The Nonprofit Startup Center

The Nonprofit Startup Center We are a group of experienced and dedicated professionals with the mission to help you leverage your Business and Nonprofit filing and structuring.

Nonprofit Startup Center: SOLUTIONS TO HELP START, DEVELOP, AND MANAGE YOUR NONPROFIT

GRANT WRITING AND DEVELOPMENT
We are proud to deliver turn-key grant services including identification and analysis of grant opportunities, extensive research, conducting needs assessments, program model development, creation of management plans, evaluation design, budget planning, completion of required federal

forms, and electronic submission by a team of highly qualified grant professionals and expert consultants. We embrace the team approach and will work collaboratively with you to develop a program model that meets the strategic goals of your organization and aligns with the funders' priorities. GRANT MANAGEMENT
We provide a range of services to help you effectively manage grant programs, ensuring the highest standards of accountability. Our priority, when your grant is funded, is to support you in implementing a quality program that produces results. As your ongoing partner, we take on the frustrating details of grants management to help you keep your program on track.

• Providing Ongoing Consultation
• Accessing Best Practices and Research
• Assisting with Budget Management
• Hosting Informative Webinars and Networking Events
• Preparing for Monitoring Calls and Site Visits
• Assisting with Sustainability Planning
• Grant Writing Training

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
We work with you to develop, implement and manage a customize capital campaign that fits your need and vision. NONPROFIT STARTUP
We work with you step by step to help you develop your Startup or Nonprofit organization. Business and Nonprofit strategic plan and development. Marketing and financial practices. Business and Nonprofit management and expansion. TRAINING and WORKSHOP
We provide ongoing training and workshop to equip and strengthen Startups and Not-For-Profits: Grant Writing and Management, Financial Management, Fundraising, and Capital Campaigns. COACHING and MENTORING
We provide training and tools to help raise capital through the collective effort of friends, family, customers, and supporters. This approach is based on the collective efforts of a large pool of individuals and resources—and leverages their networks for greater reach and exposure.

*GRANT INFO*SC Johnson Grants ProgramSC Johnson provides grants and product donations to nonprofit organizations working...
06/03/2026

*GRANT INFO*
SC Johnson Grants Program

SC Johnson provides grants and product donations to nonprofit organizations working to create a healthier world, a more sustainable world, and a world with more opportunity. Funding supports initiatives focused on food insecurity, healthcare access, environmental sustainability, education, housing access, economic mobility, and community development.

✅ Deadline: Open Now (Rolling)

There are no application deadlines. Applications are accepted year-round, with most proposals reviewed within 90–120 days.

✅ Geography: International

• United States
• Canada
• International organizations through SC Johnson’s Community Affairs process

Please note: SC Johnson indicates that it places emphasis on geographic areas where it has major operations. However, the company also states that it will consider regional and national programs through a separate two-stage review process. Geographic preference is a consideration, not an absolute eligibility requirement.

✅ Focus Areas:

🌱 A Healthier World
• Food insecurity
• Healthcare access
• Disease prevention
• Health outcomes

🌎 A More Sustainable World
• Environmental conservation
• Recycling initiatives
• Plastic waste reduction
• Ocean and forest protection
• Carbon reduction

🚪 A World with More Opportunity
• Education access
• Housing access
• Economic mobility
• Community strengthening
• Workforce development

✅ Eligibility:
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Government entities (schools, libraries, public agencies)
• Canadian registered charities
• International nonprofit organizations

💰 Funding Amount:
Varies by project. No standard grant amount is published.

🔗 Learn More & Apply:
https://www.scjohnson.com/en/community/grants

⚠️ Before applying, organizations should carefully review the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), eligibility requirements, geographic considerations, and application guidance to determine fit and understand the review process.

Wherever we operate, we want to help make that place better, because we are there. Since 1937, SC Johnson has given 5% of all pretax profits to charities.

*GRANT INFO*WaFd Bank Foundation Grant ProgramThe WaFd Bank Foundation provides funding to community-based nonprofits th...
06/01/2026

*GRANT INFO*
WaFd Bank Foundation Grant Program

The WaFd Bank Foundation provides funding to community-based nonprofits that primarily serve low- and moderate-income individuals and families. The foundation focuses on strengthening communities through housing, economic opportunity, financial education, workforce development, and basic needs support.

💡 Focus Areas Include:
• Social services and basic needs
• Emergency housing and rental assistance
• Food and nutrition programs
• Economic development
• Financial literacy
• Affordable housing
• Community revitalization
• Job development and workforce training

📅 Deadline:
✅ Open Now

• Applications are accepted January 1 through October 31 each year.

🌎 Geography / Service Area:
• Organizations must be located near a WaFd Bank branch.
• Eligible states include Arizona, California, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, and Washington.

✅ Eligibility:
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Must have operated for at least 12 months
• Must primarily serve low- and moderate-income populations
• Must be located near a WaFd Bank branch

💰 Grant Information:
• Typical grants range from $1,000–$5,000
• WaFd awards more than $1 million annually through its foundation

💡 Good to Know:
• Strong preference for programs serving low- and moderate-income communities
• Letter of support from a WaFd Bank employee is strongly encouraged
• Does not fund fundraising events, sponsorships, medical research, animal welfare organizations, or most arts programs
• Supports both general operating and program/project requests

🔗 Official Website:

The WaFd Bank Foundation's purpose is to facilitate direct giving to community-based nonprofits.

*GRANT INFO*Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation GrantThe Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation describes itself as “A Foundation for...
06/01/2026

*GRANT INFO*
Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation Grant

The Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation describes itself as “A Foundation for All” and supports a broad range of charitable projects. The foundation funds organizations working in areas such as education, healthcare, community development, environmental stewardship, peace, social justice, food security, and other charitable causes.

💡 Focus Areas Include:
• Education
• Healthcare
• Community development
• Environmental initiatives
• Peace and conflict resolution
• Social justice
• Food security
• Other charitable causes

📅 Deadline:
• Application deadline: October 31, 2026
• Grant decisions are typically made in December
• Notifications are generally sent by early January

🌎 Geography / Service Area:
• United States
• International projects may also be considered
• Broad geographic scope

✅ Eligibility:
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Must be listed in the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search
• One application per organization per grant cycle
• Does not fund individuals or for-profit organizations

💰 Grant Information:
• No set grant amount published
• Historical awards have ranged from a few hundred dollars to more than $15,000
• Many grants appear to fall in the $5,000–$10,000 range

💡 Good to know:
• The foundation funds a wide variety of charitable causes rather than a narrow set of focus areas
• Organizations should clearly demonstrate charitable impact and alignment with the proposed project

🔗 Official Website:

The Dudley T. Dougherty Foundation, "A Foundation for All", was established in 2002. It was begun in order to give a clear voice for those who wish to be a part of the many, worthy, forces for change in our world.

*GRANT INFO*Nationwide Foundation Community Grants ProgramThe Nationwide Foundation supports nonprofit organizations add...
05/30/2026

*GRANT INFO*
Nationwide Foundation Community Grants Program

The Nationwide Foundation supports nonprofit organizations addressing critical community needs through funding focused on children’s wellbeing, food security, crisis stabilization, and economic empowerment. The Foundation provides grants for general operating support, program support, and limited capital projects in select communities where Nationwide has a significant presence.

✅ Focus Areas Include:
• Children’s wellbeing
• Food security
• Crisis stabilization
• Economic empowerment

📅 Deadline:
• Grant applications accepted annually from June 1 – September 1
• Attendance at a mandatory grant training is required before applying

🌎 Geography / Service Area:
The Nationwide Foundation accepts applications only from nonprofits serving the following communities:
• Columbus (Metro), Ohio
• Des Moines, Iowa
• Gainesville, Florida
• Raleigh, North Carolina
• San Antonio, Texas
• Scottsdale/Phoenix (Metro), Arizona

✅ Eligibility:
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Organizations serving one of the eligible communities listed above
• Must attend required grant training prior to application submission

💰 Grant Information:
• General operating support available
• Program/project support available
• Limited capital support considered on a case-by-case basis

💡 Good to Know:
• Arts and culture organizations are by invitation only
• Applications are reviewed using a community impact model aligned with the Foundation’s four priority areas
• Sponsorship requests are handled through a separate process

🔗 Official Website:

For 60 years, the Nationwide Foundation has made strategic philanthropic investments to meet the critical needs of our communities. Learn more about our mission.

*GRANT INFO*Cogir USA Foundation• Supports organizations and projects that make a tangible contribution to the well-bein...
05/29/2026

*GRANT INFO*
Cogir USA Foundation
• Supports organizations and projects that make a tangible contribution to the well-being of young people and seniors
• The foundation’s mission is to improve the daily lives of youth and seniors
• The grant committee reviews applications four times per year:
• March
• June
• September
• December.

✅ Who it’s for:
• Organizations located in the U.S.
• Must be in one of the states where Cogir operates; the site’s state selector shows 13 states.
• The application form allows submissions from:
• Charitable organizations registered with the IRS
• Nonprofits/associations
• Educational institutions
• Individuals or groups.

💡 Good to know:
• Cogir says projects should be concrete and sustainable
• They strongly recommend including a detailed budget and quotes or bids when available
• The U.S. application form lists a maximum amount requested of $25,000
• The form also shows other possible support options such as:
• Reduced commercial rent
• Access to rooms or other space
• Equipment donation
• Volunteer help or mentoring.

💡 Why this one stands out:
This looks like a practical opportunity for organizations serving youth or seniors, especially those with a specific, well-defined project and a clear budget.

🔗 Learn more / apply:

The Cogir Foundation supports causes that fall within four specific themes: To take positive and concrete action to improve the daily lives of young people and seniors. As we work each day to create…

*GRANT INFO*Nasdaq Foundation - Economic Opportunity Grant ProgramThe Nasdaq Foundation focuses on expanding economic op...
05/27/2026

*GRANT INFO*
Nasdaq Foundation - Economic Opportunity Grant Program
The Nasdaq Foundation focuses on expanding economic opportunity and financial empowerment in underserved communities through workforce development, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, investor education, and access to capital initiatives.

💡 Focus Areas Include:
• Regional revitalization & rural wealth building
• Workforce development
• Financial literacy & resilience
• Investor education
• Access to capital
• Entrepreneurship support
• Employee & community ownership initiatives
• Economic opportunity programs

📅 Deadline:
July Cycle
• Expression of Interest Deadline: July 31, 2026
• Full Proposal Invitations: August 31, 2026
• Full Proposal Deadline: October 16, 2026
• Award Notifications: November 30, 2026

🌎 Geography / Service Area:
• United States

✅ Eligibility:
• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Fiscal sponsors may apply on behalf of qualified nonprofits
• Organizations must align with Nasdaq Foundation priorities

💰 Grant Information:
• No stated minimum or maximum grant amount
• Multi-year funding may be considered
• Reasonable overhead costs may be included

💡 Good to know:
• Applications begin with an Expression of Interest (EOI)
• Not all organizations invited to submit EOIs will advance to full proposal stage
• The Foundation generally does NOT fund projects focused exclusively on K-12 financial literacy

🔗 Official Website:
https://www.nasdaq.com/nasdaq-foundation

➡️ From the homepage:
Nasdaq Foundation → Economic Opportunity Grant Program → 2026 Grant Guidelines (read) → Apply for the Economic Opportunity Grant

Nasdaq Foundation reimagines investor engagement to empower diverse communities with financial advancement to unlock greater market participation.

*GRANT INFO*The Bolger Foundation Grant ProgramThe Bolger Foundation primarily supports capital projects with long-term ...
05/26/2026

*GRANT INFO*
The Bolger Foundation Grant Program

The Bolger Foundation primarily supports capital projects with long-term impact, including:

• Construction of new facilities

• Building renovations and improvements

• Purchase of capital equipment and furnishings

• Other one-time capital needs

🎯 Focus Areas:

• Conservation and preservation

• Underserved and underprivileged communities

• Health, including mental health

• Community initiatives

• Education

📍 Service area / geography:

• United States

⚠️ Eligibility:

• Must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

💰 Grant Amounts:

• $10,000 – $250,000

• Overall project budget must not exceed $2.5 million

📅 Application Deadlines:

• Fall Cycle: June 1 – September 1

• Applications capped at 500 submissions per cycle

🚫 The Foundation Does NOT Support:

• Salaries or ongoing operating costs

• Charter schools

• Public entities (schools, municipalities, etc.)

**Please check the website for further information

🔗 Learn more / apply:

The mission of The Bolger Foundation is to inspire individuals and support charitable organizations. We are empowering people to better serve their community.

*GRANT INFO*Wegmans Community Giving• Wegmans accepts donation and sponsorship requests from organizations that fit its ...
05/25/2026

*GRANT INFO*

Wegmans Community Giving

• Wegmans accepts donation and sponsorship requests from organizations that fit its community giving priorities
• Requests must be submitted online
• Wegmans does not accept written, faxed, or emailed requests

✅ Focus areas include:
• Feeding the hungry
• Enriching neighborhoods
• Supporting education
• Assisting youth and families

📍 Service area / geography:
• Communities where Wegmans operates
• Wegmans currently has stores in:
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• New Jersey
• Maryland
• Virginia
• North Carolina
• Massachusetts
• Connecticut
• Delaware
• Washington, D.C.

📅 Deadline / cycle:
• Requests are accepted through Wegmans’ online donation request system
• No single public deadline is listed

💡 Good to know:
• This is a community giving / donation request program
• Wegmans says requests must align with its giving priorities
• Wegmans lists some requests it cannot accommodate, so applicants should review the guidelines before submitting

🔗 Learn more / apply:

With a goal of cultivating healthy, thriving communities, we support community organizations large and small, focusing our efforts on key areas where we can have the greatest impact: hunger relief, health, education and economic mobility, youth support, and community and collaboration.

*GRANT INFO*Grant for promoting the community, arts, education, health and wellness. Central Florida: priority giving to...
05/25/2026

*GRANT INFO*
Grant for promoting the community, arts, education, health and wellness.
Central Florida: priority giving to Orange, Osceola & Seminole Counties!

Intended for nonprofits embarking on significant capital campaigns, this grant provides strategic support for facility improvements, building projects, or infrastructure expansion. Applicants must demonstrate how the project aligns with our mission and will strengthen their long-term service impact....

*GRANT INFO*The Old National Bank Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities through ...
05/23/2026

*GRANT INFO*

The Old National Bank Foundation supports nonprofit organizations working to strengthen communities through affordable housing, workforce development, financial empowerment, and economic mobility initiatives.

✅ Focus areas include:
• Affordable housing
• Workforce development
• Economic development
• Financial empowerment
• Community development

📍 Service area / geography:
• Must serve communities where Old National Bank operates, including:
• Indiana
• Illinois
• Kentucky
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Iowa
• Wisconsin
• Tennessee

⚠️ Eligibility:
• Must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• Programs must align with ONB funding priorities

📅 2026 Grant Cycles:
• January 5 – February 13, 2026
• June 1 – July 10, 2026

💰 Grant size:
• Grant amounts vary
• Philanthropy tracking sources report average awards around $15,000

🔗 Learn more / apply:
https://www.oldnational.com

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