Grants in Arkansas: 45+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Arkansas can access federal grants open to all states, Arkansas-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Arkansas nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

45+

Grants Available

$31.0M

Total Funding Tracked

$1.3M

Average Award

AR

State

Top Funding Categories in Arkansas

philanthropygeneralarts_culture$150K-$1.5Meconomic_development

Active Grants in Arkansas

Wal-mart Foundation — Grants Program
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Wal-mart Foundation

Wal-mart Foundation is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2024, the foundation distributed $131,129,959 in grants. Total assets: $30,282,854. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Harriet And Warren Stephens Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Harriet And Warren Stephens Family Foundation

Harriet And Warren Stephens Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Little Rock, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $25,167,694 in grants. Total assets: $63,660,568. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Walton Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Walton Family Foundation Inc

Walton Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $641,316,726 in grants. Total assets: $5,714,135,948. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Alice L Walton Foundation — Grants Program
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Alice L Walton Foundation

Alice L Walton Foundation is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $94,958,378 in grants. Total assets: $4,045,996,103. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Rob And Melani Walton Foundation — Grants Program
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Rob And Melani Walton Foundation

Rob And Melani Walton Foundation is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $79,040,780 in grants. Total assets: $430,040,308. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Willard And Pat Walker Charitable Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Willard And Pat Walker Charitable Foundation Inc

Willard And Pat Walker Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Fayetteville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $12,626,383 in grants. Total assets: $334,398,230. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Wend Ii Inc — Grants Program
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Wend Ii Inc

Wend Ii Inc is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $32,655,299 in grants. Total assets: $147,950,858. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Alumbra Innovations Foundation — Grants Program
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Alumbra Innovations Foundation

Alumbra Innovations Foundation is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $26,976,712 in grants. Total assets: $126,948,198. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Windgate Charitable Trust — Grants Program
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Windgate Charitable Trust

Windgate Charitable Trust is a private foundation based in Little Rock, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $101,942,939 in grants. Total assets: $365,176,978. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Town Branch Foundation — Grants Program
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Town Branch Foundation

Town Branch Foundation is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $37,811,935 in grants. Total assets: $470,582,767. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Penner Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Penner Family Foundation

Penner Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $28,861,200 in grants. Total assets: $118,722,019. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Art Bridges Inc — Grants Program
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Art Bridges Inc

Art Bridges Inc is a private foundation based in Bentonville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $278,696,414 in grants. Total assets: $867,875,805. Primary focus area: arts culture. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Delta Regional Authority
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Delta Regional Authority

$150K-$1.5M

Up to $1.5MRolling deadline
Tyson Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Tyson Foundation Inc

Tyson Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Fayetteville, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $8,189,586 in grants. Total assets: $30,610,161. Primary focus area: philanthropy. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
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Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation

Economic development

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Charles A Frueauff Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Charles A Frueauff Foundation Inc

Charles A Frueauff Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Little Rock, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,516,916 in grants. Total assets: $65,714,419. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Jones Trust — Grants Program
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Jones Trust

Jones Trust is a private foundation based in Springdale, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,071,726 in grants. Total assets: $75,642,735. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Becky And Bob Alexander Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Becky And Bob Alexander Charitable Foundation

Becky And Bob Alexander Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Rogers, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,903,000 in grants. Total assets: $37,394,512. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Ferguson Family Baptist Missionary And Educational Fndn Ltd — Grants Program
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Ferguson Family Baptist Missionary And Educational Fndn Ltd

Ferguson Family Baptist Missionary And Educational Fndn Ltd is a private foundation based in Arkadelphia, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $5,730,162 in grants. Total assets: $51,383,162. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation — Grants Program
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Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation

Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation is a private foundation based in Little Rock, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $4,281,250 in grants. Total assets: $151,671,301. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Murphy Usa Charitable Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Murphy Usa Charitable Foundation Inc

Murphy Usa Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in El Dorado, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $9,551,993 in grants. Total assets: $25,837,214. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Blue And You Foundation — Grants Program
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Blue And You Foundation

Blue And You Foundation is a private foundation based in Little Rock, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,312,162 in grants. Total assets: $78,719,944. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Murphy Foundation — Grants Program
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Murphy Foundation

Murphy Foundation is a private foundation based in El Dorado, AR. In 2024, the foundation distributed $3,198,079 in grants. Total assets: $17,943,058. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Delta Dental Of Arkansas Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Delta Dental Of Arkansas Foundation Inc

Delta Dental Of Arkansas Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Sherwood, AR. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,204,151 in grants. Total assets: $15,946,517. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Arkansas Grants

What types of grants are available in Arkansas?

Arkansas organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Arkansas-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Arkansas to apply for state grants?

For most Arkansas state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Arkansas and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Arkansas state grant opportunities?

Arkansas state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Arkansas grants?

Arkansas state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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