These foundations have a track record of funding human services 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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Live programs funding human services in Kentucky that your nonprofit can apply to now.
Open nowCloses in 6 days (Nov 18, 2026)Award: $10K – $150K
Food insecurityFood pantry capacityFood service equipment and infrastructure+6 more
Who can apply: Open to Network U.S. member agencies in good standing. Applicants must have 10% of the project budget already committed for consideration and must provide 70% of the project funding to be eligible to receive the remaining 30% match. Projects must address capital needs that increase food-service capacity, efficiency, geographic reach, scope, or number of clients served. Staffing and in-kind support do not count toward capital budget costs. Funded agencies must submit progress and final reports, financial documentation, proof of match, and a one-year post-operations narrative.
Humanities educationCollege readinessHigher education access+3 more
Who can apply: Colleges and universities interested in launching Knowledge for Freedom programs may apply. Programs must bring low-income high school students to campus for an intensive summer humanities seminar taught by college faculty, use transformative texts, provide college application assistance and a civic engagement or public service project, engage alumni, and present faculty leadership and a sustainability plan. General Teagle guidelines require U.S.-based tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations and domestic activities.
Community investment and economic developmentYouth and educationHealth and human services+2 more
Who can apply: Requests must come directly from the 501(c)(3) organization seeking the grant; freelance and third-party grant writers are not accepted. Applicants may submit only one application annually. Requests may not be for operating costs, payroll, salaries, or stipends. The funded work must benefit communities in the Peoples Bank footprint.
Thoroughbred industryArts & CultureCommunity+4 more
Who can apply: Kentucky-based 501(c) organizations; priority given to organizations in Central Kentucky. Grants will not be considered for individuals, political entities, primary and secondary schools, youth sports leagues, fraternal veterans organizations (unless for a recognized community project), religious organizations for the exclusive benefit of one religious entity, or for annual operating support.
Who can apply: Applicants must be organizations located in the BRADD area, consisting of Allen, Barren, Butler, Edmonson, Hart, Logan, Metcalfe, Monroe, Simpson, and Warren Counties in Kentucky. Organizations must be 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofits or organized groups carrying out a charitable purpose for the public good. Projects should demonstrate potential for success and sustainability and have specific, measurable objectives. CFSKY does not fund annual or capital campaigns, individuals, endowments, sectarian religious purposes, general agency operating revenues, or capital improvements/purchases unless tied to a specific program proposal.
Economic developmentQuality education and trainingCommunity development and quality of place+2 more
Who can apply: Projects must benefit Muhlenberg County. Applications for all projects benefiting Muhlenberg County will be considered, with concentrated support in the Foundation's five strategic focus areas.
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