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So, you pulled off a fundraising event. The lights were perfect, the speeches were heartfelt, and nobody (that you know of) cried into the dessert. Success, right?

Not so fast.

The real magic of a fundraising event happens after everyone goes home.
If you want your donors, volunteers, and sponsors to stay excited about your mission, you need a smart follow-up plan, not just a “see you next year” wave.

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Here's exactly what you need to do:

1. Say Thank You Like You Mean It

Thanking people isn’t just good manners. It’s your first (and best) shot at building real, lasting loyalty.

• Send your thank-you’s fast. Aim for 48 hours – a week max. Anything longer feels like you forgot (because honestly, you probably did).
• Make it personal. Skip the “Dear Supporter” nonsense. Mention their gift, their attendance, their whatever – make it about them.
• Mix it up. Use emails, social media shoutouts, handwritten notes, phone calls. No one ever said, “Wow, they thanked me too much.”

Pro Tip: Tell them what their support made possible. Stories beat statistics every day of the week.

2. Share the Highlights and the Heart

Your event was awesome. Now prove it.

• Show the numbers. How much was raised? How many lives will be changed? Brag — humbly, but brag.
• Share the faces. Photos and videos bring your success to life. Post them on social, in newsletters, and splash them across your website.
• Tell the stories. Show exactly how donations will be used and who will benefit. (Hint: This makes your donors the heroes of the story — and everyone wants to be the hero.)

Bottom line: Don’t just share what happened — share why it mattered.

3. Be Transparent About the Money

Money talk makes people squirm. Do it anyway.

• Break it down. Show supporters where the money is going in simple, clear language.
• Connect the dots. “Your $100 is helping send five kids to summer camp” beats “We raised $10,000 for youth services.”
• Own it. Transparency = trust. And trust = donors sticking around for the long haul.

Hard truth: If you don't tell them how the money’s spent, they'll make up their own stories (and those stories usually aren’t pretty).

4. Ask for Feedback (and Actually Listen)

You can think your event was perfect...or you can know what actually worked (and what bombed).

• Send a short survey. Keep it quick and easy – think five questions, tops.
• Ask smart questions. What did they love? What would they change? What would make them bring a friend next time?
• Offer a little carrot. A small prize drawing for survey responders can help boost your feedback numbers.

Remember: Feedback isn’t criticism — it’s free advice from people you want to impress.

5. Recognize Your All-Stars

Everyone loves a little extra love.

• Shout them out. Post thank-you's on your website and socials for major donors, sponsors, and volunteers.
• Get creative. Awards, custom gifts, spotlight posts ...find ways to make your MVPs feel seen.
• Throw a mini-party. Host a small appreciation event (even virtual!) to celebrate your rockstars.

Key tip: When people feel valued, they stick around. When they feel overlooked, they ghost you faster than a bad first date.

6. Set the Stage for What's Next

Don't let the conversation die just because the balloons did.

• Create a communication calendar. Plan your next email, newsletter, social post now, not when you remember three months later.
• Stay visible. Regular updates about your mission’s progress keep supporters engaged and proud to be part of your journey.
• Plant seeds. Drop hints about future volunteer opportunities, events, or fundraising drives to keep excitement brewing.

Goal: Keep them thinking, “I’m so glad I’m part of this,” not “Wait, who are you again?”

The Ripple Effect of a Good Follow-Up

Skipping your follow-up after a fundraising event is like running a marathon and quitting five feet from the finish line.
A thoughtful, authentic follow-up keeps the energy alive, strengthens relationships, and sets you up for bigger and better wins down the road.

One great event can turn into a year of impact.
But only if you treat your follow-up like it matters ...because it absolutely does.

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Literary Arts Fund

The Fund is offering a new cycle of General Operating Grants, designed to provide unrestricted financial support to U.S. literary arts nonprofits, presses, and publications.

Deadline: December 19, 2025

https://literaryartsfund.org/grants/

Latinos in Heritage Conservation

The Nuestra Herencia Grant Program presents an opportunity for Latinx-led and Latinx-serving U.S. nonprofits to access a total of $600,000 in funding to support heritage preservation, community engagement, and capacity-building initiatives.

Deadline: February 13, 2026

https://www.latinoheritage.us/grants

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National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)

The NEA’s Big Read Program awards grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 to nonprofits to support community reading programs designed around a single NEA Big Read book. Programming for 2026-27 centers around the theme of 'America250' and applicants can choose a book from the 24 titles available in the program.

Deadline for Intent to Apply: January 15, 2026

https://www.arts.gov/initiatives/nea-big-read

ProLiteracy

ProLiteracy is seeking applications for its Literacy Opportunity Fund to meet the needs of U.S. nonprofits that are doing direct work with adult students. Funded by the Nora Roberts Foundation; grants awarded quarterly.

Deadline: January 3, 2026

https://www.proliteracy.org/Literacy-Opportunity-Fund

Barnes & Noble Charitable Donations Program

Barnes & Noble, a bookstore chain that has stores throughout the U.S., supports nonprofits that focus on literacy, the arts, or education (pre-K-12), at both local and national levels. The company also funds sponsorship opportunities with organizations that focus on higher learning, literacy, and the arts. Barnes & Noble funds nonprofits in communities with company stores.

No Deadline

https://www.barnesandnobleinc.com/about-bn/sponsorships-charitable-donations/

Kazickas Family Foundation

Nonprofits working from the Lithuanian diaspora in the U.S. may submit proposals designed to deliver long-term social impact across key priority areas including arts and culture, medicine, human rights, social welfare, youth empowerment and education, diaspora engagement, and crisis response.

Deadline: December 31, 2025

https://kazickasfamilyfoundation.lt/apply-for-grants/

National Endowment for the Humanities

The National Digital Newspaper initiative, open to nonprofits and others, encourages the digitization of historically significant newspapers published between 1690 and 1963. The results of these digitization projects become part of a searchable, publicly accessible database, preserved at the Library ofCongress.

Deadline: January 15, 2026

https://www.neh.gov/grants/preservation/national-digital-newspaper-program

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Light A Single Candle Foundation

The Foundation provides funding support for impactful community-based initiatives addressing food security, poverty relief, and sustainable livelihoods. Applications must be a U.S.-based nonprofit serving Central America or the Caribbean.

Deadline: January 17, 2026

https://www.lightasinglecandle.org/apply-for-grant/

Alpha Gamma Delta Fighting Hunger Program

The Fighting Hunger Program provides grants to nonprofits that fight hunger in communities. Grantable programs may include local food pantries, food banks, meal assistance programs for children, families, seniors, and more. 

Deadline: January 1, 2026

https://alphagammadeltafoundation.org/fighting-hunger-grants/

Woodard & Curran Foundation

The Foundation awards Impact Grants for projects that focus on the protection, restoration, and/or management of water and environmental resources; or educational programs encouraging community participation in land and water management.

Deadline: January 2, 2026

https://www.woodardcurranfoundation.org/impact-grants?Bambu=&blaid=6671192

ProLiteracy

ProLiteracy is seeking applications for its Literacy Opportunity Fund to meet the needs of U.S. nonprofits that are doing direct work with adult students. Funded by the Nora Roberts Foundation; grants awarded quarterly.

Deadline: January 3, 2026

https://www.proliteracy.org/Literacy-Opportunity-Fund

Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood

The Foundation is providing funding to implement imaginative proposals that exhibit the greatest chance of improving the lives of young children, from infancy to 7 years, on a national scale. Areas of support include parenting education, early childhood welfare, and early childhood education and play. Submit Letter of Inquiry online.

Deadline: January 31, 2026‍

https://earlychildhoodfoundation.org/#application-process

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The Indian Housing Block Grant Competitive Program provides grants for eligible housing projects that increase the availability of affordable housing for low-income Tribal families.

Deadline: January 15, 2026

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360462

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood

The Foundation is providing funding to implement imaginative proposals that exhibit the greatest chance of improving the lives of young children, from infancy to 7 years, on a national scale. Areas of support include parenting education, early childhood welfare, and early childhood education and play. Submit Letter of Inquiry online.

Deadline: January 31, 2026

https://earlychildhoodfoundation.org/#application-process

GEICO Philanthropic Foundation

The Foundation supports nonprofits focused on education resources and opportunities supporting diverse communities across the country, as well as those focused on STEM, early childhood learning, and safety. GEICO supports nonprofits throughout the U.S. with emphasis on GEICO communities.

Deadline: December 31, 2025

https://www.geico.com/philanthropic-foundation/

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Dr. Seuss Foundation

The Foundation’s grants aim to improve literacy and learning as these are essential to succeeding in the multi-layered worlds of the arts and humanities, health and well-being, animal welfare, and the environment. Programs focus on inspiring learning, sparking imagination, and expanding opportunities for children. Submit letter of inquiry online.

No Deadline

https://drseussfoundation.org

Kars4Kids

Kars4Kids is supporting educational initiatives from nonprofits whose work is impacting children. This grant program funds local charities doing great work for children in their communities. Focus areas include youth development, mentorship, and education.

Previous grantees include Girls on the Run, Big Brothers BigSisters, Boys & Girls Clubs, Treasures 4 Teachers, and many more.

No Deadline

https://www.kars4kidsgrants.org/

Spencer Foundation

The Small Research Grants on Education Program supports education research projects that will contribute to the improvement of education. The program recognizes that learning happens across the life span and in diverse contexts—from classrooms to workplaces, families, communities, and even playing fields—any of which may provide rich opportunities for meaningful study.

Deadline: December 15, 2025

https://www.spencer.org/grant_types/small-research-grant

W.K. Kellogg Foundation

The Foundation supports communities, children, and families as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success. Funding priorities include programs focused on thriving children, working families, and building equitable communities. Submit letter of inquiry.

No Deadline

www.wkkf.org

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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PADI Foundation

The Foundation provides funding to projects that expand understanding of underwater ecosystems, promote their protection, and deepen knowledge of the human relationship with the ocean. Through these grants, the Foundation fosters research and education for nonprofits that contribute to both scientific advancement and environmental stewardship.

Deadline: January 15, 2026

http://www.padifoundation.org/guides-deadlines.html

Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI)

HABRI is accepting research grant proposals from nonprofits and others that explore the health benefits of human-animal interactions and pet ownership. Key focus areas include child health and development, healthy aging, mental health and wellness, and physical health outcomes.

Deadline: February 26, 2026

https://habri.org/grants/funding-opportunities/

Free Rivers Fund

The Fund is offering grants to support projects dedicated to protecting and restoring free-flowing rivers. These grants are available to nonprofits and others that have a clear plan to preserve or reinstate a river’s natural flow—whether by removing barriers, opposing dam construction, or preventing coarsed water systems.

Deadline: January 10, 2026

https://freerivers.org/apply/regular-grant/?

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North American Partnership for Environmental Community Action (NAPECA)

NAPECA encourages collaborative initiatives to address local environmental challenges while fostering sustainable development across Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. The program emphasizes cross-border cooperation, sustainable development, and the creation of innovative environmental initiatives.

Deadline:  December 1, 2025

https://www.cec.org/media/community-based-circular-economy-strategies/

Youth Garden Grants

The National Gardening Association will be awarding Youth Garden Grants to schools and community organizations with child-centered garden programs. For this grant cycle, 100 grants are available. Schools, youth groups, community centers, camps, clubs, treatment facilities, and inter-generational groups throughout the U.S. are eligible.

Deadline: December 12, 2025

https://kidsgardening.org/grant-opportunities/youth-garden-grant/

Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation (DRK)

DRK is dedicated to supporting early-stage social impact organizations that address critical social and environmental challenges through innovative and scalable solutions, also capable of benefiting underserved populations.

No Deadline

https://www.drkfoundation.org/apply-for-funding/what-we-fund/

T-Mobile Hometown Grants Program

Grants support community projects in small towns (population less than 50,000 people) across the U.S. Projects can occur in all fields of interest, including the environment and animal welfare.

Next Deadline: December 31, 2025

https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/hometown-grants

Clif Family Foundation

The Foundation supports nonprofits that are working to transform our food system, revitalize and safeguard the environment and natural resources, provide healthy food access, and enhance community health. Grants are provided throughout the U.S., with some emphasis on California.

Deadline: March 1, 2026

https://cliffamilyfoundation.org

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Popeyes Foundation

The Foundation’s Food Love Grants program focuses on supporting nonprofits that provide food to those in need.  Food Love Grants range from on-site feeding programs, mobile kitchens, homebound food delivery programs, out-of-school meals, and disaster-related food support. Support is directed to nonprofits that are pre-qualified and invited to apply by Popeyes Foundation.

No Deadline; Pre-Application Required

https://www.popeyesfoundation.org/programs/food-love-grants

Cisco

Cisco focuses on social investment areas, which include disaster relief, shelter, water, and food; education; economic empowerment; and climate impact and regeneration. Through the Technology Grant program, Cisco donates networking technology to nonprofits to help them realize significant gains in productivity, scalability, and cost efficiency.

No Deadline

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/about/csr/community/nonprofits/product-grant-program.html#~overview

Clif Family Foundation

The Foundation supports nonprofits that are working to transform our food system, revitalize and safeguard the environment and natural resources, provide healthy food access, and enhance community health. Grants are provided throughout the U.S., with some emphasis on California.

Deadline: March 1, 2026

https://cliffamilyfoundation.org

Fruit Tree Planting Foundation

The Foundation’s Orchard Grant Program donates orchards where the harvest will best serve communities for generations, such as community gardens, public schools, city/state parks, low-income neighborhoods, Native American reservations, international hunger relief sites, and animal sanctuaries. Recipients must be committed to caring for the trees in perpetuity and this initiative must further its charitable mission.

No Deadline

https://www.ftpf.org/apply

Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation

The Foundation supports environmental and wildlife protection activities, arts, education, and other community-based organizations and programs. 

Deadline: November 10, 2025

https://www.mvdreyfusfoundation.org/

ALDI

Through ALDI’s Smart Kids Program, ALDI partners with organizations that make a positive impact on kids' health and well-being, as well as programs addressing food insecurity and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Various Programs and Deadlines

https://corporate.aldi.us/corporate-sustainability/community/aldi-community-support-programs

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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T-Mobile Hometown Grants Program

Grants support community projects in small towns (population less than 50,000 people) across the U.S. Projects can occur in all fields of interest and are open to nonprofits to lead projects. Quarterly deadlines.

Deadline: December 31, 2025

https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/hometown-grants

GEICO Philanthropic Foundation

The Foundation supports nonprofits focused on education resources and opportunities supporting diverse communities across the country, as well as those focused on STEM, early childhood learning, and safety. GEICO supports nonprofits throughout the U.S. with emphasis on GEICO communities.

Deadline: December 31, 2025

https://www.geico.com/philanthropic-foundation/

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Higher Hope Foundation

The Foundation’s ‘Empower’ Grant is a financial assistance grant intended to financially support nonprofits that directly impact victims of violent crime or missing person cases.

Deadline: December 31, 2025

https://higherhope.org/empower-grant/

 ProLiteracy

ProLiteracy is seeking applications for its Literacy Opportunity Fund to meet the needs of U.S. nonprofits that are doing direct work with adult students. Funded by the Nora Roberts Foundation.

Accepting applications December 1 to January 3, 2026

https://www.proliteracy.org/Literacy-Opportunity-Fund

National Gardening Association

The Association will be awarding Youth Garden Grants to community nonprofits and schools with child-centered garden programs. Schools, youth groups, community centers, camps, clubs, treatment facilities, and inter-generational groups throughout the U.S. are eligible.

Deadline: December 12, 2025

https://kidsgardening.org/grant-opportunities/youth-garden-grant/

Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF)

The EREF is a private, grant-making institution with a national and international scope whose mission is to support solid waste research and education initiatives.

Deadline: December 1, 2025

https://erefdn.org/research-grants/

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Costco

Costco’s charitable efforts specifically focus on programs from nonprofits supporting children, health and human services issues, and education in the communities where they do business. Grants support larger, broader-based organizations and causes.

No Deadline

https://www.costco.com/charitable-giving.html?&reloaded=true

Dr. Seuss Foundation

The Foundation’s grants aim to improve literacy and learning as these are essential to succeeding in the multi-layered worlds of the arts and humanities, health and well-being, animal welfare, and the environment. Programs focus on inspiring learning, sparking imagination, and expanding opportunities for children.

No Deadline; Submit Online Letter of Intent

https://drseussfoundation.org

Playworld

Every child deserves a safe, engaging place to play. Playworld’s grants provide funding to help fund the playground that meets each community's unique play needs.

No Deadline

https://playworld.com

ALDI

Through ALDI’s Smart Kids Program, ALDI partners with organizations that make a positive impact on kids' health and well-being, as well as programs addressing food insecurity and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Various Programs and Deadlines

https://corporate.aldi.us/corporate-sustainability/community/aldi-community-support-programs

Kars4Kids

Kars4Kids is supporting educational initiatives around the country from nonprofits whose work is impacting children. This grant program reaches more diverse populations by lending support to local charities doing great work for children in their communities. Focus areas include youth development, mentorship, and education. Previous grantees include Girls on theRun, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs, Treasures 4 Teachers, and many more.

No Deadline

https://www.kars4kidsgrants.org/

NBA Foundation

The Foundation’s Grant Program is supporting organizations that provide skills training, mentorship, professional coaching, and pipeline development to foster employment and career advancement for under-resourced youth ages 14-24.

Deadline: November 14, 2025

https://nbafoundation.nba.com/grants/

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Lawrence Foundation

The Foundation is offering its grant funding to U.S. nonprofits in the following areas: environment, human services, disaster relief, and more.

Deadline: October 31, 2025

https://thelawrencefoundation.org/application-process/

National Gardening Association

The Association will be awarding Youth Garden Grants to schools and community organizations with child-centered garden programs. For this grant cycle, 100 grants are available. Schools, youth groups, community centers, camps, clubs, treatment facilities, and inter-generational groups throughout the U.S. are eligible.

Deadline: December 12, 2025

https://kidsgardening.org/grant-opportunities/youth-garden-grant/

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Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF)

The EREF is a private, grant-making institution with a national and international scope whose mission is to support solid waste research and education initiatives.

Deadline: December 1, 2025

https://erefdn.org/research-grants/

 
Quadratec

Quadratec Cares ‘Energize the Environment’ Grant Program supports nonprofit programs or initiatives to benefit our environment, including trail improvements, litter prevention, park beautification, community environmental efforts, and more.

Next deadline: October 30, 2025  

https://www.quadratec.com/page/quadratec-cares-grant-program

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T-Mobile Hometown Grants Program

Grants support community projects in small towns (population less than 50,000 people) across the U.S. Projects can occur in all fields of interest, including the environment and animal welfare.

Deadline: Applications accepted now to December 31, 2025

https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/hometown-grants

Wildlife Acoustics

This quarterly grant program supports the advancement of wildlife research, habitat monitoring, and environmental conservation. 

Deadline: November 15, 2025

https://www.wildlifeacoustics.com/grant-program

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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NBA Foundation

The Foundation’s Grant Program is supporting organizations that provide skills training, mentorship, professional coaching, and pipeline development to foster employment and career advancement for under-resourced youth ages 14-24.

Applications accepted October 1 to November 14, 2025

https://nbafoundation.nba.com/grants/

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The Department has announced a new funding opportunity to strengthen collaboration between Ryan White HIV/AIDS Programs, Education and Training Centers. The project focuses on addressing the unmet needs of populations disproportionately impacted by HIV who are not currently engaged in care.

Deadline: November 17, 2025

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360594

Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation

The Foundation’s grant program supports nonprofits for which a relatively small amount of funding might make a large difference. The Foundation supports museums, cultural and performing arts programs; schools and hospitals; educational and skills-training programs; and other community-based organizations and programs. 

Deadline: November 10, 2025

https://www.mvdreyfusfoundation.org/

TC Energy

TC Energy is accepting applications for its Social Impact Program in focus areas including: safety, education, environment, and resilient communities.

Deadline: November 7, 2025

https://www.tcenergy.com/community-giving/apply-for-funding/

Wildlife Acoustics

This quarterly grant program supports the advancement of wildlife research, habitat monitoring, and environmental conservation. 

Next deadline: November 15, 2025

https://www.wildlifeacoustics.com/grant-program

T-Mobile Hometown Grants Program

Grants support community projects in small towns (population less than 50,000 people) across the U.S. Projects can occur in all fields of interest.

Winter Deadline: Applications open October to December, 2025

https://www.t-mobile.com/brand/hometown-grants

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)

The DOJ has announced two new initiatives:

1) To support the development and implementation of sustainable strategies to strengthen public defense services for youth who cannot afford legal representation, ultimately contributing to safer communities, lower recidivism rates, and better outcomes for justice-involved youth.

Deadline: October 23, 2025

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360589

2) To strengthen youth substance use prevention efforts across schools and communities in the U.S. This initiative will support nonprofits in developing and delivering prevention programs in partnership with schools, law enforcement, and local coalitions.

Deadline: October 27, 2025

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360628

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GEICO Philanthropic Foundation

The Foundation supports nonprofits focused on education resources and opportunities supporting diverse communities across the country, as well as those focused on STEM, early childhood learning, and safety. GEICO supports nonprofits throughout the U.S. with emphasis on GEICO communities.

Applications accepted October 1 to December 31, 2025

https://www.geico.com/philanthropic-foundation/

U.S. Department of Education

The Education Innovation and Research Expansion Grants will support large-scale, evidence-based educational innovations that can transform learning outcomes for high-need students.

Deadline: October 14, 2025

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360559

Kars4Kids

Kars4Kids is supporting educational initiatives from nonprofits whose work is impacting children. This grant program funds local charities doing great work for children in their communities. Focus areas include youth development, mentorship, and education.

Previous grantees include Girls on the Run, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs, Treasures 4 Teachers, and many more.

No deadline

https://www.kars4kidsgrants.org/

W.K. Kellogg Foundation

The Foundation supports communities, children, and families as they strengthen and create conditions that propel vulnerable children to achieve success. Funding priorities include programs focused on thriving children, working families, and building equitable communities. Submit letter of inquiry.

No Deadline

www.wkkf.org

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Scroll down to explore this week's grants. Deadlines are always approaching, so take a look and see which ones might be the right fit for your nonprofit.

Happy grant writing!

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Third Wave Fund

The Mobilize Power Fund is a rapid-response grant project designed to support gender justice movements across the U.S. It provides flexible funding when organizations—especially those led by young women of color, trans, intersex, queer, or gender nonconforming individuals under 35—face unexpected opportunities or threats and need to pivot quickly in their activism.

Deadline: October 7, 2025

https://www.thirdwavefund.org/mobilize-power-fund

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

The Indian Housing Block Grant Competitive Program provides grants for eligible housing projects that increase the availability of affordable housing for low-income Tribal families.

Deadline: January 15, 2026

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360462

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The Department has announced a new funding opportunity to strengthen collaboration between Ryan White HIV/AIDS Programs, Education and Training Centers. The project focuses on addressing the unmet needs of populations disproportionately impacted by HIV who are not currently engaged in care.

Deadline: November 17, 2025

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360594

Indian Health Service (IHS)

The IHS Injury Prevention Program provides funding to Tribes to develop their capacity and infrastructure in injury and violence prevention.

Deadline: November 13, 2025

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/360077

AJ Muste Foundation for Peace and Justice

The Foundation’s Social Justice Fund supports grassroots activist projects, giving priority to those with small budgets and little access to more mainstream funding sources. The Fund is interested in confronting institutionalized violence against racial, ethnic, gender-based, and LGBTQ communities.

Deadline: October 20, 2025

https://ajmuste.org/apply/sjf

Nathan Cummings Foundation

The Foundation supports U.S. nonprofits working to address inequality, particularly for women and people of color. Apply online through one of several focus areas.

Deadline: Letters of Interest accepted beginning October 1, 2025

https://nathancummings.org

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