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Best Pendleton County Grants for Nonprofits in Kentucky

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ArtsWave Support for Pendleton County Arts

ArtsWave (Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts)
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +13 more
Up to US $10,000
Nonprofits and other groups creating arts or cultural heritage projects for the LGBTQIA+ community in Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek funding to promote inclusive arts experiences. ArtsWave supports projects that advance Cincinnati’s reputation as a welcoming community, offering up to US $25,000 for new or existing LGBTQIA+ arts programming with cohesive goals.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation Art for Social Change Sexuality & LGBTQIA+ Rights +1 more

Affordable Housing 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
Up to US $1,000,000
Local government entities in Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek funding to develop decent, safe, sanitary and affordable housing through the Kentucky Department for Local Government’s Community Development Block Grant Housing Program. Projects must meet CDBG national objectives such as benefiting low- and moderate-income residents, eliminating blight, or addressing urgent community development needs, with awards up to US $1,000,000.
Equitable & Affordable Housing

Water Infrastructure Grants for Local Governments via Kentucky 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 Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek $300,000 - $3,000,000 from the Kentucky Department for Local Government to develop or improve water and wastewater systems. Focused on sanitation and clean drinking water, this Community Development Block Grant Public Facilities funding supports projects that benefit low- to moderate-income residents or address urgent community development needs.
Sanitation & Clean Drinking Water Water Resource Management

Kentucky Department for Local Government Recovery Grants in Pendleton County

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $200,000
Nonprofit-operated Recovery Kentucky substance abuse centers in Pendleton County, Kentucky can receive operational support to serve people experiencing or at risk of homelessness and those referred by the judicial system. Kentucky Department for Local Government administers these Community Development Block Grant Public Services funds, which provide up to US $200,000 in 2026 for eligible centers’ ongoing services.
Crisis Intervention Homelessness Services Addiction & Substance Use Disorders +1 more

Duke Energy Foundation Grants for Pendleton Nonprofits

The Duke Energy Foundation
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Adams County, Ohio +250 more
Up to US $20,000
Focused on community development and climate resiliency, the Duke Energy Foundation invites Pendleton County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) public charities and government entities to apply for grants up to US $20,000. Funding supports workforce development, K–12 energy education, environmental conservation, climate resilience, disaster preparedness, and opportunity and inclusion initiatives in communities served by Duke Energy and Piedmont Natural Gas.
Renewable/Sustainable Energy Environmental Conservation Education - K through 12 +16 more

Kentucky Department Economic Development Grants in Pendleton County

Kentucky Department for Local Government
State/Local Government
Adair County, Kentucky, Allen County, Kentucky +116 more
Up to US $1,000,000
Local governments in Pendleton County, Kentucky can access economic development funding through the Kentucky Department for Local Government to support projects that create or retain jobs, expand affordable housing, improve infrastructure, or enhance community facilities and services. Grants up to US $1,000,000 per community must primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents or address urgent community development needs.
Economic Services & Development Human & Social Services Job Creation

Health, Education, Arts Funding from Millstone Fund

Millstone Fund
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +14 more
US $10,000 - US $50,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving Greater Cincinnati residents with health, education, or arts programs, including Pendleton County, Kentucky, can seek funding for capacity building, capital, general operating, projects, or innovation seed efforts. With a mission to build a more equitable, vibrant community, Millstone Fund provides US $10,000 - US $50,000 for impactful, data-informed initiatives.
Art & Culture Education Health Care Access & Delivery

Community Facilities Funding for Kentucky Municipalities via DLG

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 Pendleton County, Kentucky seeking to develop community facilities like senior centers, crisis centers, and fire stations can apply for up to US $850,000 in Community Development Block Grant Community Projects funding. With a mission to strengthen community development, Kentucky Department for Local Government provides support for projects serving low- and moderate-income residents and addressing urgent local needs.
Basic Human Needs Senior Services Crisis Intervention +4 more

ArtsWave’s Circle Grants

ArtsWave (Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts)
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +13 more
Up to US $10,000
ArtsWave’s Circle Grants aim to promote and celebrate Black and African American arts experiences in the Cincinnati region. Established in 1927, ArtsWave raises funds to support diverse artistic expressions and drive social impact in the community. Eligible organizations must be non-profits with a majority of their expenditures dedicated to arts activities and be based in the Cincinnati-Middletown area. This initiative seeks to foster inclusivity and cultural heritage through innovative projects.
Arts / Culture Access & Participation Black American Culture & Heritage

Robert and Adele Schiff Family Foundation Grants

Robert And Adele Schiff Family Foundation Inc
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +14 more
Unspecified amount

Robert And Adele Schiff Family Foundation Inc

The Robert and Adele Schiff Family Foundation was started by Robert (Bob) and Adele Schiff in 2003, though earlier iterations of a family foundation, with a very slight variation in name, stretch back to 1983. Bob, who grew up in Price Hill, and Adele, raised in Fairview Heights, came from modest backgrounds and felt immensely fortunate about their success over the years. As a result, they established a foundation that could support organizations vital to their community. Their hope was mostly to give back, largely in thanks for all that the community had done for them during their lives. Since 2006, the Schiff Foundation has donated approximately $200 million to organizations, at a current rate of at least $15 million annually.

The Robert and Adele Schiff Family Foundation is dedicated to assisting organizations, primarily in the fields of education and children's health, that seek to improve, transform, and enhance lives and communities.

Robert and Adele Schiff Family Foundation Grants

Our primary focus is on education and children's health, particularly in the Greater Cincinnati community, but we are also invested in supporting the arts and culture as well as human services. While our giving history reveals several focal points – the humanities, cancer survivorship, college scholarships, Cincinnati public education – other gifts speak to our objective of giving back to those organizations that have sustained and enhanced our lives.

Art & Culture Education Children’s Health & Pediatrics +1 more

Duke Energy Foundation Grants for Pendleton County

The Duke Energy Foundation
Corporate
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +5 more
Up to US $20,000
Pendleton County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits and government entities can access funding for economic development, climate resiliency, and equity initiatives, with awards up to US $20,000. Local organizations working on workforce training, environmental projects, disaster preparedness, STEM education, or opportunity and inclusion efforts may be eligible for year-round Local Impact Grants from the Duke Energy Foundation.
Economic Services & Development Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Climate Change Resilience & Equity +6 more

Rotary Foundation of Cincinnati Grants

Rotary Foundation Of Cincinnati
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +14 more
Up to US $10,000

Our Club

Club 17 Description

The Rotary Club of Cincinnati is the preeminent professional service organization for men and women. Club 17’s service to others focuses on children with disabilities in the Tri-state area through its partnerships with Stepping Stones/Camp Allyn, the Roselawn Condon School and other outreach efforts. The Rotary Club of Cincinnati also supports the global effort to eradicate polio worldwide through Rotary International’s End Polio Now program. We are the 17th oldest Rotary Club worldwide (formed in 1910) and have over 300 members.

A second century of engaged leaders making an impact on our club, community, and the world.

Providing selfless service in the community and the world through involved and engaged members.

Grants

The Rotary Foundation of Cincinnati provides the funding and resources necessary to support the diverse humanitarian efforts of The Rotary Club of Cincinnati. Its primary goal is to support children, particularly those whose future development is impaired by physical, cultural, emotional, financial and social obstacles. To accomplish this goal, The Rotary Foundation of Cincinnati actively solicits and awards grants to non-profit organizations.

Child Welfare Services Disability Care & Services Human & Social Services

Northern Kentucky Creative Placemaking Grant

ArtsWave (Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts)
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +5 more
Up to US $10,000
The Northern Kentucky Creative Placemaking Grant, provided by ArtsWave, aims to enhance arts and cultural heritage projects in Northern Kentucky. This grant supports programming that aligns with ArtsWave's Blueprint for Collective Action, fostering economic vitality and community connection. Eligible projects can receive up to $10,000, with a 1:1 match requirement. The focus is on increasing engagement in the arts, promoting cross-cultural understanding, and enhancing neighborhood vibrancy, particularly in underserved areas.
Art & Culture Community Culture & Heritage Arts / Culture Access & Participation

Dermody Properties Foundation Support for Community Services

Dermody Properties Foundation
Corporate
Adams County, Pennsylvania, Berks County, Pennsylvania +48 more
US $500 - US $3,000
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Pendleton County, Kentucky, offering arts, education, or family and human services programs can seek funding for local community initiatives, especially benefiting children, the elderly, people with disabilities, and those facing homelessness or substance abuse. Grants from Dermody Properties Foundation typically range from US $500 - US $3,000 for organizations located within 30 miles of its projects.
Youth Services Family Services Art & Culture +9 more

Inspire Artist Grants

ArtsWave (Cincinnati Institute of Fine Arts)
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +14 more
Up to US $10,000
The Inspire Artist Grants, funded by ArtsWave and the City of Cincinnati, aim to support under-represented artists in the Greater Cincinnati Region. These grants provide resources for creating impactful artwork that reflects the lived experiences of Black and Brown communities. Emerging artists can apply for up to $5,000, while practicing artists can receive up to $10,000. Successful applicants will showcase their projects in July 2026 and engage in a supportive artist cohort.
Artist Training & Development Arts / Culture Access & Participation Black American Culture & Heritage +1 more

L & L Nippert Grants for Pendleton County Nonprofits

L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation Inc
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +14 more
US $25,000 - US $75,000
Pendleton County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the cultural arts, education, environment, or health can access funding through L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation, with awards from US $25,000 - US $75,000. Eligible projects must benefit Greater Cincinnati Tri-State residents, including Pendleton County, and enhance opportunities in musical or cultural arts, education, environmental initiatives, or health services.
Education Environment Health Care Access & Delivery +1 more

Spectrum Digital Education Grants

Charter Communications / Spectrum Mobile LLC
Corporate
Abbeville County, South Carolina, Acadia Parish, Louisiana +1125 more
US $2,500 - US $50,000
Spectrum Digital Education Grants support nonprofit organizations in educating communities about broadband benefits and usage. These grants aim to bridge the digital divide, particularly for seniors and those with disabilities or ethnically diverse backgrounds. Applicants must demonstrate community partnership, address specific needs, and provide measurable impact metrics. With a focus on financial feasibility and meaningful outcomes, this initiative ensures that underrepresented urban and rural communities gain access to essential digital resources, fostering long-term improvement in their lives.
Technology Access & Digital Literacy

LISC Football Field Grants in Pendleton County

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
Private
Acadia Parish, Louisiana, Adams County, Mississippi +306 more
Up to US $250,000
Nonprofit, neighborhood-based organizations in Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek funding to create or rehabilitate local football fields, improving safety and access to play spaces. LISC’s NFL Foundation Grassroots Program offers up to US $250,000 for capital improvement projects that enhance community football facilities in eligible U.S. cities and counties, including Pendleton County.
Football

Pendleton County Hunger Funding via SpartanNash Foundation

SpartanNash Foundation
Corporate
Adams County, Nebraska, Alexandria City, Virginia +298 more
Unspecified amount
Pendleton County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing food access, homelessness, or military and veterans services can access funding through the SpartanNash Foundation if they are within 30 miles of a SpartanNash office, distribution center, or store. Grants support local “Hunger, Heroes and Hope” initiatives in communities served by SpartanNash locations.
Food Access & Hunger Homelessness Services Military & Veterans Services

Community Programs 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 Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek funding for community programs that advance economic development, education, environment, or diversity initiatives. Focused on these areas, LG&E and KU Foundation invites applicants to propose projects that improve quality of life, including K–12 and higher education, STEM, and inclusive community development efforts.
Education - K through 12 Education - Higher Education Diversity, Equity & Inclusion +3 more

Musical Arts Grants for Nonprofits from Nippert Foundation

L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation Inc
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +14 more
US $25,000 - US $75,000
Pendleton County, Kentucky 501(c)(3) nonprofits enhancing musical or cultural arts can access funding through L & L Nippert Charitable Foundation’s Louise Dieterle Nippert Musical Arts Fund; awards range from US $25,000 - US $75,000. Eligible programs must benefit Greater Cincinnati Tri-State residents in designated Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky counties, including Pendleton County.
Music Performing Arts

FC Cincinnati Foundation Donation Request

Fc Cincinnati Foundation
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +13 more
Unspecified amount

FC Cincinnati Foundation

FC Cincinnati is committed to leaving a legacy, creating something bigger than ourselves, and being the embodiment of a rising Cincinnati. Through our own programs and initiatives, and the support of key partners, we aim to improve the lives of children through the game of soccer and will continue to do our part to create an inclusive community.

FC Cincinnati Foundation’s mission is accomplished primarily through five key programs: Club Ambassadorship through In-School and Out-of-School Programming, Mini Pitch Soccer Builds, West End Pride and Learning Is Cool. These programs help promote and encourage strong academic performance, and serve as catalysts to reinforce character values and improved health for children in the Greater Cincinnati region. The Foundation also serves as FC Cincinnati’s philanthropic arm, making donations and investments to Cincinnati-area organizations that have similar goals and ambitions for the area’s youth.

Donation Request

Donations are a way for FC Cincinnati to give back to local non-profit's as they are hosting fundraisers and events. These donations include, but are not limited to FCC signed merchandise items, FCC apparel items, and on special occasion, tickets to matches. Donations allow FC Cincinnati to show up across the city and support causes that are important to our fans, allowing us to connect with fans in a way that is meaningful to them. These items allow non-profits to use the donation for fundraising efforts and supporting their organization to raise money for a specific cause.

Youth Services Community Development & Revitalization Community Services

Plant for the Planet Grants

Lg&E and Ku Foundation Inc.
Corporate
Adair County, Kentucky, Anderson County, Kentucky +82 more
US $500 - US $5,000
The Plant for the Planet Grants, funded by the Lg&E and Ku Foundation, provide $500 to $5,000 for tree-planting projects across urban, suburban, and rural areas. This initiative encourages nonprofits and local governments within the service territory to enhance their tree-planting efforts. With an annual budget of $75,000, the program aims to support sustainable environmental practices in line with global tree-planting campaigns. Eligible applicants must demonstrate a history of successful projects and comply with utility line regulations.
Habitat & Ecosystem Restoration

R. C. Durr Foundation Grant

R. C. Durr Foundation
Private
Boone County, Kentucky, Bracken County, Kentucky +10 more
Unspecified amount
The R. C. Durr Foundation Grant aims to enhance the quality of life in Northern Kentucky by supporting organizations focused on education, social services, and community development. With a commitment to innovative projects that demonstrate measurable impact and collaboration, the foundation prioritizes initiatives that improve living conditions and foster sustainability. Grants are available year-round, with a response time typically within 90 days, ensuring timely support for impactful community projects.
Education Human & Social Services Health Care Access & Delivery +2 more

Interact for Health Support for Critical Services

Interact For Health
Private
Adams County, Ohio, Boone County, Kentucky +18 more
US $50,000 - US $100,000
Nonprofit organizations providing critical community services in Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek funding to address time-sensitive operational or programmatic needs and sustain civic infrastructure. Focused on health justice and youth well-being, Interact for Health invites applicants serving priority populations, including those working in health access, youth services, immigrant communities, and other underserved groups, to apply for US $50,000 - US $100,000 grants.
Health Care Access & Delivery Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health Youth Services +7 more

Responsive Fund - In-Kind Support for Sustainability Consultations and Capacity Building

Interact For Health
Private
Adams County, Ohio, Boone County, Kentucky +18 more
Up to US $300,000 in in-kind support

About Us

Interact for Health works so that people in our region are healthy and thriving, regardless of who they are or where they live. We advance health justice by tackling the root causes of unfair systems, amplifying community power and partnering with trust.

Responsive Fund

The goal of the Responsive Fund RFP is to address immediate, emerging, or unanticipated needs within the community, recognizing that opportunities to build resilience require dedicated funding.

2) In-Kind Support for Sustainability Consultations and Capacity Building

Participants in this program will receive 1:1 consulting services tailored to an organization’s identified needs. Interact for Health will work with local consultants and community partners based on needs shared by grantee organizations.

Examples of needs include the following:

  • Scenario planning  
  • Legal support 
  • Sustainability and development planning and implementation
  • Diversified funding strategies and implementation
  • Exploring collaboration, partnerships/alliances, shared services, and/or mergers
  • Strategic planning and revisions 

Sustainability Consultations will include up to 30 hours of 1:1 support and will begin in late 2026. 

Immigrant Services Youth Services Poverty Alleviation & Services +7 more

Interact for Health Rural Health Grants

Interact For Health
Private
Adams County, Ohio, Bracken County, Kentucky +12 more
US $10,000 - US $70,000
Nonprofit and community-based organizations working on rural health and social determinants of health in Pendleton County, Kentucky can seek funding to support grassroots efforts improving vital conditions for well-being. With a mission to promote health and well-being, Interact for Health provides US $10,000 - US $70,000 for 12–18 month projects in its eligible rural counties across Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky.
Health Disparities & Social Determinants of Health Rural Health Care

Pendleton County Grants for Nonprofits Highlights

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Last updated: October 5, 2026. Next update: November 1, 2026.

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 Pendleton 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 Pendleton 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 Pendleton 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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