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Arkansas Community Development Grants

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Strategic Planning Grant Program
$150,000
Delta Regional Authority (DRA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to under-resourced communities in the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions to develop strategic plans that address local economic development challenges.

Community Development
City or township governments
Giving Tree Grant Program
$4,000
Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 21, 2026

This program provides funding to local nonprofits, schools, and government agencies in select counties to support projects that address community needs such as early literacy, food security, and animal welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Conservation Partners Program
$1,000,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 12, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to nonprofit organizations, local and state governments, tribal entities, and educational institutions to promote conservation practices and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers on private working lands.

Environment
Nonprofits
The Arkansas Heritage Grant
$5,000
Arkansas Division of Arkansas Heritage (DAH)
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Oct 10, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and community groups in Arkansas for projects that celebrate and promote the state's cultural, historic, and natural heritage.

Arts
Nonprofits
Entergy Charitable Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Entergy Charitable Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in the southern United States to support initiatives that enhance education, workforce development, poverty alleviation, and environmental stewardship in local communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Main Street Fort Smith Mini-Grant Program
$7,500
Arkansas Department of Heritage (Main Street Arkansas)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 14, 2025

This program provides matching funds to downtown Fort Smith property and business owners for projects that enhance the historical and architectural character of the area.

Community Development
Small businesses
City of Jonesboro CDBG Public Services Program
Contact for amount
City of Jonesboro
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to not-for-profit organizations serving low-income communities in Jonesboro, Arkansas, for new or expanded public services and infrastructure improvements.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arts for Lifelong Learning Mini-Grants
$2,000
Arkansas Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support for community organizations to host short-term artist residencies that engage veterans in hands-on artistic activities, promoting expression and healing.

Arts
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Behavioral Health Grants
$250,000
Blue & You Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in Arkansas that are focused on improving mental health and substance use services for residents through innovative programs and outreach efforts.

Health
Nonprofits
Community Health Improvement Grants
$150,000
CommonSpirit Health
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 14, 2025

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations partnering with hospitals to improve health outcomes for vulnerable and underserved populations in their communities.

Health
Nonprofits
MartinConnects Fund
$8,000
MartinFed
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 20, 2025

This grant provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and public entities in specific U.S. regions for initiatives addressing homelessness, STEM education, veterans' services, and support for women and children.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Artistic Innovations Grant Program
$15,000
Mid-America Arts Alliance
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 28, 2025

This program provides funding to artists and nonprofit organizations in six states to create and present innovative new works that engage the public and serve underserved communities.

Arts
Individuals
Transportation Alternatives Program
Contact for amount
Arkansas Department of Transportation
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2024

This program provides funding to Arkansas communities for projects that improve transportation options and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

Transportation
City or township governments
Advertising Assistance Grants Program
Contact for amount
Hot Springs Advertising and Promotion Commission
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 7, 2026

This program provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Hot Springs, Arkansas, to promote events that attract tourists and stimulate local economic growth.

Arts
Nonprofits
Monarch Butterfly and Pollinators Conservation Fund
$300,000
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF)
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 22, 2025

This grant provides funding for conservation projects that restore and enhance habitats for monarch butterflies and other native pollinators, targeting nonprofit organizations, government entities, tribal groups, and educational institutions.

Environment
Nonprofits
Summit Cares Charitable Giving Grant Program
$10,000
Arkansas Oklahoma Gas
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 5, 2026

This program provides financial support to nonprofit organizations in the Arkansas Oklahoma Gas service area that address essential community needs in areas such as food security, housing stability, environmental conservation, and STEAM education.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Arkansas Community Assistance Grant Program
$1,500,000
Arkansas Economic Development Commission (AEDC)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This program provides funding to Arkansas cities, counties, towns, and nonprofits for community development projects like building or renovating public facilities and supporting operational needs.

Community Development
City or township governments
2025 Marion and Miriam Rose Fund
Contact for amount
Marion and Miriam Rose Fund
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 15, 2024

This funding opportunity supports childcare facilities in Little Rock, Arkansas, that serve vulnerable children, including those in foster care, with a focus on organizations operating on budgets under $1 million.

Youth
Nonprofits
Safe and Resilient Places Community Solutions Grant
$300,000
Community Foundation of Greater Memphis
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 6, 2025

This funding opportunity provides multi-year support to local organizations in Memphis and Shelby County that are dedicated to creating safe and resilient neighborhoods by addressing the root causes of crime and insecurity through community-driven solutions.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Assisi Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
The Assisi Foundation of Memphis
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 25, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Greater Memphis area that are focused on creating sustainable, positive change in health, education, social justice, arts, and community development.

Education
Nonprofits