Community Development Grants in Kentucky

123 foundations fund community development programs in Kentucky. See who they are, what they give, and how to reach them.

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These foundations have a track record of funding community development work in Kentucky, 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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From Green Family Foundation Trust

Global Health and DevelopmentCommunity EmpowermentThe Arts+8 more

Who can apply: IRS-qualified nonprofit organizations located within the United States, with a specific focus on South Florida. The Foundation does not make grants to individuals. Requests should relate to one of the four funding priorities.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)Award: Up to $1K

Men of Principle Scholarship Grants (MPS Grant Program)

From Beta Theta Pi Fraternity Group Return

Academic achievementCharacter developmentRecruitment+1 more

Who can apply: Applicants for the chapter grant must be officers of active Beta Theta Pi chapters. The chapter uses the grant to recognize eligible non-Greek male students; student recipients are not required to join Beta Theta Pi.

Open nowCloses in 12 days (Oct 9, 2026)

Raymond B. Preston Family Foundation Grant Program

From Raymond B Preston Family Foundation

EducationArtsCommunity development+1 more

Who can apply: Projects should promote the arts or education, advance the public good, make a difference in people's lives, improve the Henderson community, have measurable goals and objectives, demonstrate effectiveness or innovation, and show potential for long-term viability. The foundation generally does not fund capital proposals, endowment campaigns, religious activities, commercial ventures, direct service programs, scholarships, individuals, political causes or candidates, other private foundations, or fundraising and donor cultivation events. Grants generally focus on the Henderson community.

Open nowCloses in 17 days (Oct 14, 2026)Award: $15K – $300K

Dance (General Operating Support)

From Shubert Foundation

Professional danceDance performanceNew work development+2 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be US or US-territory organizations with current 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, an established artistic, administrative, and fiscal track record of at least two previous seasons, minimum operating expenses of $150,000 excluding in-kind support, and at least eight ticketed professional performances annually in the US or US territories. Dancers must be paid. Non-professional community dance organizations, fiscally sponsored organizations, individuals, and organizations seeking project, capital, or endowment support are not eligible. The Foundation does not support dance education, schools, or studios outside New York City. Current financial statements are required; organizations with expenses above $1,000,000 must submit audited financial statements.

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Largest Community Development in Kentucky Foundations

NCRC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND INC

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$149.3M

Total Assets

$55.6M

Median Grant

$44K

S40National
NEIGHBORHOOD REINVESTMENT CORPORATION

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$115.5M

Total Assets

$75.2M

Median Grant

$346K

S20National
LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$102.8M

Total Assets

$1.6B

Median Grant

$41K

S200National
COMMON COUNSEL FOUNDATION

OAKLAND, CA

Annual Giving

$101.2M

Total Assets

$67.5M

Median Grant

$30K

S50National
DAIRY PROMOTION INC

KANSAS CITY, KS

Annual Giving

$75.9M

Total Assets

$476K

Median Grant

$894K

S41National
ENTERPRISE COMMUNITY PARTNERS INC

COLUMBIA, MD

Annual Giving

$74.4M

Total Assets

$942M

Median Grant

$45K

S200National
The Indianapolis Foundation Inc

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Annual Giving

$45.4M

Total Assets

$475.5M

Median Grant

$30K

S20Local
THE TOY FOUNDATION INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$35.6M

Total Assets

$4M

Median Grant

$25K

S41ZNational
Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute Inc

Manchester, NH

Annual Giving

$29.7M

Total Assets

$37.9M

Median Grant

$138K

S41National
THE ONESTAR NATIONAL SERVICE COMMISSION INC

AUSTIN, TX

Annual Giving

$28.7M

Total Assets

$4.8M

Median Grant

$331K

S80Regional
HISPANIC FEDERATION INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$28.2M

Total Assets

$122.8M

Median Grant

$20K

S50ZNational
STRADA EDUCATION FOUNDATION INC

INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Annual Giving

$27.3M

Total Assets

$1.8B

Median Grant

$100K

S80National
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EXCHANGE OF INDUSTRIAL RESOURCES INC

GALESBURG, IL

Annual Giving

$25.6M

Total Assets

$127M

Median Grant

$11K

S030National
RURAL COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE PARTNERSHIP INCORPORATED

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$24M

Total Assets

$6M

Median Grant

$101K

S32National
National Association of Realtors

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$23.2M

Total Assets

$1.1B

Median Grant

$12K

S47National
CEDAR STREET CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC

MILWAUKEE, WI

Annual Giving

$13.5M

Total Assets

$65.4M

Median Grant

$20K

S12National
POLICYLINK

OAKLAND, CA

Annual Giving

$13.4M

Total Assets

$115.9M

Median Grant

$26K

S21National
I CAR EDUCATION FOUNDATION

HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL

Annual Giving

$11.5M

Total Assets

$6.7M

Median Grant

$25K

S024National
THE REINVESTMENT FUND INC

PHILADELPHIA, PA

Annual Giving

$10.1M

Total Assets

$698.4M

Median Grant

$56K

S200National
CINCINNATI USA REGIONAL CHAMBER FOUNDATION

CINCINNATI, OH

Annual Giving

$9.7M

Total Assets

$5.3M

Median Grant

$884K

S41ZLocal
LADD JAMES B TRUST

LAS VEGAS, NV

Annual Giving

$9.2M

Total Assets

$505K

Median Grant

$123K

S80ZRegional
PEOPLE'S ACTION INSTITUTE

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$8.4M

Total Assets

$24.9M

Median Grant

$95K

S16ZNational
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE

NEWTOWN SQUARE, PA

Annual Giving

$7.7M

Total Assets

$744.5M

Median Grant

$941K

S41National
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CHARITIES INC

NEW HAVEN, CT

Annual Giving

$5.9M

Total Assets

$24.1M

Median Grant

$17K

S820National
WESTERN ORGANIZATION OF RESOURCE COUNCILS EDUCATION PROJECT

BILLINGS, MT

Annual Giving

$5.8M

Total Assets

$7.2M

Median Grant

$75K

S32CRegional

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