Walmart Foundation Spark Good Local Grants

Funding Opportunity

Walmart believes that investing in local communities strengthens our business as well as the communities we serve. Local grants are designed to support local organizations that meet the unique needs of the communities where we operate, build pride among all associates, and deepen relationships with our customers. Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5000.

FAQ Page: https://www.walmart.org/how-we-give/faqs

Deadline:
July 15, 2025
Amount:
$250-$5,000
Assistance:
Grant Funding
Location:

Eligibility:

  • Organizations must have a Spark Good account and be verified by Deed, Walmart’s third-party verification service provider.
  • Organizations must serve the same service area that the facility they are requesting funding from serves. Eligible entities must be a:
  • 501(c)(3) public charity: An organization holding a current tax-exempt status and classified as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, listed on the IRS Master File and conducting activities within the United States; classified as a public charity under Section 509(a)(1), (2) or (3) (Types I or II); and Deed verified.
  • Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): U.S. federal agencies territories and commonwealths, state agencies and departments and political subdivisions (including cities, counties, municipal agencies).
  • School: All K-12 public or nonprofit private schools, charter schools, community/junior colleges, state/private colleges, or universities. Institutions must have a NCES (National Center for Education Statistics) number or 501c3 tax status and be verified with Deed.
  • Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large, such as food pantries, soup kitchens and clothing closets and Deed verified.

Timing:

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a quarterly basis:

  • Mar. 10 – Apr. 15, 2025
  • May 1– Jul. 15, 2025
  • Aug. 1 – Oct. 15, 2025
  • Nov. 3 – Dec. 31, 2025

A maximum of 25 applications (pending or approved status), is allowed per organization at any time.

Once funded, reapplication to the same facility is not allowed within the same fiscal year.

Final decisions are made before the next quarter’s application opening.

Cost Share / Match:

None.

Walmart Foundation Spark Good Local Grants

Funding Opportunity

Walmart believes that investing in local communities strengthens our business as well as the communities we serve. Local grants are designed to support local organizations that meet the unique needs of the communities where we operate, build pride among all associates, and deepen relationships with our customers. Each year, Walmart U.S. stores, Sam’s Clubs and Distribution Centers award local cash grants ranging from $250 to $5000.

FAQ Page: https://www.walmart.org/how-we-give/faqs

Dates:
-
Date:
Jul 15
Time:
Cost:
$250-$5,000
Assistance:
Grant Funding
Location:

Eligibility:

  • Organizations must have a Spark Good account and be verified by Deed, Walmart’s third-party verification service provider.
  • Organizations must serve the same service area that the facility they are requesting funding from serves. Eligible entities must be a:
  • 501(c)(3) public charity: An organization holding a current tax-exempt status and classified as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, listed on the IRS Master File and conducting activities within the United States; classified as a public charity under Section 509(a)(1), (2) or (3) (Types I or II); and Deed verified.
  • Government entity (non-501(c)(3)): U.S. federal agencies territories and commonwealths, state agencies and departments and political subdivisions (including cities, counties, municipal agencies).
  • School: All K-12 public or nonprofit private schools, charter schools, community/junior colleges, state/private colleges, or universities. Institutions must have a NCES (National Center for Education Statistics) number or 501c3 tax status and be verified with Deed.
  • Church or other faith-based organization with a proposed project that benefits the community at large, such as food pantries, soup kitchens and clothing closets and Deed verified.

Cost Share / Match:

None.

Timing:

Applications are accepted and reviewed on a quarterly basis:

  • Mar. 10 – Apr. 15, 2025
  • May 1– Jul. 15, 2025
  • Aug. 1 – Oct. 15, 2025
  • Nov. 3 – Dec. 31, 2025

A maximum of 25 applications (pending or approved status), is allowed per organization at any time.

Once funded, reapplication to the same facility is not allowed within the same fiscal year.

Final decisions are made before the next quarter’s application opening.

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