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LG&E and KU Community Grants is a grant from LG&E and KU, a Louisville-based energy utility, that funds nonprofits and organizations improving quality of life in Kentucky communities. Priority areas include economic development, education (particularly math, science, and technology programs in K-12 and post-secondary schools), environmental stewardship, and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Applications are accepted twice yearly, in March and October, through the LG&E and KU Foundation's online portal. Award notifications are sent approximately two months after each application cycle. Organizations are eligible to receive funding only once per calendar year.
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Applications will be accepted in March and October. Award notifications will be sent approximately two months after each application period. Organizations can apply for both a community grant and event sponsorship within the same cycle.
An organization is only eligible to receive funding once per calendar year. (Note: Grant applications in March support activities in the same calendar year, while grant applications in October support activities in the following calendar year.)
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofits serving LG&E/KU communities in KY Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $5,000 - $50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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