or seniors in Mercer County, Kentucky, can apply for US $2,500 - US $50,000 to expand existing efforts. Spectrum supports programs in its service markets that address the digital divide, partner with low-income or multicultural communities, and demonstrate measurable, lasting impact.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy
Field Trip Funding from Blue Grass Community Foundation
Blue Grass Community Foundation, Inc.
Private
Bourbon County, Kentucky, Boyle County, Kentucky +12 more
Up to US $2,000
K-12 schools and 501(c)(3) homeschool collectives in Mercer County, Kentucky can receive up to US $2,000 to cover student field trips to eligible Kentucky State Parks and Historic Sites. With a mission to extend classroom learning, Blue Grass Community Foundation supports transportation, admission, meals, and other trip-related costs through this reimbursement-based program.
After School / Summer Educational Programs
Mercer County Community Funding via Corning
Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy
Corporate
Alameda County, California, Alexander County, North Carolina +100 more
Unspecified amount
Nonprofit organizations running community-based education, human services, or cultural programs in Mercer County, Kentucky may be eligible for this corporate funding, by invitation only. With a mission to strengthen communities, Corning Incorporated Community Impact & Investment Philanthropy supports nonprofits within 20 miles of its major business locations across multiple U.S. counties.
Art & Culture
Disaster Relief / Humanitarian Aid
Art Education
+10 more
Eldon & Mary Jean Jensen Family Scholarship
South Dakota Community Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
Eldon & Mary Jean Jensen Family Scholarship
The Jensen Family Scholarship was established by Eldon and Mary Jean Jensen to inspire graduating seniors to return and contribute to their hometown communities. Throughout their lives, Eldon and Mary Jean have dedicated themselves to serving and supporting the communities of Faith, Lemmon, Bison, Hettinger, and beyond— with a spirit of generosity and community commitment.
Awarded fall semester of sophomore year.
To provide financial support to graduates of high schools in the Lemmon, SD area.
Education - Higher Education
Vocational & Trade Education
Mildred Soefer Scholarship Fund Award
Jewish Community Foundation
Private
United States
US $500 - US $3,500
The Mildred Soefer Scholarship Fund Award offers financial support to Jewish students from Burlington, Camden, or Gloucester Counties who are pursuing higher education or vocational training. Applicants are required to have a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrate financial need. The scholarship may cover tuition, books, and living expenses. This fund aims to foster educational growth within the community and encourages applicants to apply for multiple awards they may qualify for.
Education - Higher Education
Education - High School
Academic Scholarship Programs
+1 more
Eugene and Nadine Stegelmeyer Scholarship
The Community Foundation of Northern Nevada
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Eugene and Nadine Stegelmeyer Scholarship, established by the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada, supports students pursuing post-secondary and graduate studies in teaching and geriatrics. Eligible applicants include graduating seniors from Washoe County High Schools or those enrolled in relevant programs at accredited institutions. This scholarship aims to alleviate the financial burden of tuition costs while encouraging academic excellence and dedication to the fields of education and geriatrics.
Education - Higher Education
BRAIN Initiative: Data Archives for the BRAIN Initiative
US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The BRAIN Initiative aims to create web-accessible data archives to enhance research on brain science by offering tools for data analysis and visualization. This effort, led by the National Institute of Mental Health in collaboration with other NIH Institutes, seeks to establish a framework for rigorous data sharing and collaboration across various sub-domains. The initiative will enable the scientific community to access standardized and comprehensive data archives to support innovative neurotechnology research.
Cell Biology
Neuroscience
Functional Target Validation for Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias
National Institutes of Health
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) aims to support innovative research for validating therapeutic targets in Alzheimer's Disease-Related Dementias (ADRD). This initiative focuses on overcoming barriers in treatment development by ensuring well-validated targets linked to disease mechanisms. By employing a phased award mechanism, NINDS seeks to enhance the rigor of target validation, facilitating the transition from basic discoveries to clinical applications, ultimately accelerating the development of effective therapeutic strategies.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease