[Greater New Orleans Foundation](https://www.gnof.org)

October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $25,000 per grant; typically one-year awards.

Supports nonprofits advancing community development, capacity building, and sustainability in the Gulf South, with emphasis on food insecurity, workforce, and youth programs.

--- ## Description The Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant, administered by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, is a competitive funding opportunity for nonprofit organizations working to broaden community development across the five Gulf South states served by Hancock Whitney (Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas). The grant program emphasizes capacity building and sustainability, supporting initiatives in food insecurity, workforce development, youth programs (excluding sports), and organizations supported by AmeriCorps volunteers. The goal is to strengthen underserved and low to moderate-income communities by enabling nonprofits to expand their reach and effectiveness. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (Full application deadline, anticipated/projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants are awarded up to $25,000 per organization. - Funding is typically for a one-year period. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. - Organizations must operate within one of Hancock Whitney’s 34 assessment areas in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Texas. - Eligible focus areas include: - Food banks and food insecurity programs - Workforce readiness and job training agencies - Afterschool and youth mentorship programs (excluding sports) - Organizations with AmeriCorps-supported teams - Organizations must primarily serve underserved and/or low to moderate-income communities. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via the [Greater New Orleans Foundation online portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gnof). - Applicants are required to provide a tax identification number and demonstrate good standing with the IRS. - Only applications received by the deadline will be considered; late submissions are ineligible. - Supporting documentation and financial information must be included as part of the application. - Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the [GLM Applicant Tutorial](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991-GLM-Applicant-Tutorial) before starting a submission. --- ## Additional Information - The grant is part of Hancock Whitney’s Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) program. - All application materials will be shared with both Hancock Whitney and the Greater New Orleans Foundation. - Application documents are stored electronically and must be submitted through the portal. --- ## External Links - [Program Overview and Application Instructions](https://www.gnof.org/program/hancock-whitney-opportunity-grant/) - [Application Portal](https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=gnof) - [GLM Applicant Tutorial](https://support.foundant.com/hc/en-us/articles/4479853059991-GLM-Applicant-Tutorial) - [Greater New Orleans Foundation Homepage](https://www.gnof.org) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Phone | 504-598-4663 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact the Foundation](https://www.gnof.org/contact-us/) |

Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant

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