The Truist Foundation is now accepting grant applications from nonprofit organizations across the United States. These grants support programs that help people develop career skills and grow small businesses, two of the foundation’s key focus areas.
If your nonprofit organization works to improve economic mobility or strengthen small business communities, this is a strong opportunity for you to receive funding for your mission.
What Does the Truist Foundation Fund?
The Foundation funds programs that:
- Create career paths to help adults achieve long-term financial success
- Support small businesses, especially in underserved areas
Funding is for new or expanded projects, not ongoing operating costs. Eligible uses include:
- Launching a new initiative
- Expanding an existing program
- Purchasing equipment or materials
- Capital campaigns (only if at least 60% funded)
so lets check out the Eligibltiy requirements for truist foundation grant progam.
Who Can Apply for a Truist Foundation Grant?
To be eligible, organizations must meet with the eligiblity requirements:
- Be a 501(c)(3) public charity based in the United States
- Align with Truist’s focus on career pathways or small business support
- Be 501(c)(3) public charities (specifically 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2) public charity status);
- Be U.S.-based and comply with the U.S. Patriot Act.
Churches may apply if their program is secular and open to the general public.
What Projects Are Not Eligible?
Truist does not fund:
- General operating expenses or recurring funding
- Events, travel, or memberships
- Political or religious services
- Scholarships, documentaries, or media projects
- Groups on U.S. government watchlists
How to Apply for a Truist Foundation Grant
All application must be submitted online through the Truist Foundation’s grants portal. follow the simple steps here:
- Visit the official Truist Foundation Grant page.
- Create an account and complete the eligibility quiz.
- Choose the appropriate grant form (some may require an invitation code)
- Submit the necessary documents, including:
- Employer Identification Number (EIN)
- List of board members
- Current annual budget
- Project-specific budget
If your organization is a 509(a)(3) supporting organization, you must also provide documentation explaining your structure and supporting entities.
Grant Deadlines
Truist reviews applications three times a year:
- Apply by March 31 to hear back by July
- Apply by July 31 to hear back by November
- Apply by November 30 to hear back by April
If approved, organizations must sign a grant agreement and submit payment details through the online portal.
Grant Amounts
- The minimum grant is $5,000
- There is no set maximum, but amounts depend on project size and impact
- Truist does not offer multi-year grants, and recipients must wait three years before reapplying
Reporting Requirements
Grant recipients are required to submit progress reports. This schedule may be quarterly, semiannually, or annually, depending on the size of the grant. Truist uses these reports to track the program’s impact.
Why Apply?
The Truist Foundation is committed to helping people and communities thrive. Its grantmaking focuses on creating real, measurable change in two critical areas: career development and small business support.
If your nonprofit is making an impact in these areas, now is the time to apply.
Questions?
For help with the application process, contact:
truistfoundation@truist.com
833‑307‑2351
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