Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Grants

About this program

Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation awards grants of $1,000–$2,500 to Arkansas organizations funding programs that benefit African American and other underserved populations, with priority areas including education, health and wellness, youth development, strengthening families, and economic development. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) nonprofits, hospitals, public schools, and government agencies statewide; applications are submitted online during the Feb 1–Apr 1 window. Proposals are evaluated on community benefit, organizational capacity, measurable outcomes, sustainability, collaboration, and evidence of local financial support. Requests for annual or capital campaigns, partisan political projects, sectarian religious purposes, scholarships/fellowships, multi‑year proposals, and ongoing administrative costs are generally not considered.