General Operating and Program Support is a grant from the Ball Brothers Foundation that funds nonprofit organizations in Indiana, with a focus on central Indiana and Muncie, addressing education, community development, arts and culture, and health. The foundation prioritizes organizations with demonstrated effectiveness and strong community ties. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits operating in Indiana, with preference for those serving Ball Brothers' historic focus areas. The foundation offers both general operating support and program-specific grants, supporting organizations at various stages of development. Ball Brothers accepts applications through an online portal and conducts multiple grant cycles per year, with staff available to discuss project alignment before submission.

Rapid Grants is sponsored by Ball Brothers Foundation. Designed to provide immediate funding for urgent or time-sensitive needs. This includes professional development, equipment or materials for a project, travel for project advancement, seed money for new projects, or carrying out mandated events or laws. Geographic focus: Indiana (primarily Muncie and Delaware County) Focus areas: Professional Development, Equipment, Seed Money, Capacity Building

The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.

Community Investment Tax Credit Program (CITC) is a grant from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development that provides state tax credit allocations to 501(c)(3) nonprofits, enabling them to attract private donations from individuals and businesses. Donors contributing $500 or more to approved projects receive tax credits equal to 50% of their contribution. The program has leveraged nearly $27 million in charitable contributions to approximately 700 projects statewide. Eligible project areas include education, housing, job training, arts and culture, economic development, and services for at-risk populations. Projects must be located in or serve residents of Maryland's Priority Funding Areas. The application period is typically held annually.

The Families First Community Grant Program is a competitive grant initiative from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) offering approximately $27 million in funding to support nonprofit organizations serving low-income Tennessee families. Grants fund programs across four priority areas: education, health, economic stability, and family well-being, aligned with TANF goals of promoting self-sufficiency. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits based in Tennessee that provide direct services to economically disadvantaged families. The 2025 application cycle closed July 10, 2025. This program reflects Tennessee's broader commitment to strengthening communities through strategic investment in local organizations that address the root causes of poverty.