Entergy Charitable Foundation Grants is a grant from Entergy Mississippi that funds initiatives in education and workforce development, poverty solutions, and environmental programs in communities served by Entergy across Mississippi and neighboring states. Education-focused grants support access to quality education and skills training; poverty-focused grants address economic relief and basic needs; and environmental grants advance sustainability efforts. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations, schools, and community partners operating in Entergy service territories. Specific award amounts and application deadlines vary by focus area and are announced through Entergy's corporate giving process.

Entergy Mississippi Micro-Grants is a grant from Entergy Mississippi providing up to $1,000 to support organizations across six program areas: arts and culture, community improvement and enrichment, economic development, education and literacy, environment, and healthy families. Eligible applicants include public charities, educational institutions, and government entities. Applications must be submitted at least three months before funds are needed, with an 8-12 week review timeline. Priority consideration is given to organizations located in specific counties and parishes served by Entergy Mississippi. This micro-grant program offers accessible entry-level funding for community-serving organizations pursuing modest but impactful local projects.

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.