Grants to USA, India, and South Africa nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises for initiatives to benefit children and families living in urban poverty. Areas of focus include education, health, and family economic stability. Funding is intended for proposals that have a measurable impact on the lives of children and families

Grants to USA and International nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and agencies for initiatives to benefit families, children, and communities. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Focus areas include equitable communities, working families, and thriving children. The Foundation works nationally throughout the U.S. and with sovereign tribes.

Grants to USA and international nonprofit organizations for programs and activities to benefit community residents. Funding is intended to promote initiatives that have a positive impact on youth and families, veterans and first responders, and the planet. Additionally, the foundation provides college scholarships for
students who are pursuing their dreams of higher education.

Grants to Pennsylvania nonprofit organizations to expand opportunities for early childhood education in eligible locations. Funding is intended for a wide range of programs and projects that increase enrollment in early childhood education programs, particularly for under-resourced communities. Proposed projects
must occur in Philadelphia and serve families who are residents of Philadelphia.

Grants to Nebraska individuals, community organizations, schools, groups, and child care programs for the purchase of equipment or for minor building modifications. Funding is intended to help the child care programs meet licensing requirements or expand the services provided. The purpose of the Child Care Start-Up and Expansion Grant is to provide assistance in new (not yet licensed) quality child care programs, or to increase the license capacity of existing quality child
care programs.

In-kind grants of materials and resources to USA public middle schools, elementary schools, Head Start programs, and preschools to implement STEM learning programs. Priority is given to schools that serve Title I students. The purpose of the program is to assist students in feeling confident and capable with science and technology, and to develop their STEM Identity and Technology Fluency.

Grants to USA organizations and entities for programs that engage and inform communities. Applicants must submit a Letter of Inquiry before submitting a full application. The funder invests in the priority areas of arts and culture, research in media and democracy, journalism, and the success of cities and towns where John S. and James L. Knight once published newspapers.

Grants of up to $25,000 to USA organizations to positively impact local communities. Funding may be requested for program support, capital support, and general operating support. Areas of focus include education and advancement, disability and empowerment, and healthy communities.

Grants of up to $25,000 to Nebraska licensed childcare providers in eligible locations to improve capacity. Funding is intended to sustain and strengthen underrepresented childcare businesses in economically distressed and disadvantaged communities. Priority is given to underserved childcare providers

Grants of up to $25,000 to Virginia nonprofit childcare providers in eligible regions for general operational support. The purpose of the grant program is to expand the availability of quality early childcare in the region. Eligible childcare providers must be located in Chesterfield, Henrico, Petersburg, or the City of Richmond.
In response to the challenges and needs within our region, Robins Foundation is piloting a non-profit SEED (“Support for Early Education and Development”) grant program, the goal of which is to provide small, local child care providers with a simplified and responsive funding opportunity, which lies outside of the traditional grant application process.

Grants to Oregon childcare providers for projects to improve childcare offerings for working families. The purpose of the program is to increase access and affordability of high quality child care and
learning programs. Priority will be given to infant and toddler programs as well as those striving to provide full-time, 5-day-a-week care.

Grants of to New Hampshire and Vermont nonprofit organizations, schools, libraries, and childcare and early education centers for initiatives to promote literacy. Funding is intended for author presentations, books for classrooms and libraries, book giveaways, and events. The goal of the funding program is to generate excitement about literacy-related activities.