The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Grants fund Arkansas nonprofit projects that improve education, health, youth, families, and economic development for underserved, especially African American, communities.
Funder: Arkansas Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $1,000 to $2,500, one-year grants.
Summary: Supports Arkansas nonprofits serving underserved, especially African American, communities in areas such as education, health, youth, families, and economic development.
Key Information: No support for salaries, ongoing administrative costs, or general operating budgets.
The Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Grants, administered by the Arkansas Community Foundation in partnership with the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation, support nonprofit organizations across Arkansas working to create positive change for underserved populations, especially African American communities. The program funds initiatives in education, health and wellness, youth development, strengthening families, and economic development. Grants are intended for specific projects or programs and are evaluated based on community benefit, organizational capacity, measurable outcomes, sustainability, and collaboration.