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Truist Foundation Grants

TruistCloses Nov 30, 2026(45 days left)From $15,000

Summary

501(c)(3) public charities that build career pathways for unemployed or underemployed adults, or that help small businesses, can apply for Truist Foundation grants of $15,000 or more without an invitation. Deadlines are March 31, July 31 and November 30.

About this grant

The Truist Foundation makes grants of at least $15,000 to 501(c)(3) public charities that build career pathways to economic mobility or strengthen small businesses, mostly in the seventeen states and D.C. where Truist operates. The application process is open, so organizations do not need an invitation. There are three yearly deadlines: March 31, July 31 and November 30.

Who can apply

  • Nonprofits

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

U.S.-based and tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code

Public charity under Section 509(a)(1), 509(a)(2) or 509(a)(3) (Type III supporting organizations only if functionally integrated); private foundations are not considered

Fiscally sponsored projects may apply

Request must fit one focus area: Building Career Pathways to Economic Mobility or Strengthening Small Businesses

Giving is focused on Truist's markets (seventeen states and the District of Columbia), with some national programs

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Workforce
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Economic development

Money can be used for

  • Operating support
  • Technical assistance
  • Training

Program contact

truistfoundation@truist.com

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