Grant Opportunities
St. Mary’s Food Bank is proud to support the growth of our Agency Partners through the Agency Development Grant and other grant opportunities in Arizona. We aim to provide sustainability, structure, and guidance through equipment and capital support. We invite you to explore external grant opportunities below or click here to learn more about the Agency Development Grant.
Centene Foundation
Application Deadline: November 29, 2024
Centene has always believed the best way to deliver health care is locally. Our uniquely local approach has been our greatest strength since the beginning. Partnerships focus on three distinct drivers of health: healthcare access, social services and education. Because we recognize that transforming the health of our communities requires more than one-time contributions, we seek partnerships that can grow over time and position our communities to thrive.
Kroger Giving Back
Application Deadline: December 4, 2024
Kroger supports nonprofit organizations that are making a difference in their communities. Kroger gives back to communities through Kroger Community Rewards in these key focus areas: Zero Hunger | Zero Waste, Diversity & Inclusion, Health & Nutrition, Education & Youth Development, Disaster Relief, and Stronger Communities.
Agriculture & Food Research Initiative Competitive Grants Program Education & Workforce Development
Application Deadline: December 5, 2024
The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative – Education and Workforce Development (EWD) focuses on developing the next generation of research, education, and extension professionals in the food and agricultural sciences. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) requests applications for the AFRI’s Education and Workforce Development program areas to support many youth initiatives.
Cohort to Improve the School Food System
Application Deadline: December 13, 2024
Applicants should propose innovative and collaborative approaches that reimagine the school food system and that could be sustained and scaled elsewhere. We encourage applicants to think creatively about transformational partnerships and projects, particularly those that bring new industry into the school food supply chain.
Community Facilities Programs
Grant Opportunities Range in Funding & Application Deadlines
Essential community infrastructure is key in ensuring that rural areas enjoy the same basic quality of life and services enjoyed by those in urban areas. Community Facilities Programs offer direct loans, loan guarantees and grants to develop or improve essential public services and facilities in communities across rural America.
Grant Opportunities & Resources from First Nations
Grant Opportunities Range in Funding & Application Deadlines
Founded in 1980, First Nations began its national grantmaking program in 1993 and through year-end 2023, they have successfully managed 3,385 grants totaling $79.9 million to Native American projects and organizations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. Territory American Samoa. Their grantmaking program provides both financial and technical resources to tribes and Native nonprofit organizations to support asset-based development efforts.
Funding Opportunities from the Economic Development Administration
Grant Opportunities Range in Funding & Application Deadlines
EDA has a wide variety of programs and funding opportunities available. Please refer to the link below for more information, including NOFOs, application links, and any applicable deadlines. For additional assistance, please contact the relevant Economic Development Representative for your state or district.
Arizona Economic Resource Center
Application Period: Open Year-Round
The Arizona Economic Resource Center (AZERC) aims to enable eligible Arizona cities, towns, counties, tribal communities, and nonprofits to win and implement competitive federal, state, municipal, or foundation grants. An initiative of Local First Arizona, the Arizona Economic Resource Center provides the following services, free of charge, to qualifying entities: Grant Writing, Reviewing & Editing, Budget Guidance, Facilitation, Project Management, Economic Impact Analysis, and Strategic Planning.
Majestic Realty Foundation Grants
Application Period: Open Year-Round
The Majestic Realty Foundation funds well-established service providers focusing on youth, education, family, health, and violence prevention in their core geographic markets. To begin the grant request process, nonprofit organizations with a focus and geographic reach matching the Majestic Realty Foundation objectives should submit in writing a letter of introduction.
JSF Indigenous Peoples Grant Program
Application Period: Open Year-Round
JSF makes grants to organizations that help people overcome barriers to education and employment. Addressing these barriers enables them to graduate and find good jobs, thereby contributing to and enriching their communities. JSF assists people indirectly by making grants to schools, universities, and non-profits, and funds initiatives such as scholarships, mentoring, tutoring and internships.
Bashas’ Purposeful Giving
Application Period: Open Year-Round
Bashas’ proudly supports causes that make significant impacts in our communities and align with one or more of our Purposeful Giving pillars, including Advocating for Good, Child Welfare, Environment & Sustainability, Food Access, Food System Education, and Total Wellness. Visit their website to review guidelines and procedures.
Technical Assistance Partnership of Arizona
Application Period: Open Year-Round
TAPAZ is a full-service fiscal sponsor focused on providing behind-the-scenes support to local nonprofits. Fiscal sponsorship allows TAPAZ to accept and disburse funds for projects and programs, allowing nonprofits to focus on carrying out their mission. TAPAZ provides the administrative services and grant support.
Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s Outdoor Fund
Application Period: Open Year-Round
They invest in programs and initiatives aimed at: Conserving Wildlife and Habitat, Connecting New Audiences to the Outdoors, Advocating for Access and Sportsmen’s Rights, Supporting Military and Veterans, and Strengthening Communities in the Missouri Ozarks.
Cupertino Electric Inc. Donations
Application Period: Open Year-Round
For nearly 70 years, we at Cupertino Electric have focused on delivering power and possibilities to customers and communities alike. As our company continues to expand and evolve, so has our giving program. With corporate charitable dollars, we primarily support nonprofit organizations focused on three areas: hunger, homelessness and early (K-8) education.
Blue Meridian Partners Grant
Application Period: Open Year-Round
Blue Meridian Partners seeks to transform the life trajectories of young people and families in poverty by investing in strategies that advance economic and social mobility and equitable opportunity. They assist stand-alone nonprofits with a history of service to young people and families in poverty in the U.S., and are financially viable, with a budget greater than $1,000,000.
Arizona Together for Impact Grants
Application Period: Open Year-Round
Arizona Together for Impact supports nonprofits across Arizona to pursue their missions through sustained collaborations with other organizations. They fund one-time, third-party costs to explore or implement a sustained collaboration: facilitators, consultants, lawyers, accountants, and/or other one-time costs necessary to complete a transaction.
Grant, Fund, & Loan Opportunities Available
Opportunities Range in Support & Deadlines
Through strategic investments and partnerships, Arizona Community Foundation supports and collaborates with the organizations on the front lines working to meet community needs and enhance shared quality of life. Learn more about how they support nonprofits through a variety of opportunities, including competitive grants, discretionary and advised grantmaking, professionally managed funds, and loans that support community projects.
Arizona Economic Resource Center Grants
Grant Opportunities Range in Funding & Application Deadlines
The Arizona Economic Resource Center (AZERC) lists grants opportunities available in Arizona by category with links to apply online. Visit their website to discover grant opportunities available to your organization!