TD Charitable Foundation Grants for Education is a philanthropic initiative from TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable arm of TD Bank, that supports nonprofit organizations working to improve education and quality of life in communities where TD operates. Since 2002, the Foundation has contributed over $361 million to nonprofits across its service areas. Funding is available through annual grant initiatives, including an education-focused program aligned with the TD Ready Commitment. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations operating in TD Bank's service communities. Grants typically range from $2,500 to $30,000. No fixed deadline is listed; applicants should review current guidelines and the funding calendar on the TD Charitable Foundation website.

The Literacy Grant Program is a grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation that funds organizations providing literacy instruction and support to adults and students. The program supports adult education instruction, GED and high school equivalency preparation, and English language acquisition, with awards up to $4,000. An additional component, Beyond Words, provides disaster relief funding to K-12 public school libraries that have suffered substantial damage from natural disasters, fires, or acts of terrorism recognized by the federal government. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, and public libraries. Grants are awarded annually through a competitive solicitation period.

TJX Foundation Community Grants is a grant from The TJX Companies, Inc. that funds nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable families and children in communities near TJX store, distribution center, or office locations. Grants support basic needs including food, clothing, and shelter; out-of-school opportunities for at-risk youth in grades pre-K through 12; workforce readiness training for at-risk youth ages 16–24; and safety from domestic violence. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations operating within 15 miles of a TJX location, registered for at least 12 months, and not have received TJX funding in the prior year. Awards range from $5,000 to $25,000.

Beyond Words: Disaster Relief for Public School Libraries is a grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation that funds public school libraries impacted by natural disasters to replace books, technology, and other library materials destroyed or damaged by hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, or other disasters. The program helps schools rebuild their library collections and restore access to literacy resources for students in affected communities. Eligible applicants are public school libraries located within 15 miles of a Dollar General store. Awards range from $10,000 to $20,000. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline currently posted.

The Kroger Co. Foundation Community Grants program, established in 1987, directs charitable funds to local nonprofit organizations building stronger communities and addressing hunger. Kroger channels more than $300 million annually to communities through corporate giving and its two foundations. The Foundation supports hunger relief, disaster response, and community strengthening initiatives. Through its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste plan, Kroger has donated more than 3.9 billion meals since 2017, including 815 million pounds of rescued surplus food and $1.8 billion in charitable donations to local hunger relief agencies. The Kroger Co. Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Foundation, a public charity established in 2018, additionally funds organizations innovating within the food system. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations serving Kroger communities.

The TJX Foundation Community Grants is a program from The TJX Foundation that supports nonprofit organizations providing basic human services in communities where TJX Companies—including T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and HomeGoods—maintain a significant presence. The foundation prioritizes organizations helping vulnerable families and children build better futures, with a particular focus on domestic violence prevention and services for survivors. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000. Applications follow a two-step process: organizations first submit an online eligibility test, then a Letter of Inquiry through the TJX Foundation portal, which is open annually from February through October. Selected applicants are invited to submit a full grant application.