5 Current Grant Opportunities for Nonprofits Navigating Uncertainty in 2025
- elijahcanales56
- May 17
- 1 min read
As nonprofits across the country face funding shortfalls, program closures, and growing demand, strategic funding has never been more important. At Defiant Strategies, we’re committed to not just helping you adapt—but helping you thrive.
Here are five current funding opportunities you should know about—and how they can support your work during these uncertain times.
🔶 1. MacArthur Foundation
The MacArthur Foundation recently increased its giving from 5% to 6% of its endowment, unlocking $150 million in additional grants over two years. Funding areas include climate solutions, justice reform, and nonprofit resilience.
🔶 2. Walmart Spark Good Local Grants
Walmart is offering $250 to $5,000 grants to nonprofits through their Spark Good Local Grants program. Applications are reviewed quarterly, and funding supports education, hunger relief, and community engagement.
🔶 3. Bank of America Charitable Foundation
This foundation funds initiatives in economic mobility, affordable housing, workforce development, and community revitalization. Their two-round application cycle is open each spring and summer.
🔶 4. California Grants Portal
For California-based nonprofits, this is a comprehensive state-run portal listing dozens of open grant opportunities. New listings are added regularly in public health, housing, education, and more.
🔶 5. Impact100 Traverse City
This women-led collective is awarding $345,000 in 2025 to three nonprofits focused on local, high-impact projects. The grant offers $115,000 to each selected organization.
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