Entergy – Open Grants Program (2026)

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Charitable Grants Supporting Community Improvement in Entergy Service Areas

Entergy’s Open Grants Program focuses on improving communities as a whole. Through this program, Entergy supports nonprofit organizations and public entities working in arts and culture, education and workforce development, poverty solutions and social services, healthy families, and community improvement. Open Grant applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and prioritized within Entergy’s service territory.

Organization: Entergy
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Entergy service areas, with priority given to specific counties and parishes

About the Funder

Entergy is a leading energy company serving communities across the southern United States. Through its corporate and foundation giving, Entergy invests in community-based organizations that strengthen local quality of life, promote self-sufficiency, and expand access to opportunity. The Open Grants Program reflects Entergy’s commitment to long-term community enrichment and stability.

What This Program Supports

Entergy seeks to fund programs that deliver direct community benefit in the following focus areas:

Arts & Culture

Support for locally based visual arts, theater, dance, and music institutions. Entergy prioritizes efforts that expand access to contemporary art for a broader public, including children and financially disadvantaged populations.

Education & Workforce Development

Programs that strengthen educational outcomes, build job readiness, and support workforce development for students and adults.

Poverty Solutions & Social Services

Initiatives that address poverty-related challenges and provide essential social services to individuals and families.

Healthy Families

Programs that directly support children’s educational and emotional development, as well as family-centered initiatives that help parents balance work and home responsibilities.

Community Improvement & Enrichment

Community-based projects that enhance civic life and neighborhood wellbeing, including civic affairs, blighted housing improvements, and neighborhood safety initiatives. These investments aim to help communities become more self-sufficient over time.

Eligible Support Types

Open Grants for community-based programs and projects
Programmatic funding aligned with Entergy’s community priorities

Eligibility & Preferences

Grants may be awarded only to the following types of organizations:

501(c)(3) public charities or private foundations
Schools, hospitals, governmental units, or religious institutions with nonprofit status similar to a 501(c)(3)
State or local governments, provided funds are used exclusively for public purposes
War-veterans organizations with 501(c)(19) tax-exempt status
Volunteer fire departments with 501(c)(4) tax-exempt status

Priority is placed on programs serving specific counties or parishes within Entergy’s service area. Applicants are encouraged to contact their local Entergy contributions coordinator with questions about geographic eligibility.

Ineligible Requests

Entergy will not fund:

Organizations without 501(c)(3) or similar nonprofit status
Payment of utility bills
Political candidates or political groups
Purchase of uniforms, equipment, or trips for school-related organizations or amateur sports teams
Activities whose sole purpose is promotion or support of a specific religion, denomination, or religious institution
Grants to individuals or loans of any type
Organizations owned or operated by an Entergy employee

Funding Amounts

Entergy does not publish standard award amounts. Grant sizes vary based on alignment with priorities, geographic focus, and available funding.

Timeline & Review

📅 Application Timeline: Rolling / ongoing
📅 Recommended Lead Time: Submit applications at least three months before funds are needed
📅 Review Period: Allow 8–12 weeks for review and notification

Applicants who have not been contacted after the review period may follow up with the appropriate Entergy contributions coordinator for their geographic area.

Application / Request Process

All applications must be submitted through Entergy’s online Open Grants application. Applicants should ensure:

All required forms are complete and accurate
Supporting documentation is included
The project aligns clearly with Entergy’s funding priorities and geographic focus

Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.entergy.com/communities/open-grants

Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit

This opportunity is a strong fit for organizations that:

Serve communities within Entergy’s service territory
Focus on arts and culture, education, workforce development, poverty solutions, healthy families, or community improvement
Can demonstrate direct local impact and community benefit
Are seeking flexible, community-focused grant support

Entergy’s Open Grants Program is best suited for place-based organizations working to strengthen community resilience and self-sufficiency.

Corporate Grants Guide Notes

Review Type: Rolling review
Typical Lead Time: Apply at least 3 months in advance
Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits and public entities operating in Entergy service areas