Human Services Grants in Arkansas

150 foundations fund human services programs in Arkansas. See who they are, what they give, and how to reach them.

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These foundations have a track record of funding human services work in Arkansas, 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 human services in Arkansas that your nonprofit can apply to now.

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First Horizon Foundation Community Grants

From First Horizon Foundation

Arts and cultureEducation and leadershipEnvironmental sustainability+2 more

Who can apply: Applicants must be eligible nonprofit organizations serving communities in the listed geographic areas. Foundation grants are not provided to individuals, trips or tours, solely religious, social or fraternal organizations, charities that redistribute funds to other charitable organizations except recognized united-fund-type organizations, K-12 schools, political organizations or organizations primarily influencing legislation or promoting a particular ideological viewpoint, or operating budget deficits.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)Award: Up to $5K

Fall Mini-Grant

From United Way of Central Arkansas

Health and safetyEducationIncome stability+3 more

Who can apply: Applicants must operate as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable human service or health organization, governmental entity, or educational institution; operate under written governing documents or statutes; demonstrate effective program performance and financial responsibility; operate or provide services in Faulkner, Conway, Perry, and/or Van Buren counties; align with United Way of Central Arkansas's mission; address health and safety, education, and/or income stability; propose measurable goals, objectives, and an evaluation plan. Grant recipients must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, submit a written report 12 months after receiving the award, and acknowledge United Way in promotional materials. Current-year United Way Partner Agencies are ineligible, although prior and prospective Partner Agencies may apply.

Open nowRolling / open intake

OGE Energy Corp. Foundation Grants

From Oge Energy Corp Foundation

educationSTEM educationhealth and human services+5 more

Who can apply: Applicant must be a U.S.-based IRS 501(c)(3) charitable or educational organization or an accredited K-12 educational institution; be geographically located where OG&E operates; serve communities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation or national origin; and have a method to measure, track, and report program outcomes and specific results demonstrating measurable community impact. The foundation generally does not fund individuals or families, capital projects, dinners/luncheons, non-501(c)(3) organizations, political parties or candidates, religious activities that further doctrine, sports tournaments other than Special Olympics, or employee-benefit-related items.

Open nowCloses in 3 days (Sep 30, 2026)

A.A. Van Elslander Foundation Annual Grant Program (Annual Inquiry Window)

From Aa Van Elslander Foundation

ChildrenHealthHuman services+3 more

Who can apply: Organizations must be nonprofit entities qualified under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, located within Michigan and benefiting Michigan communities. Grants must serve charitable purposes and public benefit, and organizations may not discriminate based on age, creed, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The foundation generally does not fund capital projects unless initiated by the Foundation, fundraising events or conferences, individuals, K-12 schools, secondary schools or universities, lobbying or political campaigns, religious purposes unless initiated by the Foundation, units of government, or veterans organizations.

Open nowCloses in 4 days (Oct 1, 2026)

Recipient Application

From Rollie and Barbara Anderson Family Foundation

Christian valuesEvangelistic Christian beliefsEducation capital projects+7 more

Who can apply: Must be a qualified 501(c)(3) charity. Organizations that support evangelistic Christian values and beliefs are preferred.

Open nowCloses in 8 days (Oct 5, 2026)

Community Grants Program

From Felix E Martin Jr Foundation

Economic developmentQuality education and trainingCommunity development and quality of place+3 more

Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations, churches, and government entities may apply for new or expanded projects benefiting Muhlenberg County and addressing its educational, civic, or cultural needs.

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Largest Human Services in Arkansas Foundations

DELIVERING GOOD INC

NEW YORK, NY

Annual Giving

$132.4M

Total Assets

$3.2M

Median Grant

$52K

P190National
TIDES CENTER

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Annual Giving

$55.3M

Total Assets

$297.4M

Median Grant

$44K

P20National
CHILDNET INC

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL

Annual Giving

$50.9M

Total Assets

$26.8M

Median Grant

$149K

P32Local
National Council of YMCAs of the USA

Chicago, IL

Annual Giving

$44.1M

Total Assets

$260.5M

Median Grant

$34K

P270National
DALIO FAMILY FUND INC

WESTPORT, CT

Annual Giving

$40.2M

Total Assets

$4B

Median Grant

$100K

P20Regional
Democracy Fund Inc

Washington, DC

Annual Giving

$37.7M

Total Assets

$15.8M

Median Grant

$150K

P20National
PURE INC

BENTONVILLE, AR

Annual Giving

$27.3M

Total Assets

$1.4M

Median Grant

$47K

P12National
MARGUERITE CASEY FOUNDATION

SEATTLE, WA

Annual Giving

$24.3M

Total Assets

$876.6M

Median Grant

$50K

P12National
EASTER SEALS INC

CHICAGO, IL

Annual Giving

$23.9M

Total Assets

$40.9M

Median Grant

$57K

P80National
MARIE LAMFROM CHARITABLE FOUNDATION TRUST

WILSONVILLE, OR

Annual Giving

$20.5M

Total Assets

$374.9M

Median Grant

$25K

P20Local
For the Girls Inc

Wheaton, MD

Annual Giving

$19.5M

Total Assets

$4M

Median Grant

$16K

P85National
THE FOOD BANK OF NORTHEAST ARKANSAS

JONESBORO, AR

Annual Giving

$17.1M

Total Assets

$16.3M

Median Grant

$29K

P60Local
FRONTSTREAM GLOBAL FUND

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$13.4M

Total Assets

$421K

Median Grant

$14K

P20National
ALLIANCE FOR EARLY SUCCESS FKA BIRTH TO FIVE POLICY ALLIANCE

WASHINGTON, DC

Annual Giving

$11.3M

Total Assets

$26.4M

Median Grant

$75K

P30National
THE VERTEX FOUNDATION INC

Boston, MA

Annual Giving

$10M

Total Assets

$2.6M

Median Grant

$5K

P20National
Fund for Nonviolence

Berkeley, CA

Annual Giving

$9.5M

Total Assets

$73.2M

Median Grant

$50K

P20ZNational
SHEAR FAMILY FOUNDATION INC

PITTSBURGH, PA

Annual Giving

$9M

Total Assets

$225.8M

Median Grant

$50K

P12National
SOONAE FOUNDATION

BURNET, TX

Annual Giving

$7.1M

Total Assets

$2.2M

Median Grant

$38K

P123National
NATIONAL DIAPER BANK NETWORK INC

NEW HAVEN, CT

Annual Giving

$7M

Total Assets

$4.2M

Median Grant

$30K

P20National
FOR OTHERS COLLECTIVE INC

FRANKLIN, TN

Annual Giving

$6.9M

Total Assets

$18.3M

Median Grant

$150K

P12National
MCCHORD FOUNDATION

NORWALK, CT

Annual Giving

$6.6M

Total Assets

$182M

Median Grant

$5K

P20Regional
CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS OF ARKANSAS

LITTLE ROCK, AR

Annual Giving

$5.1M

Total Assets

$3.6M

Median Grant

$244K

P30Local
THE JENSEN PROJECT INC

Dallas, TX

Annual Giving

$4.9M

Total Assets

$117K

Median Grant

$176K

P62National
AREA AGENCY ON AGING OF WESTERN ARKANSAS

FORT SMITH, AR

Annual Giving

$4.8M

Total Assets

$10.7M

Median Grant

$173K

P81ZLocal
Crane Fund for Widows and Children

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ

Annual Giving

$4.5M

Total Assets

$1.6M

Median Grant

$3.3M

P58National

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