This grant opportunity is intended to support locally led efforts that strengthen communities in a specific part of the southeastern United States. The focus is on organizations that work to improve the overall well-being of residents through charitable, educational, or community-based programs. While the grant is not open to individuals or businesses, it is geared toward nonprofit entities and similar groups that carry out public-serving initiatives.
Funding is typically available once a year, with smaller awards ranging from a few hundred to around a thousand dollars for general use. Occasionally, in special circumstances, larger one-time grants may be made available to help communities recover from unexpected challenges. These rare grants can reach into the tens of thousands, especially when tied to urgent or emergency-related needs.
Proposals may involve work that helps meet basic necessities, support children and families, promote education or cultural understanding, or improve access to services that contribute to physical and emotional health. Programs that build resilience or create more opportunities for connection and engagement within a community are often viewed favorably. Applicants should aim to show how their projects will create a meaningful local impact.
Funds may be used to support materials, programming, outreach, or other needs directly related to the goals of the proposed effort. In some cases, support may extend to recovery needs in response to significant local disruptions.
The application window generally opens during the warmer months, with decisions made later in the year. While most grants are modest and community-based in scale, there is room for broader support when circumstances require it. Groups working in select rural or tribal communities in a particular region of the state are especially encouraged to consider applying.
