IMPACT Special Funding Opportunities
The IMPACT Special Funding program funds nonprofits in Greater New Orleans advancing health, disease prevention, youth development, and support for underserved communities through targeted, trust-based grants.
Funder: Greater New Orleans Foundation
Due Dates: August 27, 2026 (Full application submission deadline, 11:59 pm CT)
Funding Amounts: Average grant size is $20,000; total available per fund ranges from $30,000 to $145,000; awards may be larger or smaller.
Summary: Supports nonprofits advancing health and youth development in Greater New Orleans, with targeted grants for outreach, healthcare, and underserved communities.
Key Information: Applicants may submit only one application and must not hold a current IMPACT renewal grant.
Description
The IMPACT Special Funding Opportunities program, administered by the Greater New Orleans Foundation, provides targeted grants to nonprofit organizations serving the Greater New Orleans region. The program focuses on advancing health and youth development, prioritizing initiatives that address healthcare assistance, public health outreach, eye surgery for indigent patients, and support for children and families marginalized by traditional institutions. Funding is allocated through dedicated trusts, each with specific focus areas and eligibility criteria. Priority is given to organizations demonstrating strong leadership, fiscal responsibility, equity, community engagement, advocacy for underserved populations, and creative stakeholder involvement.
