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Rooted in Health: Establish or Expand Accredited Dental Hygiene Programs
$9,900,000
Kentucky Department for Public Health (DPH)
State

Application Deadline

May 22, 2026

Date Added

Apr 23, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed to help nonprofit educational institutions in Kentucky establish or expand accredited dental hygiene programs to improve access to preventive oral health services in underserved rural communities.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
The C.e. and S. Foundation’s
Contact for amount
The C.E. and S. Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 17, 2023

This grant provides funding to support programs that help individuals and families in Louisville, Kentucky, build resilience and thrive through caregiver engagement, social-emotional support, academic assistance, and postsecondary education success.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
Peoples Bank Foundation Grant
Contact for amount
Peoples Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in specific regions to support programs that assist low- to moderate-income individuals and families in areas such as community development, education, health services, arts, and the environment.

Community Development
Nonprofits
American Electric Power Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
American Electric Power Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2024

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations and government entities that improve education, address essential human needs, promote social justice, and support environmental stewardship in communities served by American Electric Power.

Energy
Nonprofits
Carter County Community Fund Grant
$1,000
Foundation for the Tri-State Community
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for various community projects in Carter County, Kentucky, aimed at improving local life and addressing community challenges.

Education
Nonprofits
Governor’s Awards in the Arts
Contact for amount
Kentucky Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

May 31, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This program honors individuals, organizations, and educators who have made significant contributions to the arts in Kentucky, celebrating their dedication and impact on the arts community.

Arts
Individuals
Greenup County Green Fund Grant
$5,000
Foundation for the Tri-State Community
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 26, 2024

This funding opportunity supports projects that improve and preserve the natural environment in Greenup County, Kentucky, through physical enhancements and educational initiatives.

Environment
Nonprofits
Marilyn and William Young Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Marilyn and William Young Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 2, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support leadership development, accessible arts, family support systems, and community needs for residents of Owensboro and Daviess County, Kentucky.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Area Development Program
Contact for amount
Appalachian Regional Commission
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 31, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to state and local governments in the Appalachian Region for projects that enhance critical infrastructure and promote business and workforce development to stimulate economic growth and resilience.

Community Development
Special district governments
The Linda and Jerry Bruckheimer Preservation Fund for Kentucky
$10,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This grant provides financial support to public agencies and nonprofit organizations in Kentucky for the preservation and maintenance of historic buildings, landscapes, and communities.

Community Development
Nonprofits
The Dow Last Mile Fund for Manufacturing & Skilled Trades
$5,000
Last Mile Education Fund
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This initiative provides financial support to students in manufacturing and skilled trades programs at colleges near Dow facilities, helping them overcome financial barriers to complete their education and advance their careers.

Workforce Development
Individuals
National Trust Preservation Funds (NTPF)
$5,000
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Private

Application Deadline

Jun 1, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local nonprofits and public agencies in designated U.S. states to initiate and promote community-driven historic preservation projects.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Teaching Art Together Grant
$3,200
Kentucky Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Sep 1, 2026

Date Added

Apr 10, 2025

This grant provides funding for short-term artist residencies in Kentucky schools, enabling teachers and professional artists to collaborate on creative projects that enhance arts education for pre-K through 12th-grade students.

Arts
Independent school districts
Hayswood Foundation Grant Program
$100,000
Hayswood Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Aug 1, 2026

Date Added

Jun 6, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that promote mental or physical health and education for communities in northeastern Kentucky and southeastern Ohio.

Health
Nonprofits
U.S. Bank Foundation Opportunity Fund
$500,000
U.S. Bank Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 28, 2026

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that support affordable housing, economic resilience, financial health, homeownership, and small business development for low- and moderate-income communities across 26 states.

Community Development
Nonprofits
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Keeneland Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Keeneland Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This funding opportunity supports Kentucky-based nonprofit organizations focused on improving the quality of life for residents through projects in areas like health, education, and social welfare.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Marilyn & William Young Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Marilyn & William Young Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Owensboro and Daviess County to support leadership development, accessible arts experiences, family support systems, and urgent community needs.

Capacity Building
Nonprofits
Technical Skills Partner Grants Mini Tech Skills
$24,999
Best Buy Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 9, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations that create hands-on STEAM workshops for underserved youth, enhancing technical skills and career exploration opportunities within the Best Buy Teen Tech Centers network.

Education
Nonprofits
​Family Child Care (FCC) Provider Grant
$5,000
Kentucky Department for Community Based Services
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2024

Date Added

Jan 29, 2024

Grant Opportunity: Family Child Care (FCC) Provider Grant Funding Organization: Division of Child Care (DCC) Contact Information: Mary Busbee at Mary.Busbee@ky.gov Award Details: One-time grants of up to $5,000 are available to assist in paying for fees and purchasing items needed to establish and open a regulated Family Child Care Home. The funds aim to support new providers in creating a safe and secure program for children. The grant opportunity is open until June 30, 2024. Eligibility: The application must be completed in partnership between the Provider and the Family Child Care Network Agency. The Division of Child Care is specifically targeting individuals starting new family childcare homes across Kentucky. Other Information: The Division of Child Care aims to increase the capacity for childcare services across the state, supporting families with small classroom sizes and nontraditional hours. The goal is to provide financial stability for childcare facilities, allowing providers to focus on delivering high-quality services and establishing functional childcare structures in their communities. This grant opportunity will contribute to building strong support systems for children in Kentucky. For more information and to access the application, please visit this Microsoft Word link: [link provided].

Youth
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