All Articles - Grants
Helpful Resource – Grant Ready Kentucky
Grant Ready Kentucky is a searchable database of state and federal funding opportunities to help local leaders identify and plan for grants that align with their projects.
Helpful Resource - GrantStation "How-To" Videos
These videos walk you through using GrantStation, a powerful grants search tool for KLC members. After viewing, log on to GrantStation on this page.
Helpful Resource - KLC Step-by-Step Guide to Grant Writing
This "How To" Guide was created to help municipalities be successful with grants.
Helpful Resource - SAMS and UEI Registrations
These registrations are necessary to do business with or receive funding from the federal government.
Pool Safety Grants - Due July 13
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Grants help government agencies implement programs to prevent the drowning and drain entrapment of children in pools and spas.
The Access Fund Climbing Grants – Due Aug. 1
The Access Fund offers grants to U.S. organizations, government agencies, land trusts, and individuals for projects that promote rock climbing. Applicants requesting large amounts or land acquisition support must contact staff prior to applying. F...
Safety First Grant Program – Due Aug. 3
Norfolk Southern offers grants of up to $15,000 to nonprofit organizations and public agencies in multiple states to enhance the work of safety services and programs.
Grants for Children/Youth Sport Spaces - Due Aug. 15
Game On-Community Places to Play provides up to $100,000 in funding and technical assistance to community-rooted organizations for youth in under-resourced communities.
Animal Shelter Equipment Grants -Due Aug. 31
BluePearl Pet Hospital offers grants of up to $15,000 to nonprofit organizations and government agencies to purchase veterinary equipment.
Hungry for History Marker Grant Program – Due Nov. 9
Cities are eligible to apply for the William G. Pomeroy Foundation Hungry for History grant program, celebrating America’s food history.
Inspire Grants for Small Museums – Due Nov. 13
Inspire Grants for Small Museums (Inspire), a special initiative of the Museums for America grant program, is offering grants ranging from $5,000 to $75,000.
Grants to Protect First Responders - Due Jan. 31, 2027
Dickey Foundation grants of up to $10,000 to government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and schools for projects and activities that will help protect first responders.
Musco Sports Lighting Soccer Fund Grant - Quarterly Deadlines
Musco Sports Lighting Soccer Fund Grants are available to U.S. organizations for lighting of recreational areas in underserved communities. Fundin...
Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative - Quarterly Deadlines
The Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative’s mission is to provide practical support for efforts that promote safe, r
T-Mobile Hometown Grants - Quarterly Deadlines
Grants of up to $50,000 are offered to create and restore communal spaces that foster personal connections. Projects must benefit small towns with fewer than 50,000 people.
USA Pickleball Association Grow the Game Grants - Ongoing
The USA Pickleball Grow the Game Grant will award essential equipment bundles to community organizations and schools that are beginning or maintaining programs and incr
