These foundations have a track record of funding arts & culture work in New Jersey, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Live programs funding arts & culture in New Jersey that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 4 days (Jun 30, 2026)Award: $5K – $50K
Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) public charity, serve greater Morris County, NJ, have an active nondiscrimination policy for employees and services, and submit all required documentation (EIN, leadership contact info, board list, 2 years financials or reviewed statements, current and prior year budgets, project budget and funding sources, grant request narrative).
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Who can apply: Registered U.S. 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, including schools and churches; at least one year of program outcomes; project must align with the Foundation’s primary focus areas; preference for organizations using substantially all grant funds in New Jersey, especially Monmouth and Ocean Counties; no operational overhead, non-registered entities, political action groups, proposals without sustainability plans, or commercial-sale projects.
Who can apply: Must be a 501(c)(3) public charity, serve greater Morris County, NJ, maintain an active nondiscrimination policy; submit required documentation (EIN, leadership and board info, 2 years financials, budgets, project budgets, income sources, grant narrative).
Who can apply: The Foundation prefers projects with a strong positive impact on communities, broad community reach, and demonstrated initiative, commitment, accountability, and long-term sustainability through local involvement. Applicants must be eligible nonprofits and submit an online application.
Human Services & Society BenefitEducation (K-12 & Early Childhood)Health+2 more
Who can apply: Must be a nonprofit organization with valid 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status classified as a public charity (not a private foundation under Sections 509(a)(1) or (2)). Previous grantees must have submitted grant reports before a new proposal will be considered. The Foundation does not make grants for operating support, endowment, special events, sponsorships, annual fundraising campaigns, or through fiscal sponsors or agents.
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Who can apply: Eligible applicants must be organizations exempt from federal taxation under Section 501(c)(3) and publicly supported under Section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3). The Foundation does not make grants to individuals and will not fund overhead or indirect costs. Projects must fit the Foundation’s current program interests.
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