Auto Club Group – Community Grants

Charitable Grants Advancing Traffic Safety, Financial Literacy, and Driver Education

The Auto Club Group Foundation provides year-round grant support to organizations delivering services within its 14-state service footprint. Grants prioritize programs that improve roadway safety, build financial literacy for youth, and expand access to quality driver education—especially in underserved communities.

Organization

Auto Club Group Foundation

Support Type

Charitable grants

Geographic Focus

Services must be provided within the Foundation’s 14-state footprint:
Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois (most of), Indiana (portion), Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota (most of), Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, South Carolina, Tennessee, Wisconsin

About the Funder

The Auto Club Group Foundation invests in practical, forward-thinking programs that deliver measurable community outcomes. Grant decisions are based on alignment with Foundation priorities, project design and outcomes, and available budget.

Funding Amounts

• Typical awards: $5,000–$15,000
• Larger grants: Considered at the Foundation’s discretion

Focus Areas

Traffic Safety

• Programs and initiatives that make roadways safer for all users
• Forward-looking solutions that address emerging traffic safety issues and new technologies
• Note: The Foundation does not fund active speed enforcement equipment (e.g., radar guns, license plate readers, traffic cameras). Requests for passive speed enforcement (e.g., speed display signs) may be considered.

Financial Literacy (K–12)

• Financial education programming for students in grades K–12
• Tools and curricula that help students make sound financial decisions

Driver Education

• Scholarships and program support to expand access to quality driver education
• Priority for underserved communities

Eligibility

The Foundation awards grants to:

• 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
• Nonprofits operating under a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsor
• Municipal governments (cities, townships, villages)
• Law enforcement agencies
• Fire departments and other first-responding agencies
• K–12 school districts
• Colleges and universities

Ineligible Requests

Grant funding does not support:

• Active speed enforcement equipment
• Mock vehicle crash events
• General operating expenses
• Event sponsorships

Application Process

Applications are accepted year-round and evaluated on a rolling basis. Applicants should clearly describe project goals, outcomes, alignment with Foundation priorities, and service delivery within the eligible footprint.

Apply / Learn More

➡️ https://www.acgfoundation.org/grants.html

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This program is a strong fit for organizations that:

• Deliver traffic safety, K–12 financial literacy, or driver education programs
• Serve communities within the Auto Club Group Foundation’s service area
• Can demonstrate clear outcomes and community impact
• Work with schools, municipalities, or first responders

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

• Review Type: Rolling
• Typical Award: $5,000–$15,000
• Best Suited For: Nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and first responders advancing safety and youth education