First Horizon Foundation – Florida Grant Program (2026)
Charitable Grants Supporting Community Well-Being, Financial Education, and Sustainability
Organization: First Horizon Foundation
Support Type: Charitable grants
Geographic Focus: Duval, St. Johns, Orange, Seminole, Lee, Collier, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, Miami-Dade, Florida Keys, and Palm Beach/Broward County, Florida
About the Funder
The First Horizon Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that strengthen the long-term vitality of communities where First Horizon operates. In Florida, the Foundation prioritizes programs that improve community well-being, expand financial education and economic opportunity, develop future leaders, enrich the arts, and support a more sustainable future.
What This Program Supports
Grantmaking is aligned with the following community pillars:
- Community Well-Being
Programs that improve health, stability, and overall quality of life. - Financial Future
Financial literacy, economic education, and asset-building initiatives. - Education & Leadership Development
Programs that educate and prepare the next generation of leaders. - Arts & Cultural Enrichment
Arts education and community-based cultural programming. - Sustainability & Environment
Initiatives that promote long-term environmental and community resilience.
Eligible Florida Grant Areas & Timeline
| Area | Contact | Application Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible Florida Counties | Alicia Somers | Applications open December 1, 2025 Grant awards announced throughout the year |
Eligible counties include:
Duval, St. Johns, Orange, Seminole, Lee, Collier, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Manatee, Sarasota, Miami-Dade, Florida Keys, and Palm Beach/Broward County.
Eligibility & Restrictions
Eligible applicants:
- Qualified nonprofit organizations serving eligible Florida communities
Ineligible requests include:
- Individuals
- Trips or tours
- Solely religious, social, or fraternal organizations
- Organizations that primarily redistribute funds (except recognized united-fund organizations)
- K–12 schools
- Political or advocacy organizations
- Operating budget deficits
Application Notes
- Applicants should review grant guidelines and eligibility criteria before applying
- Help text is available throughout the online application to clarify required fields
Apply / Learn More
➡️ https://firsthorizonfoundation.com/apply-for-a-grant/florida
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is a strong fit for Florida-based nonprofits that:
- Serve one or more eligible Florida counties
- Focus on financial literacy, community well-being, arts access, leadership development, or sustainability
- Can demonstrate measurable local impact
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Rolling
Application Opens: December 1, 2025
Best Suited For: Community-based nonprofits operating in eligible Florida markets
