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Duke Energy Foundation Grants (for less than $20,000) is sponsored by Duke Energy Foundation. The Duke Energy Foundation accepts grant applications for $20,000 and less on a rolling basis for focus areas including workforce development, community impact, and environment. While direct HVAC modernization is not a stated priority, projects that support energy education or environmental sustainability within schools might be considered.
The foundation also supports STEM education initiatives.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Governmental entities, including school districts, and organizations with current, tax-exempt status as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code. The Foundation generally does not fund capital investments and improvements or projects that reduce energy consumption for Duke Energy's regulatory compliance. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $20,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Duke Energy Foundation Grants (for less than $20,000) is funded by Duke Energy Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Cincinnati Regional Chamber Small Business Grant Program is sponsored by Cincinnati Regional Chamber Foundation, in partnership with Duke Energy Foundation. This grant program provides financial assistance to small businesses in Ohio counties within the Cincinnati region to improve the vitality of their business, covering expenses like capital improvements, payroll support, and expansion investments.
Local Impact Grants is sponsored by Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation (part of Duke Energy Foundation). The Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation, as part of the Duke Energy Foundation, offers local impact grants for programs aligned with vibrant economies, climate resiliency, and opportunity and inclusion. These grants are open year-round for programs up to $20,000.
Lowe's Hometowns Grant Program is sponsored by Lowe's. This program aims to restore and revitalize community spaces across the country through physical renovations. Consumers can nominate a community space in their hometown, such as a neighborhood garden, park, or community center. While broad, it can apply to infrastructure improvements within a community context.
CFNF Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow Grant is a grant from the Community Foundation of North Florida that funds nonprofits addressing pressing challenges with programs and services of lasting impact in Florida's Big Bend region. Each year, CFNF awards ten grants of $5,000 each to eligible organizations. A separate Arts Nonprofit Grant Cycle awards five grants of $6,000 each for arts organizations in the same region. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations serving one or more of eleven counties including Leon, Gadsden, Jefferson, and Wakulla, with at least two years of operating history in the region. Applications for the Helping Today, Shaping Tomorrow cycle close September 30.
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