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Grants in Arkansas

Browse 2 open and upcoming grants tagged for Arkansas, plus 1,225 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

2

National Grants

1,225

Median Max Award

$1M

Total Available

1,227

Arkansas Grants by Funding Source

Private / Foundation

2

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Arkansas

Showing 2 of 2 grants in Arkansas, plus 1,225 nationwide grants

2 grants on this page, worth up to $2.0M combined.

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USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant Program

open

USDA Rural Development

Grants and low-interest loans for essential community facilities in rural areas including healthcare, education, public safety, and community support services.

$50K – $1M
Rolling
community developmentinfrastructurerural development

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Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program

open

Institute of Museum and Library Services

Grants to develop a diverse workforce of librarians and archivists through scholarships, research, continuing education, and curriculum development.

$50K – $1M
Rolling
library servicesEducationworkforce development

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
USDA Community Facilities Direct Loan & Grant ProgramUSDA Rural Development$50K - $1MRolling / Open
Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian ProgramInstitute of Museum and Library Services$50K - $1MRolling / Open

Top Grant Categories in Arkansas

Library Services1
Education1
Workforce Development1
Community Development1
Infrastructure1
Rural Development1

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Frequently Asked Questions: Arkansas Grants

How many grants are available in Arkansas?
There are currently 2 grants specifically tagged for Arkansas, plus 1,225 nationwide grants that organizations in Arkansas can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for Arkansas grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in Arkansas are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in Arkansas?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in Arkansas?
Yes. In addition to Arkansas-specific funding, there are 1,225 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the typical grant size in Arkansas?
Across 2 Arkansas-tagged grants that publish an award ceiling, the median maximum award is $1M. Placeholder ceilings and bond or financing programs are left out of that figure because they are not grant sizes.

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