IMPACT Special Funding Opportunities from the Greater New Orleans Foundation support innovative health and youth development research and programs for underserved communities in the Greater New Orleans area.
Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Average grant size ~$20,000; total available varies by fund (e.g., $35,000–$155,000 per category)
Summary: Supports nonprofits in Greater New Orleans advancing health and youth development through targeted grant programs.
Key Information: Applicants may submit only one application for these special funding categories.
The IMPACT Special Funding Opportunities, offered by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, provide targeted grants for organizations working in health and youth development within the Greater New Orleans region. Multiple special funds—including the Kahn Oppenheim Trust, Harold W. Newman Trust, Gulf States Eye Surgery Fund, and Michael R. Boh Fund—support nonprofits that show strong leadership, fiscal responsibility, and a commitment to equity and community engagement. The program aims to strengthen local communities, encourage advocacy for underserved populations, and foster creative, community-driven solutions in health and youth services.